Virtual trade mission from the Netherlands to the United Kingdom
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands will organise a virtual trade mission to the United Kingdom on Thursday 7 and Monday 11 October 2021. The Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation and the Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management (tbc), will participate in the mission.
During this mission, we facilitate Dutch and British companies active in the sectors Hydrogen and Maritime (smart port development and sustainable shipping), in gaining an understanding of local challenges, market information and expanding their network with new business contacts.
Check out our programme of events and please join us by registering on this platform to participate in the mission events and to engage in 1:1 video conversations with pre-selected counterparts. (For more information, visit tab Registration)
Programme highlights
- Opening session
- Webinars
- Matchmaking
1:1 Matchmaking sessions
During this mission, we facilitate 1:1 matchmaking sessions with pre-selected counterparts; a quick and easy way to meet potential partners from the comfort of your own home or office. The 20 or 30 minute sessions provide enough time to build connections. (For more information, visit tab How it works)
Registration
Registration is free for all UK companies, register here.
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