Netherlands Innovation Network

Connecting innovation worldwide

The Netherlands Innovation Network (NIN) stimulates international cooperation between companies, research institutes and public authorities in the fields of innovation, technology and science. The network is part of the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

The NIN works on technologies from the National Technology Strategy (NTS). This strategy is used to identify where Dutch knowledge and industry can make a positive impact and develop a unique position, as well as make a positive impact. 

We strive to further develop key enabling technologies through international cooperation and a global network of offices. The NIN is active in 15 countries worldwide: Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, France, India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Türkiye, the United Kingdom and the United States.

As the NIN, we develop international cooperation by:

  • Providing knowledge and information about the latest developments and trends in innovation and technology around the world;
  • Building, maintaining and renewing relevant networks, as well as matchmaking to connect Dutch and foreign parties;
  • Encouraging and formalising cooperation, and supporting cooperation agreements;
  • Following up on cooperation agreements and working on concrete innovation and R&D projects, and necessary financing mechanisms.

Our public

The Netherlands Innovation Network provides its services to:

  • companies working on advanced technologies and in R&D, start-ups and scale-ups;
  • knowledge institutes such as universities and institutes for applied research (TO2);
  • governments, federal as well as regional.

Our offices

We can assist in connecting with potential partners in the below countries and areas. They operate from embassies and consulates.

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