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Archeon is a living history park where visitors travel through prehistoric, Roman, and medieval times, brought to life with reenactments, crafts, and interactive experiences.

Archeon

Uniper Technologies is part of the international energy company Uniper, with a strong presence in Rotterdam focused on power generation, energy innovation, and the transition to sustainable energy solutions.

Uniper Technologies

The Hague is where the country is run – and it shows. Step into the centre of it all at the Binnenhof (Inner Court), home to both chambers of the Dutch parliament, and where the King delivers his speech on Prince's Day. Some of the buildings date back eight centuries, and are visible from the courtyard or during a guided tour. Look north from here to see the even older Prison Gate (Gevangenpoort), dating back to 1296.

Binnenhof

Innatera Nanosystems is a deep-tech company specializing in neuromorphic processors designed to mimic the brain's biological neural networks. These processors enable ultra-efficient computing for sensory data processing, such as audio, speech, radar, and vision. Innatera's technology is designed to bring intelligence to devices that require real-time data analysis with minimal power consumption, making it highly suitable for edge computing applications in sectors like IoT (Internet of Things), robotics, automotive, and healthcare.

Innatera Nanosystems

HCLTech brings together the best of technology and people to supercharge progress. Their full-stack portfolio, underpinned by a strong engineering heritage, enables global enterprises to unlock the true potential of digital technologies.

HCL Technologies

ProdaftCyber B.V. is part of Prodaft (Proactive Defense Against Future Threats), a cybersecurity company that provides advanced cyber threat intelligence solutions. The company specializes in preventing cyberattacks by offering intelligence-led insights to organizations in both public and private sectors. Prodaft monitors cybercriminal activities across various platforms, including the dark web, and helps organizations mitigate threats before they escalate. Their innovative platforms, such as U.S.T.A. (Universal Security Threat Assessment) and BLINDSPOT, offer holistic and proactive cybersecurity services.

Prodaft Cyber

KPN (Koninklijke KPN N.V.) is a leading telecommunications and IT provider in the Netherlands, offering a wide range of services, including fixed and mobile telephony, broadband, and television. Established in 1881, KPN has evolved significantly over the years, transitioning from a government-run postal and telecommunication service to a private enterprise listed on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange.

KPN Telecom

The Hague Humanity Hub is a not-for-profit foundation that supports and strengthens the ecosystem for a more peaceful and just world. We facilitate connections and innovation by offering the necessary ingredients for chance encounters, new alliances, inspirational collaborations, and the exchange of knowledge.

The Hague Humanity Hub

TNO (Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research) is an independent research organization in the Netherlands that focuses on applying scientific knowledge to enhance innovation and societal wellbeing. It operates in diverse sectors such as energy, health, defense, and the digital economy, providing solutions for businesses, governments, and society.

The Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH) is an intergovernmental organization focused on the unification of the rules of private international law, facilitating cross-border legal matters such as family law, child protection, commercial law, and international civil procedure. Established in 1893, HCCH has developed numerous conventions and protocols to simplify legal processes across borders, such as the Apostille Convention and Hague Child Abduction Convention.

The Hague Conference on Private International Law

In the Royal Crypt of the New Church, you will find the ornate tomb of William of Orange, ‘the Father of the Nation’. Many other members of the Royal House of Orange-Nassau have also been laid to rest in the Royal Crypt. Prince Claus, Queen Juliana, and Prince Bernhard were buried here in 2002 and 2004.

Nieuwe Kerk / New Church

The International Criminal Court (ICC), located in The Hague, Netherlands, is an international tribunal established to prosecute individuals for the most serious offenses of international concern, such as genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression. The ICC operates under the Rome Statute, which was adopted in 1998. It is an independent institution that seeks to promote accountability for atrocities and ensure justice for victims of such crimes.

The International Criminal Court (ICC)

International School Rijnlands Lyceum offers education from 11 to 18 years of age. Age 11-16 years students follow the five year IBMYP programme. On completing this programme, students are awarded the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Certificate. Ages 16- 18 years they offer the IB Diploma Programme leading to an internationally recognised pre-university qualification, giving access to universities and colleges world-wide.

Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest

eVision is a leader in industrial operational risk management (IORM) software, particularly for high-risk industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2008, eVision provides a modular solution that enhances control over operational processes, thereby reducing risks and increasing safety. The company's platform, One Vision, covers various aspects of operational management, including permit to work, risk assessments, and process safety management.

Wolters Kluwer

Proeftuin op de Noordzee is a field lab covering an area of 10x10 nautical miles, off the coast of Scheveningen. Here, the maritime sector can test its new products and application in practice. The field lab consists of a network of smart buoys fitted with a whole range of measuring equipment, and a network to send the collected data to the shore.

Proeftuin op de Noordzee

Mizuno EMEA is a Japanese sportswear and equipment brand with its European headquarters in Rotterdam.

Mizuno EMEA

Neste Netherlands operates a large biorefinery in Rotterdam, producing renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, supporting the global energy transition.

Neste Netherlands

NIBC Bank is a commercial bank headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. It primarily serves corporate clients, offering a range of services including financing, investment, and advisory across sectors like real estate, shipping, and infrastructure. The bank also provides retail banking services such as mortgages and savings products.

NIBC Bank

Hoek van Holland Strand is Rotterdam’s wide sandy beach on the North Sea, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports, just a short trip from the city.

Hoek van Holland Strand (Beach)

SNV (SNV Netherlands Development Organisation) is a global development organization founded in 1965, headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. It focuses on alleviating poverty and promoting sustainable development in over 20 countries across Africa and Asia.

TNO (Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research) is an independent research organization in the Netherlands that focuses on applying scientific knowledge to enhance innovation and societal wellbeing. It operates in diverse sectors such as energy, health, defense, and the digital economy, providing solutions for businesses, governments, and society

CIVIC is an international organization dedicated to improving protections for civilians caught in conflict. They work on advocacy, policy-making, and providing practical solutions to reduce the impact of war on civilians.

Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC)

The Hortus is Leiden University's study garden; scientists have been studying biodiversity and collecting and studying plants here for centuries. Take a walk through a variety of themed gardens, such as the Japanese Garden and the Mediterranean Garden. Enjoy the ancient trees and greenhouses filled with orchids, carnivorous pitcher plants and ferns. The Hortus is also a wonderful place to study or relax with a book.

Hortus Botanicus Leiden

ISISPACE is an innovative satellite systems integrator and provider of space infrastructure for a wide range of space applications since 2006. We guide you from idea through design, development, launch services, and satellite operations.

ISISpace

Viterra is a global agribusiness that sources, handles, processes, and markets agricultural products, connecting producers and consumers worldwide. They deal with the trade of grains, oilseeds, pulses, sugar, and more.

Viterra

The International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is an independent, non-profit organization that supports the safety of humanitarian workers operating in high-risk areas. Founded in 2011, INSO provides real-time incident tracking, safety reports, and coordination services to over 1,000 registered NGOs globally. Their mission is to help NGOs navigate dangerous environments by offering analysis and advice that ensures the safety of aid workers in conflict zones.

International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO)

unlock_ – part of startup incubator <a href=http://www.plnt.nl/en rel="noopener noreferrer">PLNT Leiden</a> – is where Life Science and Health entrepreneurs, startups and scale-ups in the Netherlands crack open global health problems. At the Leiden Bio Science Park, unlock_ provides the startup support, structure, programs, network and the instruments you need to turn an idea into a solution.

unlock_

Unilever is a global consumer goods company known for producing food, beverages, cleaning agents, and personal care products. It owns popular brands like Dove, Knorr, Lipton, and Ben &amp; Jerry’s. Unilever focuses on sustainability and innovation, aiming to reduce its environmental footprint while enhancing its social impact. The company operates in over 190 countries and serves billions of consumers worldwide.

Unilever

Rotterdam International Center

The European School The Hague is a part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation and provides a multilingual and multicultural education to Early Years, Primary and Secondary school children, culminating in the European Baccalaureate.The European School The Hague are an officially Accredited European School, partly administered and financed by the Dutch national education system, and accredited by the Board of Governors of the European Schools since December 2012.

European School The Hague

Charles River’s discovery-focused site in Leiden has in-depth expertise in building disease-relevant cell-based models employing human cells or stem cell-derived cells to support the development of new therapies in different phases of the preclinical stage.

Charles River Laboratories

Witte Huis Rotterdam is Europe’s first skyscraper, a 10-story Art Nouveau landmark built in 1898 that miraculously survived the city’s wartime bombing.

