Netherlands - 'The Gateway to Europe'

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The Netherlands provides access to 95 per cent of Europe’s most lucrative consumer markets within 24 hours of Amsterdam.
The Netherlands is truly densely populated. 17 million people living on a piece of land 2.7 times that of Northern Ireland….with 10 times the population !
The Netherlands has an important and strategic coastal location at the heart of Europe. The Port of Rotterdam, Europe's largest port and 4th largest worldwide, and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, a major European air-freight and passenger hub are supported by an extensive network of roads, railways, inland waterways and pipelines into Europe.
The Netherlands features one of the most highly educated, multilingual, flexible and motivated workforces in Europe.
These are sectors that are leading the way in innovation and sustainability, collaborating with Dutch knowledge institutes on world- class research and development.
Key Dutch companies include Unilever, Shell, ING, Aegon, Heineken, Akzo Nobel, Randstad, Philips, VDL, KPN, Ahold, DSM and may more.

Agriculture and food sector - World’s 2nd largest exporter of agricultural products
Life sciences and health sector - Approximately 360 innovative life sciences companies clustered within a 120-mile radius.
Chemical sector - Hosts sixteen of the world’s top 25 leading chemical companies. A production value of €87 billion ranks it 5th globally in chemical exports.
Water Sector - Renowned for an integrated water management and multi-disciplinary approach that balances social, environmental and engineering needs.
Horticulture Sector - A global trendsetter and the undisputed international market leader in owners, plants, bulbs and propagation material.
High Tech Sector - World leader in designing, developing and making high-tech equipment and micro/nano components.
Creative Sector - 3rd largest exporter of television formats globally, as well as world-leading developer of computer games and pioneer in the area of dance music and DJs.
Logistics Sector - The quality of the Dutch transport infrastructure is ranked among the best in the world - maritime (1st), air (4th) road (2nd) and railroad (7th) in 2015.
Energy Sector – A major natural gas producer and distributor throughout Europe, expertise in offshore wind energy, biomass and heat pumps.