HOLLAND LOGISTICS May we introduce ourselves The Netherlands Holland is a key logistics hub that connects global markets The Netherlands plays a key role in our globalised economy, by connecting producers and consumers worldwide. Our success is based on an alignment of cutting-edge infrastructure and world-class service providers, and our coastal location at the heart of Europe. Exemplary for our position are the Port of Rotterdam, Europe’s largest port and world’s 8th largest, and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, a major European cargo and passenger hub. Both are supported by world class logistics service providers and an extensive network of road, rail, waterways and pipelines. This powerful combination has allowed us to become the Gateway to Europe, accounting for significant parts of European road and water transport. The Netherlands also makes extensive use of IT to deliver optimised supply chain solutions, for example in time-critical areas like food and flowers. In addition, the country is making pioneering efforts in environmentally sustainable logistics and silent logistics. Key aspects and strengths • All major Dutch ports are serviced by companies specialising in storage, transhipment, industrial processing and auxiliary services, as well as transport, packing, warehousing and distribution. From the Port of Rotterdam, all major industrial and economic centres in Western Europe can be reached within 24 hours. • The Netherlands is one of the leading road transport nations in Europe and the largest inland shipper. The Betuweroute, a dedicated double-track freight railway, enables fast transport of containers and bulk goods from Rotterdam to Europe. • The Dutch inland navigation sector attracts worldwide attention. With Europe’s largest, innovative and differentiated fleet it offers a reliable, cost efficient and sustainable extension of maritime transport chains to the European hinterland (in- & export). • Under the Smart Cargo Hub for Europe initiative, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, the Port of Amsterdam and the private sector aim to turn Amsterdam into the fastest and most- reliable multimodal hub for Europe. • The Netherlands is developing a Neutral Logistics Information Platform (NLIP) that will be the standard data communications platform for the industry, to be completed in 2020. Currently both ports already have excellent community systems in place: Cargonaut (Amsterdam Airport) and Portbase (Port of Rotterdam and the Port of Amsterdam). Oost NL - East Netherlands Development Agency East Netherlands Development Agency (Oost NL) is the economic development agency for the two provinces (Gelderland and Overijssel) that are located in East Netherlands near the border of Germany. Together with a network of R&D centers, knowledge parks, existing businesses, innovation centers, non- Laan van Malkenschoten 40 profits, local, provincial and national officials and P.O.Box 1026 agencies, Oost NL stimulates economic growth in East NL 7301 BG Apeldoorn Netherlands and attracts international companies The Netherlands by providing support to current investors in strategic growth areas. Oost NL plays a very supportive role T: +31 88 667 01 00 towards their Chinese counterparts. Because of their strategic geographical position Oost www.oostnl.com NL is also strongly involved in the logistic and trade developments around the ‘Silk Road’ from Europe to central China. 4 Aalex Jansen Advisor Trade Development International M: +31 6 18 41 67 48 E: [email protected] Peter van Houten Advisor Logistics International M: +31 6 57 63 40 86 E: [email protected] Tom Runhaar Advisor foreign investments Logistics Valley M: +31 6 43 02 67 34 E: [email protected] Wilfred Backers Senior projectmanager Logistics Valley M: +31 6 51 20 41 79 E: [email protected] 5 Holland International Distribution Council yourlogisticsgateway.nl HIDC (Holland International Distribution Council) is a non-profit organization representing the logistics NDL/HIDC sector in The Netherlands and is a partner of the NFIA. Based on years of experience and in-depth knowledge of European logistics, HIDC assists foreign shippers to develop and optimize their supply chain in Europe and we provide matchmaking services (free of charge) to connect shippers with P.O. Box 660 logistic service providers. HIDC provides information, 2700 AR Zoetermeer supplies tailormade advice and offers matchmaking The Netherlands services to international companies that are entering the European market for the first time, or T: +31 (0)79 343 81 10 that are expanding or re-engineering their European supply chain structures. In short our services consist www.hidc.nl of four steps: 1. Advice on European supply chain structures and assistance in defining logistics requirements 2. Neutral advice on logistics partner selection 3. Fact finding trip in The Netherlands to meet potential partners 4. Assistance with every step – now and in the future Our widely expanded network includes (air)ports, logistics service providers, logistics consultants, national and local government. All members of HIDC have strong track records in their respective fields, enabling us to identify the most suitable providers for every inquiry. All advisory services are totally confidential and without any obligation. 