Witte Huis

Dutch e-commerce company that sells consumer electronics and appliances online and in stores.

Coolblue

The Royal Academy of Art (KABK) is an art and design academy in The Hague, offering programs at both the HBO bachelor's and master's levels, as well as PhD programs. The academy's students are 68% international and the academy values this internationalization greatly, adopting an international approach in its curriculum structure wherever possible.Highly skilled professional staff with international professional practices, guide and accompany students. The academy's focus on novel technologies and new media has resulted in state-of-the-art workshops, studios and departments such as ArtScience, Interactive/Media/Design and Non-Linear Narrative.

Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK)

Ocean Network Express is a major global container shipping company with offices in Rotterdam, serving as a key hub for European logistics.

Ocean Network Express Netherlands

The Space Business Innovation Centre (SBIC) Noordwijk supports entrepreneurs and startups which use space technologies by offering various programmes, managing projects and hosting workshops and events for every stage of the entrepreneurial journey.SBIC Noordwijk provides access to an international network, tools and knowledge, and can provide business and financial support. Their primary activity is managing ESA BIC Noordwijk – the European Space Agency’s business incubation centre based in the Netherlands.

Space Business Innovation Centre Noordwijk

ProQR is a biotechnology company dedicated to changing lives by developing RNA therapies for severe rare and common diseases. It's headquarters are in Leiden.

ProQR

Museum Escher in The Palace is a permanent exhibition in The Hague dedicated to the world-famous artist M.C. Escher, whose art startled millions of people all over the world. The collection is housed in the former Winter Palace of Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands.

Escher in The Palace

Duinrell offers the full package: an exciting holiday and amusement park and spectacular tropical pool paradise, located in the beautiful dunes of Wassenaar, by the beach.

Duinrell

The Hague Tech is a technology community for a diverse community of entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups, scale-ups, and creative talent. The inspiring ecosystem allows businesses, government, and research institutions to work together on technological innovations.

The Hague Tech

De Fenix Landverhuizersmuseum tells the story of millions of Europeans who departed from Rotterdam to America, housed in the historic Fenix warehouse on Katendrecht.

Fenix Landverhuizersmuseum

The Hortus Botanicus is an experimental field lab where nature based innovations can be tested, evaluated, and showcased to the general public at the same time. The Hortus Botanicus is a source for botnaical research and education as well innovations that drive sustainability ambitions.

Hortus Botanicus

A global biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing innovative protein replacement therapies and precision medicines to serve the unserved rare disease patient.

Pharming

Inholland University of Applied Sciences Rotterdam offers applied programs in business, communication, and creative studies, with strong links to the city’s international and innovative character.

Inholland University of Applied Sciences Rotterdam

The Museon in The Hague is a museum for culture and science. Visitors are inspired to discover the world and treat it with respect. In the central exhibition, ‘One Planet’, you learn in a fun way what you can do to keep our earth liveable. Situated inside, the One Planet Dome shows nature films and documentaries. Films are in Dutch, but visitors can use a smartphone app to listen in English.

Museon

Leiden University was the first university to be established in the Netherlands, and is one of the leading international research universities in Europe. The University has seven faculties and a campus in both Leiden and The Hague.

Leiden University

Sif is a leading manufacturer of large steel foundations for offshore wind turbines, with a state-of-the-art production facility at Maasvlakte in Rotterdam.

Sif Netherlands

Delft University of Technology, also known as TU Delft, is the largest and oldest technological university in the Netherlands. It specializes in engineering, technology, computing, design, and natural sciences, and is considered one of the best universities for engineering and technology worldwide.

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

Oceanco is a world-leading builder of custom superyachts, based in Alblasserdam near Rotterdam.

Oceanco

The Hague University of Applied Sciences is a university of applied sciences with campuses located in and around The Hague region. The Hague University of Applied Sciences is known for the international characteristic of its student population with around 124 nationalities represented on campus. The Hague University of Applied Sciences consists of faculties, research groups and service departments. More than 25,000 students are enrolled in a Bachelor, Master or post-graduate programme. In addition to providing education, THUAS conducts practice oriented research and has active partnerships with companies, public bodies and other organisations in the Haaglanden region, as well as international institutions.

