NFIA, helping your business grow in Europe

For Indian companies increasing their footprint in Europe, establishing a presence in the region becomes a business imperative. The Netherlands' international business environment makes it an ideal location for setting up your business operations. NFIA can be of tremendous assistance in establishing or expanding your pan-European operations. All NFIA services are provided free of charge and on a confidential basis.

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NFIA Annual Results

The Dutch government's focus on attracting investments from Asian countries is paying off. This emerges from the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency's (NFIA) annual results for 2010, which were presented by Minister for Foreign Trade Bleker on 16 March 2011. More than half (55 percent) of the 155 projects supported by the NFIA in 2010, originates from these region. Ten years ago this share amounted to 28 percent.
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Why the Netherlands

• Easy access to European markets
• International business environment
• Business-friendly visa procedures
• Superior logistics
• Excellent technology infrastructure
• Favourable tax climate
• English-speaking society
• High quality of life at affordable cost

Special Feature: Chemicals industry in the Netherlands

The chemical sector plays a significant role within the Dutch economy, contributing about 3% to the country’s gross domestic product and employing 65,000 people. Cutting edge R&D and an excellent port and logistics infrastructure makes The Netherlands attractive for Indian chemical industries as well.
Read the report here.

Indo-Dutch Newsletter: Connect

Issue 65, 15th December 2011

Featured

Interview with Gerdalies van Diggelen, Executive Director, NFIA India

The world’s economic situation spurs companies to globalize and expand, in search of new markets as well as cutting edge technology and innovations. Gerdalies van Diggelen, Executive Director, NFIA India speaks to Connect about how the Netherlands is well positioned to satisfy the ambitions of Indian companies in Europe and beyond.

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News

• 118 international companies come to Amsterdam in 2011
• Holland won’t go Dutch, gets China jobs back
• TCS profit up 9 pct on Europe growth, weak rupee
• New Delhi to host India-EU annual summit next month
• Schiphol expansion to generate 10,000 jobs, RNW
• Dutch inflation low since introduction of the euro 10 years ago, DN
• Netherlands ranks third best country for work-life balance in OECD report, DDN
• Indian IT Inc upbeat on growth
• Science Park Amsterdam Expands
• December’s inflation rate lower in Holland
• Pilot short stay Knowledge Migrant Scheme
• Amsterdam Airport Schiphol’s network and market share grow in 2011
• The Holland Guide iPad App, is an indispensable App for Expats Living and Working in the Netherlands
• TCS will do very well in Europe
• The Netherlands features in the top place among countries in Europe to build a data center
• Holland features second on the list of richest EU nations
• Dutch GDP per capita one third above average level amongst EU27
• Presentations from the seminar organised by SVB and Amsterdam in business on the consequences of the social security treaty between the Netherlands and India
• Proposed changes in the Dutch Tax system in 2012
• Netherlands working actively to tackle European debt crisis
• Amsterdam ranks among top 15 cities on living standards
• The Netherlands ranks No. 7 in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2011 | Transparency International
• Princess Máxima of the Netherlands opens European Branch of World-Wide Sustainability Consortium
• Update on recent developments in Company Law in the Netherlands
• The Social Security Agreement between India and the Netherlands, effective 1st December 2011

First Hand

"It has been a pleasure working with the Dutch authorities. Given that this was an acquisition we were making from a parent company that had declared bankruptcy, we were amazed by the speed, sense of urgency, transparency and complete attention to detail in the entire process."
Onkar Singh Kanwar, Chairman and Managing Director, Apollo Tyres Ltd
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"Our initial focus in on the Benelux market and then eventually expand to other countries like France, Germany, etc. Hence The Netherlands forms an ideal starting place for us to build a platform for the future."
Anurag Shah, COO and Head Global Operations, Omnitech Infosolutions

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"It is certainly interesting for Indian firms to locate here. The geographical position, combined with the good infrastructure and a beneficial tax regime, are reasons why many foreign firms make that decision – especially when you consider that locating a headquarters here can lead to extra tax advantages which are unique in Europe. The Netherlands also offers foreign start-ups good support through the chambers of trade network."
Rob Eijkman, General Manager, Dishman Netherlands BV