6 Remco Buurman CEO M: +31 6 534 167 75 E: [email protected] Jochem Sanders Manager Business Relations & Business Development Europe M: +31 6 23 72 92 51 Justine ten Hoorn Manager Marketing and Communications M: +31 6 224 797 60 E: [email protected] 7 Logistics Valley Logistics Valley is more than just a region. Logistics valley is a collaboration between entrepreneurs, governments and knowledge centers. With the intention of a more powerful, sustainable and innovative logistics environment in the province of Gelderland. Logistics valley distinguishes itself by a unique mix of specialized logistics service providers, shippers of world class and innovative start- and scale-ups. Markt 11 Thorough knowledge, reliability, customer focus and 6811 CG Arnhem the desire to continuously improve, are characteristic The Netherlands of the companies in Logistics valley. With a sustainable cooperation between government, industry and www.logisticsvalley.com knowledge institutes, the region guarantees a continuous addition of new (logistics) talent. There is also a strong focus to further improve the excellent infrastructure. In addition to the economic-logistical climate, the quality of life is also very important. One of the unique advantages of the Netherlands is that everything is close by. For example, there are several international airports, train stations and ports within a 1.5-hour drive. In addition, the Netherlands is known for its tolerance, high level of security, and multilingualism. In the border region, 95% of the professionals speak 3 languages. (English, German and Dutch). 8 Tom Runhaar Advisor foreign investments Logistics Valley M: +31 6 43 02 67 34 E: [email protected] Wilfred Backers Senior projectmanager Logistics Valley M: +31 6 51 20 41 79 E: [email protected] 9 Port of Logistics Overijssel (POLO) Overijssel is a region in the east of The Netherlands, well connected to the Mainports of Amsterdam and Rotterdam via road transport and inland shipping. It is located on the North Sea Baltic Corridor, the gateway to East and Northeastern Europe. It provides high quality industrial space and labor forces with a high education levels and work attitude. The people in this region are characterized Provinciehuis Overijssel by their entrepreneurial and cooperative mindset. Port of Logistics Overijssel This has resulted in many well-established family Luttenbergstraat 2 businesses, which not only provide the best services 8012 EE Zwolle and products for their customers, but also think Postbus 10078 about the future. Main sectors are food, high tech, 8000 GB Zwolle logistics, agriculture and health. Multinationals like The Netherlands Scania, Wärtsila and Vtech have already discovered our benefits. Scania has established her main www.overijssel.nl production facility for Europe here. Wärtsila stores and sends out spare and service parts from this region. Chinese Toy producer Vtech decided to build her European warehouse here. These and other companies work closely together with the existing logistics and transport companies and inland terminals and harbors, because they know than a cooperative and trusted logistics network is a keyfactor for success. The Port of Logistics Overijssel is a cooperative network built of governmental organizations, logistics and transportation companies, education- and research facilities and regional partnerships in Overijssel. We provide service and guidance for companies that need a logistic gateway to Europe and we work together on strengthening our network. 10 Janneke Gramberg Programm Manager M: +31 6 55 23 85 17 E: [email protected] Gerdien Docter Advisor Marketing and Communications M: +31 6 10 73 73 37 E: [email protected] 11 Port of Deventer The Port of Deventer is part of a network of Dutch inland ports. As a logistical hotspot, Deventer has a significant position within the main network of motorways and waterways through which international goods are transported. The Port of Deventer has an important function for the production and transhipment of cattle feed, construction and raw materials, in addition to minerals for the processing industry. In 2020, the port will be extended with a sustainable container P.O. Box 5000 terminal. Thanks