Success stories in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area

Abel

Amsterdam has a big role to play in the potential success of Abel, a service that aims to fill the void between taxis and public transport.

“The city's inclusive spirit is a magnet for international talent looking for inspiration” – why Amsterdam is the perfect place for cooperation.

The description of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol as the gateway to Europe is spot-on, according to the Head of Airfreight at Hanjin Logistics.

“Amsterdam has a long-standing history as one of Europe’s leading business hubs because of its innovative character and its accessibility.”

“I think it’s testament to Amsterdam’s forward-thinking nature that we were established so early,” says the CEO of the world’s largest data hub.

“Our location in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area is one of our most valuable assets,” says Brian Elliott of Amsterdam Worldwide.

“Choosing Amsterdam as the location for our third overseas branch was a no-brainer for us,” says Hazelle Klønhammer of Anomaly.

“I set out on a world tour to find the place that could offer app developers the best quality of life. Amsterdam was a straightforward decision.”

Lisa Trapman of recruitment specialist Aquent has seen the demand for creative and digital talent soar as Amsterdam emerges as a European tech hub.

Amsterdam's Zuidas business district – prestigious, dynamic, cosmopolitan and accessible – is a fitting location for the international law firm.

More and more Japanese companies are moving to Amsterdam, says Masao Hasegawa. “There is a completely new dynamic here.”

In the aviation sector, quality and accessibility of after-sales service is a deciding factor, and Amsterdam’s central location is a great asset.