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Innovation and Logistics in the Netherlands

Are you interested in developing and scaling up your smart logistics operations in Europe? Let’s start the discussion about expanding in the Netherlands. Meet the Invest in Holland team, Holland International Distribution Council (HIDC) and Schiphol Area Development Company (SADC) at booth #1418. Alternatively, contact us at [email protected]. We’d be happy to start the conversation on innovation and robotization in logistics, and your business opportunities in the Netherlands.

Panel Session on Supply Chain Innovations in Europe

Date: Monday, 5 February 2024
Time: 12:00pm – 12:40pm (Track 4, Room 224-227)
Topic: Supply Chain Innovations in Europe – Opportunities and market entry strategies, presented by HIDC
Moderator: Bert Roona, Foreign Investment Developer at LIOF/ Invest in Holland Network

Boasting one of the largest integrated economies in the world, Europe stands out as a promising market for American companies looking for growth opportunities. While innovations in supply chains globally share the common goals of improving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability, the European continent presents distinctive challenges. The panel session will present a unique perspective and hands-on experience on supply chain innovation in Europe and the opportunities this presents for American companies. Our panelists represent a number of European companies that stand at the forefront of innovation.

Speakers:

• Arthur van Gerven, Founder & COO, Sparq 360
• Dr. Roland Slegers, CEO, Delivery Match
• Mathew Witte, Senior Vice President of Customer Success, Ortec
• Martijn Backus, Sales Director, Logicall Group

The Netherlands is a living lab for smart and sustainable logistics

In the Netherlands, efficient logistics services are empowered by innovation and collaboration. With a a superior logistics & technology infrastructure, it’s no wonder the country is the #1 logistics hub of Europe. This creates great opportunities for local and international companies to collaborate and to develop their smart logistics solutions in the Netherlands.

Robotics in the Netherlands

The Dutch robotics ecosystem is an ideal place to innovate in robotic technology. With many companies and knowledge institutions regarded as leaders in developing high tech solutions, the Netherlands is a hotbed for robotics solutions in logistics.

There are a total of 350 robot and automation suppliers in the Netherlands with 426 locations, spanning robot manufacturers, integrators, distributors, sub-component suppliers and advisors. The market is home to large international players and leading robotics companies like Plus One Robotics, Locus Robotics and Mujin and a growing number of robotics startups.

Join the Dutch robotics ecosystem

This growing ecosystem welcomes international companies with unique technology and knowledge to join and grow their business in the Netherlands and across the European market. Get in touch and let’s start exploring opportunities for your business in the Netherlands!