NFIA invites you to a special seminar at the 38^th International Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition (EVS38) in Gothenburg, Sweden. Hosted by the EV focusteam of the Invest in Holland network, this seminar will provide strategic insights into how companies can accelerate smart charging solutions in the Netherlands, a premier destination for EV investments in Europe.

Today, countries around the world face challenges with their EV infrastructure due to net congestion. This calls for new solutions in smart charging technology, led by international companies and forward-thinking innovators across the EV value chain. The Netherlands, ranking No. 1 in Europe for the most charging stations per capita, is the ideal place to bring these solutions to life. Whether you’re a global EV manufacturer, a battery producer, a builder of charging infrastructure, an EV-related startup or an automotive supplier, all roads lead to the Netherlands.

The Invest in Holland seminar at EVS38 will bring together industry experts, public officials and investors to discuss the Netherlands’ collaborative environment and advantages in the EV sector. Speakers and panelists will explore numerous topics, including the rapid pace of market growth and innovation within the Dutch EV ecosystem; supportive government policies and infrastructure; and the Netherlands’ commitment to enabling sustainable mobility.

Following the seminar in the Dutch Room, attendees are warmly invited to a networking reception at the Netherlands Pavilion at EVS38 to engage with key stakeholders and explore potential partnerships.

✅ No separate registration is required to attend the seminar; all EVS38 attendees are welcome to join. Click here to register for EVS38.

Invest in Holland Seminar Program

🗓 Monday, June 16, 2025 | ⏰ 15:00-17:30

15:00 – 15:15 | Registration & Welcome Coffee (📍Dutch Room: R24)

15:15 – 15:20 | Welcome remarks by William de Cocq van Delwijnen, Specialist High Tech Systems & Materials at the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency

15:20 – 15:30 | Keynote by Frank Geerts, Program Director Smart Charging at ELaadNL: “The Netherlands: The Perfect Ecosystem for Your EV Activities”

15:30 – 16:00 | Panel Discussion: “Smart Charging & Grid Congestion Solutions”
Moderator: Peter Engels, Theme Lead Zero Emission Heavy Duty at Battery Competence Cluster – NL

A moderated discussion with the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, ELaadNL, Milence, Smappee and Virta, featuring insights on successful EV investments and potential new entrants in the Netherlands.

16:00 – 17:30 | Networking Drinks (📍Netherlands Pavilion)

Join us for informal networking and refreshments at the Dutch Pavilion at EVS38. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, industry experts and members of the Dutch delegation. Plus, connect with our dedicated EV focusteam — Jan-Willem van der Kolk, Marijn van Doorn, Diederik van der Toorn & Anna Elferink — and connect with them during the event to discuss opportunities and collaborations.

17:00 – 17:15 | Remarks by Petrouschka Werther, Acting Director-General Sustainable Mobility, Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management

A brief introduction to the Dutch government’s supportive policies towards a transition to electrical vehicles and a look ahead at future opportunities for collaboration with the Netherlands.

Speakers

• Petrouschka Werther, Acting Director-General Sustainable Mobility, Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
• Pieter Looijestijn, Policy coordinator recharging infrastructure, Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
• Frank Geerts, Program Director Smart Charging, E-Laad
• Maarten Jaspers, Chief Reliability Officer, Milence
• Kurt Vandeputte, CEO Smappee
• Jorrit Berkhout, Sales Director, Virta
• Moderator: Peter Engels, Theme Lead Heavy Duty – Battery Competence Cluster NL