Post Event Highlights

Tea@AC with International Enterprise (IE) Singapore 2009

This is a regular session where International Enterprise (IE) Singapore educates companies on the different products and services available to to them at the Advisory centre located on the 10th floor of IE Singapore. NFIA, a partner at the advisory centre joined in.

Singapore International Water Week (SIWW 2009 )

HRH Willem Alexander, Prince of Orange, graced the event with a visit in his capacity as UN Ambassador for Water. HRH gave an opening address on Day 1 of SIWW and toured the exhibition area lead by Ms Linnie Mackenzie, Area Director of NFIA Singapore.

Summit of Asia Pacific Gaming Associations (SAGA) 2009

The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) shared with companies on Jumpstarting their European Gaming Business via The Netherlands. With such a vibrant game sector in the Netherlands, local business have a great environment to start their European business in.

In Europe, there is  the European Games Developer Federation which is committed to the stimulation and development of a stable, vibrant and creative European Games sector. The federation represents some 600 studios based in different parts of Europe. Also present in the Netherlands are the 5 pillars for success for companies within the Gaming Industry.

Aerospace Supplier Exhibition 2009

The inaugural Aerospace Supplier eXchange (ASX) 2009 is a regional conference and exhibition that mainly focuses on the support capabilities of Tier 3 and 4 that serve the aerospace OEMs and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies. This exhibition presents the best meeting platform for the Aerospace Sector.

Supply Chain Executive Forum

The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) together with Europhia for the Supply Chain Executive Forum - Talent Management & Employer Branding for Supply Chain Success held at the Grand Park City Hall Hotel presented on the below topic;Talent as a key strength to build logistics capabilities - What did the Dutch do right?

Energy Roundtable Discussion

NFIA together with the Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS) held a roundtable discussion on Sustainable Energy from The Netherlands and also how the NFIA is positioned to aid the internationalisation into the EU.

i-Advisory Seminar with IE Singapore

NFIA partners IE Singapore bringing you the latest developments in the Netherlands and the different opportunities available in the Netherlands for your business. Home to the world's 3rd largest port and 4th largest airport, many companies make use of the Netherlands as the gateway to Europe

Biomedical Asia 2009

The Netherlands is among Europe's largest life sciences markets offering a tight knit network of regional clusters with impressive portfolios of biotechnology activities: the Hollandbiodelta. With a highly connected science & industry sector where there is excellent public private partnership, a very high level of e-clinical readiness, one of the most efficient infrastructures for securing ethics approval (good regulatory environment & clinical research), high per-capita R&D output and rates of patents, the Netherlands is the most logical choice for a company's operations in Europe

Port of Rotterdam Seminar in Jakarta & KL

The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) together with the Holland International Distribution Council (HIDC) and the Port of Rotterdam (POR) organised a seminar in Jakarta and KL to present the Netherlands as a whole to interested investors.

NFIA Cocktail Reception in conjunction with The Volvo Ocean Race

(Singapore Leg)

More than 50 people showed up to greet the Dutch Team, Delta Lloyd, at Hospitality Suite 3 of the Singapore Ocean Race Village at Sentosa Cove.  The private event, by invitation only, was hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA).  Guests included board members of the Association of Dutch Businessmen, the Dutch Chamber of Commerce and CEO's of Dutch MNC's such as Unilever, Heineken, Van Oord Dredging & Marine contractors and KLM, as well as NFIA's partners and clients.

Internationalisation - Paradigm Shifts for Singapore F&B Professionals in the Era of Economic Turmoil 

NFIA joined BDO Raffles and ASME (Association for Small and Medium Enterprise) in delivering a presentation on the food industry in the Netherlands and how companies can leverage on the strong R&D and logistics background of the Netherlands to expand their reach into Europe. The event was well attended . . .

NFIA/HIDC Logistics Seminar with Singapore Logistics Association

 With the current financial tsunami affecting all sectors, the Singapore Logistics Association, Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency and Holland International Distribution Coucil came together to organise an information session on Supply Chain Developments in Europe. On the 4 December, members from the Singapore Logistics Association (SLA) and logistics practitioners gathered together to learn from experts from Holland about some of the hot topics in European supply chain management. . .

NFIA Seminar & Exhibition during TIACA 2008

In conjunction with The International Air Freight Conference (TIACA) 2008, the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency Kuala Lumpur organised an investment seminar to provide information, exchange experiences on business solutions and policy as well as to share proven best practices for companies considering their first step into the Netherlands. NFIA also took part in the TIACA exhibition. . .

NFIA Breakfast Seminar Series jointly organized with DP Information

DP Information and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) jointly organized a seminar for the Singapore 1000 and SME 500 Business Club providing an insight into investment opportunities in the Netherlands.This is crucial for foreign companies wishing to take advantage of the dynamic Dutch business environment as a strategic base to cover Europe, with a view to expand their global reach in the international marketplace. For speakers' powerpoint slides during the seminar, please access this section as well.. .

Singapore International Water Week 2008

Singapore's First Water Week sees deals worth over S$367M (US$270M) and international initiatives to boost water research and investments. Agreements signed between water authorities and companies from Singapore, India, Japan, Middle East, Europe and US; water fund launched to attract S$435m (US$320m) in Asian water investments, which ADB also vows to boost.. .

The Netherlands, your European Partner in International Business

The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) held a seminar on "The Netherlands, Your European Partner in International Business" on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at the Fullerton Hotel in Singapore. The seminar coincided with the visit of Mr Frank Heemskerk, the Netherlands Minister for Foreign Trade who officiated at the event. Mr Heemskerk was in Singapore to hold talks with Singapore's Trade and Industry Minister, Mr Lim Hng Kiang and launch the soft opening of the Dutch Chamber of Commerce held on May 19, 2008...

Promoting Investments in the Netherlands - Gateway to Europe (2007)

 In conjunction with GES 2007, the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) held a seminar on "Promoting Investments in the Netherlands - Gateway to Europe" on November 14, 2007 at the Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre in Singapore. Aimed at CEO's, senior management and decision-makers, the meeting provided an insight into business opportunities in the Netherlands. A total of 47 participants attended the NFIA seminar which featured the role of the newly opened NFIA office in Singapore; and developments within the logistics industry; and tax and financial considerations, as well as other crucial information for foreign companies wishing to take advantage of the dynamic Dutch business environment as a strategic base to cover Europe, with a view to expand their global reach in the international marketplace.. .

NFIA opens office in Singapore

October 26, 2007 marked the official opening of the Singapore office of the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA). Located within the Dutch Embassy, the office, headed by Area Director, Ms Linnie Mackenzie serves as the local base from which to raise the profile of Singapore companies venturing into the Netherlands and Europe. . .