Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the United Kingdom

📻 Live on BNR Nieuwsradio: Doing Business Across Borders! 🌍 Yesterday, the Dutch Ambassador Paul Huijts had the pleasure of being a guest on the live radio show 'Zakendoen over de Grens' on BNR Nieuwsradio, hosted by Thomas van Zijl. The conversation included: - The upcoming Economic Mission on medical technology & digital health and innovative therapies from 2 to 5 December with delegates from NL coming to the UK 🌐 - Doing business in and with the United Kingdom, especially in the healthcare sector 🔎 - Challenges and opportunities in the current economic climate 📈 For the Dutch speaking audience: Curious to listen to the full conversation? You can find the broadcast here https://lnkd.in/eQRETUw2 (click “fragment afspelen” and scroll to 00:49:55). #BusinessAbroad #InternationalTrade #UKBusiness #Economy #BNR #EconomicMission #LifeSciences #MedTech #DigitalHealth #InnovativeHealth #HealthPartnerships 

🌊🌍 Last Friday, November 22nd, the Dutch Embassy, in partnership with the British Embassy The Hague and the British Council, hosted the Model North Sea Neighbour Conference simulation. This event brought together 23 talented students from the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, who stepped into the roles of delegates to simulate the upcoming North Sea Neighbour Conference, set to take place on December 3rd. The day was filled with energy, creativity, and collaboration. The students worked together to explore how the UK and the Netherlands can balance growth opportunities in emerging technologies with the need to protect against shared threats. In addition to the simulation, the students participated in a training session on intercultural dialogue, equipping them with valuable skills to navigate complex discussions in international contexts.  🇳🇱🤝🇬🇧 A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event such a success. We’re excited to see how these young voices continue to shape the future! 📷 Carlotta Cardana #ModelNSN #NorthSeaNeighbourConference #Collaboration #Sustainability 

🌍🚢 Towards a Sustainable Future in Shipping! 🚢🌍 The Netherlands aims to achieve net-zero shipping by 2050. To reach this ambitious goal, we need to accelerate the shift to clean maritime fuels, zero-emission vessels, alternative propulsion systems, and the availability of landside infrastructure to support these innovations. Collaboration is key—across industries and borders. That’s why the Netherlands and the United Kingdom are teaming up to support the Green Shipping North Sea Corridor project, linking the Zeehaven IJmuiden NV / Port of IJmuiden and the Port of Tyne. This initiative is paving the way for an almost emission-free shipping corridor, featuring: ✅ Sustainable DFDS vessels operating with higher cargo efficiency ✅ Electric navigation for the last miles ✅ Shore power solutions to reduce emissions while docked Keep an eye out as we look forward to sharing the knowledge gained through this study in the coming year! 🌟 Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom Innovate UK

🌍 Strengthening Partnerships for a Sustainable Built Environment 🏗️ This week we hosted an incoming delegation active in built environment. Focus on strengthening partnerships while exploring shared ambitions for the built environment, advancing sustainability goals and leveraging digital solutions. 💡 Highlights of the first day We kicked off with insightful presentations of: Greater London Authority ReLondon London & Partners University of East London They highlighted key policies, circular economy advancements, and the latest industry developments shaping London's built environment. 🏴 At Scotland House, we heard from: The Scottish Government RIAS Scottish Futures Trust Built Environment - Smarter Transformation Discussions centered around architectural landscape, economic and social drivers, and industry innovations like modern methods of construction. 🏗️ Site Visit: Earl’s Court Development Company Participants toured this transformative 40-acre regeneration project. With plans for the first phase of development recently submitted, it was inspiring to learn about the vision for this landmark initiative. Afterwards, we ended the day with drinks at the Embassy. The following day participants visited trade fair London Build. 🧱 Thank you to everyone involved and we look forward to keep the momentum going. Let’s build on a sustainable and innovative future. 💪 OMRT TU Delft Gemeente Amsterdam VonWood Superimpose Architecture MVRDV Urban Climate Architects Priva Cirqlar B.V. Alba Concepts OMA Madaster UK Rotterdam Partners Bart Klaassen Sevkan Cevirgen Nancy Zikken 

