We Are The American Dream In Europe.
“Without The Netherlands, there wouldn’t be a USA as everyone knows it now.” – Barack Obama
We Are Business.
Hudson discovered Manhattan on the Dutch ship Halve Maen because we were looking for a faster trade route to the East.
We founded New York, we founded Wall Street. We sparked the pioneering spirit of America. The Netherlands and the USA are now the third largest foreign investors in each other’s countries. We are both dedicated to innovation, free trade and entrepreneurship.
We Are Freedom.
Many of the principles of the Declaration of Independence were inspired by the Netherlands.
The Dutch beliefs in a free mind, humanity and tolerance not only resonate in the American constitution; we also share the same values in how we look at life, people, our work ethic and the world. Culturally, we are the closest to the USA on the European mainland. We are the 51st state.
We Are Reliable.
Dutch people are straightforward.
We say what we think. We do what we promise. A deal is a deal. We are transparent in our ambitions, services, policies and costs. We are among the countries with the least corruption. We have the highest standards in security and ethics.
We Speak Many Languages.
To do business in Europe, you need people who speak many languages
Most Dutch people speak two to three: Dutch, English, German, French, Italian or Spanish. English is taught starting in elementary school. We trade and mix with everyone. We are an international melting pot, and you will find Dutch people all over the world.
We Are Dutch.
“God created the world. The Dutch created the Netherlands.”
We Punch Above Our Weight.
Even though we are a small country in square miles, we are a global leader in many sectors.
The Netherlands consistently rates among the highest in rankings of economic power, investments, trade, innovation, competition, democracy, health, free press and much more. We have even created the knowledge and technology to manage water.
We Are Educated.
Dutch people are highly educated.
Our universities are ranked among the best in international tables, and #1 in Environmental Education. Many of our programs focus on international economics, entrepreneurship and cultural development. Our national research agenda focuses on collaboration, creativity and innovation to solve the most pressing questions facing society. Top sectors such as logistics, energy, and technology are the focus areas of many of our research institutes. We are eager to learn and apply that knowledge to change the world.
We Are Happy.
Dutch people are among the happiest people on the planet
Our country is stable politically and economically. But being “rich” isn’t just about financial security. We are so content because we believe in a healthy balance between work and leisure. We value both a strong work ethic and time to enjoy our country’s rich cultural and natural heritage with family and friends.
We Are Productive.
The Dutch labor force is among the most productive and competitive in the world.
As they say in Germany and Spain: “The Netherlands is good at soccer, but better in economic productivity”. Now, if we could just work on beating them at soccer.
We Make Things Move.
We Run The Cars.
“Freedom is a core value for Dutch people. Cars are freedom. Generating your own electricity is freedom. This is our Zeitgeist.”
We Are Innovators.
Dutch people are tech savvy: we are the most digital and connected people in Europe.
We embrace technological innovations. Our leading R&D and OEM companies, manufacturing plants and test facilities are of key importance to the European automotive industry. You will find Dutch innovations, software, and parts in every European car. Our R&D focuses on these topics: environment, durable materials and connected driving. Our industry is committed to offering you the most competitive, innovative, and sustainable services and parts.
We Are Infrastructure.
Every mile you save when transporting goods saves time, money and the environment.
The Netherlands has the shortest routes from all major suppliers and to all major European automotive clusters. We also have the best infrastructure for transporting parts and cars to and from the rest of the world. We are the Gateway to Europe, by ship, plane and train. Our trains run on 100% renewable energy. We are committed to running our infrastructure entirely on renewable energy. Let’s investigate how we can use your technologies for this.
We Are Top Of Holland.
“Holland is the best of both worlds: one large vibrant metropolis
in a rural landscape with beautiful nature.”
We Are Space.
A large manufacturing plant needs space and the Top of Holland region offers just that.
Acres and acres of land, and sea as far as the eye can see. We have the space for the largest renewable power plants. In fact, there’s enough room to build multiple Gigafactories. Of equal importance: we offer space for entrepreneurs to dream, develop and grow.
We Are Nature.
The Top of Holland region is home to the World Heritage Site the Wadden Sea.
In this maritime conservation area, we’ve created a shining example of how nature can thrive alongside innovative sustainable energy production and high-tech products. We care for our environment, as it provides us with the natural resources we need to prosper.
We Are Nearby.
In the Netherlands, everything is just around the corner.
Everything you need can be found within a half to two-hour drive or train ride: Infrastructure, nature, companies, universities and cities. Do you want to go abroad? We are close to London, Berlin, Paris, Brussels, Munich, Stockholm and Copenhagen, by car, train or plane.
We Are Logistics.
The Top of Holland region has excellent sea connections to lithium mines overseas.
We have deep sea connections for aluminum and lithium. We are centrally located by water and rail to the major ports of Rotterdam and Hamburg. By road, water and rail we have the fastest connections to the German Ruhr area. We have many warehousing locations available and many airports within easy reach.
We Have So Much More To Offer.
Imagine the costs saved on aluminum shipment if your factory was located right next to an aluminum factory.
