Dolby International AB - a subsidiary of Dolby Laboratories Inc. - has announced the official opening of a new international office in Amsterdam.
With the opening of an Amsterdam base, the company aims to provide greater efficiency, scalability and quality of service to its customers in Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific.
With this move, Dolby illustrates that the Amsterdam Area is the undisputed gateway to Europe and beyond. From here, companies can enter or expand to the EMEA. Reasons for this include:
Frontrunner in globalisation: the well-developed Dutch services industry has a global orientation. Whether you require knowledge on how to structure your logistics, ICT, tax, legal issues or sales & marketing in Europe, customers find a large pool of internationally oriented service providers in the Amsterdam Area.
Gateway to affluentcustomers: With a GDP per capita that is among the highest in the world, and the excellent international trade routes that provide you with access to the EMEA and beyond, the Amsterdam Area helps you to tap into the most attractive customer markets in the world.
Efficient and cost effective: The efficient Dutch legal system is built upon transparent laws, while the competitive tax system allows you to get the highest possible return on your investments. Combined, these provide companies with all the necessary ingredients for a profitable business structure.
Numerous dignitaries attended the opening of the new Dolby office, including Amsterdam Alderperson Carolien Gehrels, US Consul General Julie A. Ruterbories and Bas Pulles, the Commissioner for the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA).
The Dolby team based in Amsterdam will be responsible for a range of services, including financial administration, facilities, and IT support to Dolby’s growing network of offices across the region. Additional roles include management of intellectual property, and administration of products and services for both EMEA and Dolby’s Asia Pacific region.
“With a long history of innovation and growth, Dolby is well-placed to deliver outstanding products to partners around the world,” said Andreas Spechtler, Regional Vice President for EMEA. “This office will play a key role in supporting our customers in consumer electronics, cinema, broadcast, mobile, and online businesses here in Europe.”
Dolby Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: DLB) is a global leader in technologies that form essential elements in the entertainment experience business. Founded in 1965, it’s best known for high-quality audio and surround sound products. The company develops innovations that enrich the entertainment experience at the movies, at home or on the go. For more information about Dolby Laboratories or Dolby® technologies, check their website.
Advantages of setting up shop in the Amsterdam Area