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Why the Netherlands matters for global innovation – and for AdvanceWorks

Innovation doesn´t happen in isolation.

It happens in places that encourage collaboration, curiosity, and the freedom to build boldly.

That is why the Netherlands is so much more than a location for AdvanceWorks – it is a catalyst for our next phase of growth.

A Small Country Solving Big Challenges

The Netherlands might be modest in size, but its ambitions are anything but. It is tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges – from energy transition and sustainable mobility to smart logistics and digital transformation.

Addressing these challenges requires AI & data engineering, next-generation software development, and low code technology – some of the domains where AdvanceWorks thrives. That aligment is one reason we established our presence here.

Dutch organizations don’t just talk about innovation, they operationalize it. They test, measure and scale fast creating a perfect environment for companies like ours that focus on turning digital potential into measurable impact.

An ecosystem That Turns Innovation Into Impact

The Netherlands consistently ranks among the world´s top innovation ecosystems, and for good reason. It is a place where business, academia and government work together naturally.

Key ingredients make it unique:

  • A culture of openness and collaboration that accelerates co-creation
  • English fluency and a global outlook that make it easy for ideas to scale internationally
  • A rich talent pool that blends technical mastery
  • Progressive regulation that supports experimentation in AI, fintech, and sustainability.

World-Class Dutch Innovators Leading by Example

The Netherlands is home to companies that have redefined their industries, proving that innovation can thrive on both a global and human scale.

From high-tech to clean energy, Dutch innovators have shown what is possible:

  • ASML, powering every advanced microchip that drives AI and computing worldwide
  • NXP Semiconductors, building the smart, connected vehicles of tomorrow
  • Adyen, transforming global payments through elegant, unified technology
  • Philips, integrating AI into healthcare to make diagnosis and treatment smarter
  • Fastned and Lightyear, revolutionizing sustainable mobility
  • SkyNRG, enabling aviation to go green through sustainable fuels
  • Fairphone, proving that tech can be ethical and circular.

Each of these companies embodies what makes the Dutch ecosystem world-class: deep engineering, bold thinking, and a commitment to sustainabilty that AdvanceWorks also concerns about.

AdvanceWorks and the Netherlands: Building the Next Chapter

For us, expanding into the Netherlands is more than a geographic decision – it is a strategic one. We see the dutch market as a testing ground for innovation that scales globally.

Here, the culture of openness and experimentation mirrors how we approach digital transformation – combining AI, data and software engineering to help organizations move faster and smarter.

Our teams in the Netherlands are already collaborating with local partners and talent to explore new ways of applying AI and automation to real-world challenges – from smart industries to sustainable supply chains.

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