We have one of the greenest chemical industries with specialisms in polymers. We have the smartest, most automated manufacturing plants of Europe. Our successful digital companies and universities bring in advanced software expertise. We are Top of Holland, we are Top Dutch.
We Are Green.
The Top of Holland region is investing heavily in sustainability. Our energy companies already power large parts of European homes and industries through natural gas, and it is our ambition to be a forerunner in sustainable energy. We are proud that Google chose Top of Holland as the home for their 100% wind powered hyperscale Data Center – the first in the world.
We Are Sustainable And Reliable Energy.
Top of Holland offers over 8 Gigawatt of sustainable energy.
This is a mix of hydro and wind power. Dutch power grids have the highest uptime of Europe, and Top of Holland has the highest redundancy in its power grid.
We Are 100% Green Steam.
Our unique biomass power plant produces 100% sustainable electricity.
It is upgraded to also produce steam. With the same bio mass usage, we effectively doubled the energy production. Steam is transported through pipelines to nearby industries.
We Are Wind.
We have 500MW onshore wind farms in Top of Holland.
But why use up precious acres of land if you can use the sea? Beyond the horizon of our precious Wadden Sea, Gemini is one of the largest offshore wind parks in the world, producing over 600MW wind power.
We Are Blue.
Top of Holland has an inventive system of dikes separating sea water from fresh water.
A new innovative “blue energy” project makes it possible to generate electricity from the difference in salt levels in these dikes. It is our goal to generate 200MW of sustainable energy at this location by 2020.
We Are Water And Sun And Geothermal.
Top of Holland is planning to build a 1 Gigawatt hydrogen electrolysis facility.
Hydrogen electrolysis is the ideal solution to buffer energy production and consumption for heavy industries and industrial transportation. Our strategic plans include the development of large scale solar parks and a geothermal facility to heat our homes.
We Are Green Chemicals.
Our chemical cluster is already running on 70% sustainable energy.
We produce bio-based, renewable intermediate and innovative chemicals such as polymers, essential for batteries and cars.
We Are Talent.
“Is it the clean water, the air quality or both? Top of Holland produces some of the brightest people.”
We Are Education.
With four high-ranking universities in our region, Top of Holland is bursting with talent.
85,000 Students, many of them from all over the world. In addition, 70,000 students are enrolled in technical and vocational education. We offer international, English language education from Kindergarten through university. Even Ben Feringa, 2016 Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry for the discovery of the molecular motor, calls Top of Holland home.
We Are Young.
Groningen is the largest city in our region.
Thanks to the universities, it’s also the youngest, with an average age below 30. Young people are so crucial because they are the first to understand where the world is going: Zeitgeist. Our youthful approach to life means we question the status quo. We come up with new ideas. We drive change, we drive innovation. Our digital companies and startup scene are among the highest ranked and fastest growing in Europe.
We Are Eager.
Top of Holland focuses on critical, real world problems.
Our focal points are sustainability, health, water, food, transportation and energy. We want to internationalize our assets through innovation and digitization. Our companies, education and government are committed to these themes. We welcome any company to help us achieve these goals.
We Are Vibrant.
“Your factories need space. Your people need a great place to live.”
We Are Urban.
Top of Holland has vibrant cities such as Groningen and Leeuwarden. Amsterdam is just around the corner.
Whether you want to enjoy culture, sports or social activities: life is good here. You can find affordable housing, great international schools and the lowest crime rates. The people of Groningen are among the happiest in Europe.
We Are Sports.
We have the perfect climate and landscape for running, cycling and swimming.
Our region is perfect for sailing, wind surfing and ice skating in winter. We have professional sports facilities and professional tennis, hockey, basketball and soccer teams. Our TT race track is very popular. We can’t wait to test a Tesla motorbike here.
We Are Nature.
Besides the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Wadden Sea and its beautiful islands with dunes and beaches, Top of Holland has many lakes and forests – great places for recreation and leisure.
We Are Culture.
Our heritage is breathtaking, from ancient archeological sites to modern art exhibits.
Culturally we have so much to offer. Whether you want to party all night long, go to dance clubs, festivals, rock concerts or enjoy classical music, theatre, architecture and art: we have it all, including excellent restaurants and hotels. So many other Dutch and European cities are nearby.
We Are Fast.
Many international companies choose the Netherlands to be their bridge to Europe.
They want to do business and we want them to do business. Our government is committed to fast procedures and you will experience that we deal fast. Ludicrously fast. Because that is what we are: traders, pioneers, entrepreneurs. Deal makers.
Let’s Bring The Electric Car Home.
Did you know that the first battery powered car was actually built here, in Top of Holland?
The First Battery Powered Car was built in Top of Holland.
Sibrandus Stratingh was a chemistry and physics professor at the University of Groningen in the 19th century. His dream was to build an automatic car.
In 1834, he drove around the city center of Groningen in a prototype steam powered car, scaring off horses and people. Stratingh and his assistant almost choked in the smoke and steam exhausts. So they decided to invent something radically new. One year later, Sibrandus Stratingh had invented the first battery powered electric car.
Dear people from Tesla. We are inviting you to come over to our beautiful region, and bring the electric car back home. To the future!
Regards, from the people from Top of Holland
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