Establishing

Strategic location in Europe
The Netherlands provides a strategic location to serve and service markets within the European Union as well as Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The central geographical position of the Netherlands combined with a good accessibility and excellent infrastructure are only some of the reasons why numerous European, American and Asian companies have established their facilities in the Netherlands.

International business environment
The Netherlands, long Europe's trading crossroads, is an obvious choice to locate a pan-European operation. The country's pro-business environment creates a gateway to continental Europe that helps international companies succeed throughout the continent. An international outlook and openness to foreign investment is firmly engrained in the Dutch culture. This has yielded a wealth of world-class business partners who know how to deal with global business challenges in today's economy.
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Superior logistics and technology infrastructure
There's no better way to access Europe than through its front door - the Netherlands. The port of Rotterdam is ranked as the world's largest seaport, while Schiphol Airport is recognised as one of the major business hubs in Europe and has claimed over 100 international awards over the last years.
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The Netherlands is also classified as one of the most "wired" countries in the world and it is a dynamic force in electronic commerce, communications and outsourcing. More than a decade of investment in high-speed Internet, cable and digital communication systems and the rapid adoption of state-of-the-art computer and mobile phone technology has created an ideal base for companies seeking to take advantage of the modern technology.
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Quality of life
The Netherlands is proud to have a high standard of living. The quality of living, housing, education and cultural activities is high and there is a great variety in choice. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), the Netherlands is not expensive to live in compared with other countries worldwide. The latest EIU's Worldwide Cost of Living Survey shows that the cost of living in Amsterdam is modest compared with cities like New York and London.
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