In just 80 years, Flevoland has developed into a thriving region that combines urban areas, state of-the-art arable farming, a diverse business community and a well-developed (knowledge) infrastructure with still ample space for new businesses.
And it’s all just half an hour from Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport (not to mention 3 hours from Brussels or Cologne and 5 hours by car from Paris or Frankfurt). That’s why so many companies choose to operate in Flevoland. Companies including Yakult, Kobelco, McCain, Sherwin-Williams, Giant and Inditex have all established operations here.
Strategically located
The Flevoland region is strategically located at the very center of the Netherlands and the east wing of Amsterdam. It is situated between two key European economies: the Dutch Randstad and the German Ruhr Area.
Excellent connectivity
Flevoland offers all modalities to connect with the rest of Europe and beyond. There are two thriving ports, Flevokust and Urk Maritime, an airport in Lelystad and fast interstate road connections among others motorways A6, A1 and A27. There is great access to Ports of Rotterdam, Amsterdam.
Ample room for growth at competitive price
The land was reclaimed from the sea mid 20th century to provide space. There are still large plots (up to 30 hectare) and great office spaces available in Flevoland at extremely competitive prices.
Energy transition
Flevoland is a national frontrunner in the field of renewable energy and is characterized by a particularly large amount of green energy. A quarter of all the renewable wind energy in the Netherlands is harvested in Flevoland and this offers many opportunities for the growing group of companies that work energy intensively, such as data centers and modern production companies.
High Tech Manufacturing, Logistics and Agrifood & Agtech
Flevoland focuses on three types of business operations: high tech manufacturing of machines and spare parts, large logistics operations for consumer products and Agrifood and Agtech. We focus on boosting our large high-tech agribusiness and food sector, in combination with our ambitions to create a fully circular economy.
Flevoland provides a great location for companies in the area of High Tech Systems & Materials (HTSM). We are strategically located in the center of the Netherlands, a country whose high-tech industry is among the most innovative in the world. Fueled by world-class open innovation R&D, the sector consists of many firms involved in materials-related research and development in the Netherlands.
The Netherlands is the No.1 logistics hub in Europe, providing access to 240 million consumers in a 1,000-kilometer radius. It provides excellent connectivity to Europe and all continents via road, water, air and data. The Flevoland region with its central location, proximity to Amsterdam and great connectivity and large plots at favorable prices, serves a great number of companies with customers throughout Europe and beyond. Companies like Yakult, McCain, Giant, Inditex and several others are successfully producing and distributing their products from Flevoland.
Being part of the No.2 AgriFood exporter worldwide, Flevoland houses a diverse AgriFood business community. Companies choose Flevoland because of its central location for sourcing and market access, the access to business partners, know-how and talent, the space it has to provide, the quality of life and its vicinity to Amsterdam-Schiphol. Companies like Yakult, Agrico, BioBrass, DT Dijkstra, Heat & Control, Intersnack, KWS Saat, McCain, and Yellow Chips and have a significant presence in Flevoland.
Most SME Business Friendly Dutch Province
The pioneer spirit which created this province is more alive than ever: Flevoland welcomes all foreign companies that are dedicated to growth and innovation. It is no wonder Flevoland was recently honored for being the most SME business friendly province in the Netherlands. In the world’s largest man-made land, a new history is being made, join us and be part of this exciting journey.
Over Horizon Flevoland
Qing Marr-Li Project, Manager, Foreign Direct Investments Eric Hanson, Project Manager, International Trade Aalex Jansen, Teamlead, Foreign Direct Investments & International Trade
Horizon Flevoland is the regional development agency for the Flevoland region. Horizon supports businesses in Flevoland with information, advice, contacts and finance. They also support foreign businesses that are considering investing and setting up in the Flevoland region and local businesses on issues regarding international business and trade in collaboration with Trade and Innovate NL.
Horizon Flevoland is the regional development agency for the Flevoland region. Horizon supports businesses in Flevoland with information, advice, contacts and finance. They also support foreign businesses that are considering investing and setting up in the Flevoland region and local businesses on issues regarding international business and trade in collaboration with Trade and Innovate NL.
Horizon is also part of the Invest in Holland partnership in which Dutch regional development agencies and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency join forces.
