Soft Landing Platform for Cyber, Defense, and Security Technologies in The Hague

Target Audience: Canadian Cyber, Defense, and Security Technologies exporters that have the Netherlands and Europe as a priority to expand and want to accelerate their first sales cycle in this market.
Sector: Information and communications technologies

The Canada-Netherlands Cyber and Security Technologies Soft Landing Platformprovides an opportunity for Canadian firms to work at the HSD Campus – the national innovation centre for security in the City of The Hague for a period of up to three months (shorter is also possible). By participating in the program, firms have access to key resources as well as valuable mentorship from InnovationQuarter, the Dutch Chamber of Commerce, industry leaders and HSD Office to build a strong regional network in the cyber and security market and make strategic connections.

Ultimately, the platform offers a low risk entry trial to Canadian companies entering a new international market, accessing the resources they need to more readily tap into commercial opportunities. We aim to connect you with new partners, closing new deals, and possibly setting up a permanent presence here.

The Netherlands is an important "gateway" for Canadian firms interested in doing business in Europe. Therefore, this initiative promotes exporting, foreign investment but also innovation collaboration between Canada and the Netherlands.

Register to attend:

Deadline for submitting applications for this round is December 31, 2019. However, more programs will be organised so contact trade commissioner, Caroline Bolduc to apply.

Why your organization should participate:

• Gain insights and market intelligence
• Increase visibility of your product or service
• Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
• Participate in networking events
• Participate in pre-organized business to business meetings
• Pitch your product /service to selected audiences
• Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service

Trade Commissioner(s) involvement:

Activities organized by the Trade Commissioner Service

• Business-to-business meetings
• Networking event
• Seminar
• Site visits

Trade Commissioner, Caroline Bolducspecializes in Science, Technology and Innovation for the Dutch market and can provide information on this and other local events that you are considering, as well as advice on business development in the region. Services from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service are offered free of charge to Canadian companies and organizations.