There are many reasons why the Netherlands is a great place to start your company’s headquarters. The Netherlands has a number of tax advantages for international companies, which can help reduce your costs and increase your profits. Additionally, the Netherlands has an excellent infrastructure, with Schiphol Airport and the Port of Rotterdam being two of […]
Read MoreThe EU Blue Card is a work permit that allows citizens of non-EU countries to work in the EU. It is a popular choice for many people who want to work in Europe, as it has many benefits compared to other visas. In this article, we will discuss who can apply for the EU Blue […]
Read MoreStarting up a business from scratch in Norway can take some time. Therefore in some cases it can be a solution to buy a ready-made company. This is also called a shelf company. In some cases this gives you the opportunity to set up a company than if you would have registered a new entity. […]
Read MoreAls je vanuit Nederland of Belgie komt en een bedrijf in Noorwegen wilt starten is dat relatief eenvoudig. De Noren en Nederlanders hebben veel gemeen en doen al eeuwenlang zaken met elkaar. In dit artikel gaan we nader in op waar je op moet letten als je een bedrijf wilt beginnen in Noorwegen. Hoewel Noorwegen […]
Read MoreThe Netherlands compared to other European countries The size of the Dutch market The population of the Netherlands is the 7th in the EU. Below you can see the total size of the market in GDP corrected by purchasing power parity. This shows that the Netherlands is in fact of the larger markets in Europe with […]
Read MoreThe Dutch consulting market has been growing rapidly over the last decade. An important reason is that Dutch labour force has become much more flexible over the last few years. Many ex-employees of large consulting, accounting and law firms have started up their own small consulting businesses. On top of that, many expats are starting […]
Read MoreMany entrepreneurs own a BV in the Netherlands, but later on decide to transfer ownership of the BV to a foreign company. For example when headquarters is moved to another country but the Dutch operation needs to continue. Another example is when the main shareholder moves from the Netherlands to a new country. This can […]
Read MoreThe Netherlands has a boating industry with a long tradition. Both the professional maritime industry and the leisure industry are among Europe’s largest. It is difficult to exactly define the maritime industry, because it covers so many and very diverse industries. In this article we will zoom in on setting up a small or medium-sized […]
Read MoreIn this article we will discuss what makes the Netherlands an attractive country to start a pharmaceutical or life sciences company. After which we will walk through the steps to start up a company in the pharmaceutical industry. If you require any advice, do not hesitate to contact us. Why the Netherlands is a global […]
Read MoreYou are starting up a new company in the Netherlands and you have a certain growth expectation? In that case, you will probably need to have some sort of funding. If you are not financing your business yourself, you should look for external funding possibilities. Luckily, the Netherlands offers a wide variety of funding networks, […]
Read MoreOf all European countries, the Netherlands is probably the most suitable to start your transport company. There are many reasons why the Netherlands is such a huge player in the logistical industry. For example, because of its geographical location the Netherlands is a major gateway into the European market. Because of this the country has […]
Read MoreThe Netherlands has one of the most well-developed e-commerce infrastructures in the world. Even more than in other Western European countries, Dutch people are extremely used to buying goods and services online. Furthermore, the physical infrastructure is extremely suitable for fast e-commerce delivery. Due to the countries small size, extensive and high-quality road network, delivery […]
Read MoreUntil just a few years ago, Norway’s startup scene was very small and largely unknown. As of 2021, that landscape has drastically changed with both Norwegian and foreign entrepreneurs and investors discovering the opportunities and excitement of the Norwegian startup landscape. Read on for some of the best sources to understand the Norwegian startup scene. […]
Read MoreTrondheim is the third largest city of Norway with over 200.000 inhabitants. It is the largest city in the Trøndelag region. This region has almost 500.000 inhabitants. However small in size, this city is of great importance for Norway. Not only because of its strategic position, but most of all because of its innovative and […]
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