The Hague University of Applied Sciences

Home to life sciences entrepreneurs, BioPartner is committed to creating the ideal environment for Life Sciences startups and scaleups, by providing flexible office and laboratory space, facility services, entrepreneurial support, and networking possibilities.

Biopartner

Erasmus University Medical Center based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, affiliated with Erasmus University and home to its faculty of medicine, is the largest and one of the most authoritative scientific University Medical Centers in Europe

Erasmus MC

Quantware is a company that develops scalable quantum processors and components for the quantum computing industry. Their focus is on enabling the advancement of quantum technology through their high-performance hardware solutions.

Quantware

SiTime

Fugro Marine Services unlocks insights from Geo-data for a safe and liveable world. They do this by mapping, modeling and monitoring both the built and natural environments of the planet.

Fugro Marine Services

Robin Radar Systems B.V. specializes in radar technology for detecting small objects like birds and drones, with applications in aviation, defense, wind farms, and security. Their systems help prevent bird strikes at airports and protect critical infrastructure from rogue drones. The company, originally spun out from TNO in 2010, is a leader in this niche market, recognized for its innovation and growing global presence.

Robin Radar Systems

The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) focuses on enhancing cyber security within Europe's critical infrastructures, particularly in sectors like energy and transport. They work closely with industry stakeholders, governments, and academic institutions to develop cybersecurity solutions and guidelines.

European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS)

LyondellBasell Industries is a multinational chemical company and one of the largest plastic, chemical, and refining companies in the world. They focus on producing high-quality chemicals, polymers, and technologies used in a variety of industries, such as food packaging, automotive parts, and construction materials.

LyondellBasell Industries

CC7 Europe is a subsidiary of China National Chemical Engineering &amp; Construction Corporation Seven (CC7) and is based in The Hague, Netherlands. The company provides EPC+ (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) solutions across various industries, going beyond traditional EPC services by integrating financing and contract management into its projects. It focuses on delivering sustainable, innovative engineering solutions globally.

The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is an intergovernmental organization based in The Hague, Netherlands, responsible for implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). It works to eliminate chemical weapons and prevent their use globally by monitoring compliance, conducting inspections, and promoting peaceful uses of chemistry.

Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)

Tech Mahindra is a global IT services and consulting company that operates in the Netherlands, offering digital transformation, IT, and consulting services across various industries, including telecom, healthcare, and manufacturing. As part of the Mahindra Group, Tech Mahindra focuses on leveraging technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing to help businesses innovate and grow.

Tech Mahindra

Batavia Biosciences supports companies in viral vector and vaccine development, providing tailored process development to bring concepts to life. Batavia was started in Leiden in 2010 and now has facilities around the world.

Batavia Biosciences

The HSV International School welcomes children from diverse cultural backgrounds as part of their mission: Global Citizenship, Lifelong Learning!The HSV International School offers international education embedded in a Dutch context; operating within the framework of the Dutch educational system, by creating small learning environments to ensure that your child receives the very best in attention and guidance as well as integrated learning opportunities for international children.

HSV International School

Het Nieuwe Instituut is the national museum for architecture, design, and digital culture, with changing exhibitions and a striking modern building in the Museumpark.

Het Nieuwe Instituut

Octagon Professionals is a recruitment and HR services company based in The Hague, Netherlands, with over 30 years of experience in the Dutch and international markets. They specialize in providing tailored HR solutions, including recruitment, payroll services, and general HR consulting for businesses of all sizes. Octagon focuses on helping international businesses expand, restructure, and set up operations in the Netherlands, as well as supporting a diverse range of industries, including technology, finance, and energy.

Octagon

The World Resources Institute (WRI) is a global research organization that focuses on pressing environmental challenges, including climate change, urbanization, food systems, and sustainable resource management. WRI collaborates with policymakers, businesses, and civil society to drive impactful change in areas like energy, forests, and water.

World Resources Institute

Floodproof Holland works on temporary flood defences and dike sensors. The Floodproof Holland Field lab is part of the Valorisation Programme Delta Technology &amp; Water (VPdelta).

Floodproof Holland

SRON is a leading international research institute operating at the forefront of space research to address fundamental questions about the cosmos and the Earth’s environment. As the primary space research institute in the Netherlands, SRON serves as a focal point for coordinating and conducting cutting-edge research in astrophysics and Earth science from space.