Circular Finance missie naar London 5-6 februari (meld u nu aan!) ♻️💸 Bent u actief in de financiële sector en geïnteresseerd in green finance en het financieren van de circulaire economie? Bent u benieuwd naar trends en ontwikkelingen in het VK en naar kansen voor samenwerking? Meld u dan vóór 19 december aan voor de Circular Finance missie naar Londen 5-6 februari! Londen is het financiële hart van Europa en onlangs uitgeroepen tot ‘s werelds nummer één centrum voor groene financiering. Met BREXIT achter de rug en een nieuwe regering aan het stuur staat het land op een koers van verandering. De Britse regering heeft deze zomer aangekondigd het realiseren van een Zero Waste Economy in 2050 een van haar topprioriteiten te willen maken. Wat betekenen deze ambities voor de rol van de financiële sector? En welke kennis en ideeën zijn er om hier de kansen voor te benutten? Pak deze kans om kennis te maken met vertegenwoordigers van de Britse financiële sector en overheid en samen in gesprek te gaan over kennis en ervaringen rondom green finance en het financieren van circulaire business cases. 👀 Geïnteresseerd? Neem een kijkje op https://lnkd.in/eYJ_2Krv voor meer informatie en registratie. Kopgroep Circulair Financieren Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat Nederlandse Vereniging van Banken Invest-NL Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the United Kingdom City of London Corporation Amsterdam Trade & Innovate #CirculaireEconomie #GreenFinance #FinancingTheFuture #ZeroWasteEconomy

For our Dutch-speaking audience: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is here to guide you! 🌟 With Dutch representatives all over the world, they know the do’s and don’ts of doing business abroad better than anyone – and they’re ready to help you succeed in the UK and internationally. Check out this video for tips and inspiration! ✨

Day of the Entrepreneur: entrepreneurs in the spotlight 💡 On this ‘Day of the Entrepreneur’ Dutch Ambassador Paul Huijts shares a message of recognition and appreciation for Dutch entrepreneurs and their remarkable contributions. Dutch businesses in sectors such as health and care, climate innovations, energy transition and agri-food are making a lasting impact across the UK. Large corporations, SMEs and start-ups all demonstrate the adaptability and forward-thinking vision that the Netherlands and the UK share as North Sea Neighbours. The Dutch Embassy, alongside Netherlands Business Support Office Manchester and our network of Honorary Consuls across the UK, proudly supports these entrepreneurs by providing services and helping them to identify opportunities and to do business in the UK. Together, we’re building a sustainable future and unlocking the full potential of Dutch entrepreneurial strength in the UK. 🇳🇱🤝🇬🇧 Congratulations to all on this Day of the Entrepreneur! Thank you for your contributions and resilience. 🎉 [Watch the video below to hear Ambassador Huijts’ message of appreciation.] #DutchEntrepreneur #DayOfTheEntrepreneur #DutchEmbassyUK #NorthSeaNeighbours #SustainableBusiness

📢 We've launched a call for proposals! Encouraging NL-UK collaborators to submit joint proposals for writing a white paper on gravitational waves, and other key enabling technologies that will contribute to the building and development the Einstein Telescope. ℹ For more information about eligibility criteria and submission requirements, please visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eP6Xcwrm The deadline for submitting proposals is Friday 29 November 2024. We encourage applicants to use this opportunity to highlight interesting bilateral innovations and R&D initiatives. Proposals on topics such as vibration-free cooling, better sensors, new algorithms to isolate gravitational wave signals from noise and ultra-high vacuum systems are also of interest. #Einsteintelescope #gravitationalwaves #whitepaper Marjolein Bouwers Laura van Voorst Vader Iris Leussink Martijn Bergmans Netherlands Innovation Network UK

A warm welcome to Andreas Fink-Jensen, the new Deputy Representative of the Netherlands Business Support Office Manchester! 🎉 We look forward to working together to support Dutch businesses in the UK. Here’s to new partnerships and shared success! 🇳🇱🤝🇬🇧

Delighted to have hosted the Dutch quantum delegation at our Embassy, building collaboration with the UK on advancing quantum technologies and strengthening connections for a bright tech future together! 💡