SRON

The United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (UN IRMCT) is an international court established by the United Nations to carry out the remaining essential functions of the International Criminal Tribunals for Rwanda (ICTR) and the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) after their closure. It handles appeals, reviews, retrials, and post-conviction issues related to cases from these tribunals, ensuring the continuation of their mandate.

United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (UN IRMCT)

Step inside CORPUS – the museum shaped like a giant human body – and embark on an unforgettable journey through yourself!Discover the incredible inner workings of the human body in a spectacular, interactive experience. See, feel, and hear how your body functions in the thrilling ‘Journey Through the Human Body’.

CORPUS

Willem de Kooning Academy is Rotterdam’s renowned art and design academy, part of Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, known for its cutting-edge programs in fine art, media, design, and education.

Willem de Kooning Academy

Leading provider of professional services, offering audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk, tax, and legal services to clients across various industries.

Deloitte

Mammoet is a global leader in heavy lifting and transport, headquartered near Rotterdam, serving large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.

Mammoet

Historic Schiedam is famous for its picturesque canals, old warehouses, and the world’s tallest windmills, once powering the city’s gin distilleries.

Historic Schiedam

Wereldmuseum Leiden focuses on global cultural histories. A walk through the museum broadens your view of the world. Learn about life all around the world and how people are and have been shaped by the world around them. This connection between past and present offers new insights into today's world.

Wereld Museum

Oxfam Novib is the Dutch affiliate of the global Oxfam organization, working to combat poverty and injustice around the world. It collaborates with partners and communities in over 90 countries to advocate for economic justice, equality, and sustainable development. Oxfam Novib focuses on empowering vulnerable populations, promoting human rights, and providing humanitarian aid in times of crisis.

Oxfam Novib

Leiden University was founded in 1575 and is one of the leading international research universities in Europe. Leiden University is an international, broad-based university that has seven faculties and a campus in both Leiden and The Hague. Academically, research is conducted in five broad clusters: Fundamentals of Science; Life Sciences; Health and Well-being; Law, Politics and Administration; Languages Cultures, Arts and Societies; and the cross-cutting topic of Artificial Intelligence.

Campus The Hague - Wijnhaven

Nutricia specializes in medical nutrition across various life stages, from infancy to old age, focusing on conditions like preterm birth, allergies, and chronic illnesses. They offer tailored nutritional solutions for patients and healthcare professionals. Nutricia operates in over 100 countries and is part of the Danone Group.

Danone Nutricia

Harbour International School is a primary school offering international education in English, with a welcoming community for expat families in the city.

Harbour International School Rotterdam (HISR)

Lely Industries is a Dutch company specializing in agricultural innovations, particularly focused on dairy farming. The company provides automated solutions for milking, feeding, and barn maintenance, helping farmers improve efficiency and animal welfare. Their flagship product is the Lely Astronaut robotic milking system, which revolutionizes dairy farming by automating the milking process.

Lely Industries

Living Lab Scheveningen is a test environment where the municipality of The Hague, companies, residents and research institutions look for smart and digital inventions to solve societal challenges, with a final goal of making the environment more pleasant; think of safety, sustainability, social cohesion, economy and mobility.

Living Lab Scheveningen

Kids can learn about children's literature in a playful way at the Children's book Museum (Kinderboekenmuseum). Learning, experiencing and doing are key elements of a visit here. All exhibitions and workshops at the museum stimulate the imagination and awaken the joy of reading.

Children's book museum

The British Embassy in The Hague manages the UK’s diplomatic relations with the Netherlands and provides consular services to British nationals. It also handles various matters, including visa applications, passport renewals, notarial services, and emergency assistance for British citizens.

Ambassade van het  Verenigd Koninkrijk

Cambridge Innovation Center Rotterdam is a dynamic hub for startups and scale-ups, located in the Groot Handelsgebouw, offering flexible workspaces and a thriving entrepreneurial community.

Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) Rotterdam

The Lycée français Vincent van Gogh of The Hague-Amsterdam is a member establishment of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) network and is directly managed by the Agency. Teaching takes place in accordance with the official instructions and programmes of the French Ministry of Education. Pupils are prepared for examinations within the French secondary education system (brevet, baccalaureate).