6 Lisburn companies recently completed NITC's European Outlook Programme and an intensive 3 day Trade Visit to the Netherlands.

 

A week prior to departure the companies received their visit schedules and some final tips in the presence of the Chair of Lisburn City Council's Economic Development Committee Councillor Jenny Palmer.

 

 

 

Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol airport the companies explored opportunities throughout the country from their Amsterdam base. Over 32 individual appointment were successfully completed during the 3 day visit.

 

 

 

Philip Morrow and David Connolly or PRM view what's hot and innovatory in Dutch food retail.

 

 

 

Peter Blair of explains the advantages of A & B Pneumatics airsprings to Dutch vehicle seat manufacturers.

 

 

Andrew Coulter of Fabrite Fit Out views leading edge design in the Dutch HoReCa sector.

 

 

 

Paul Templeton of Kelly's European Freight Service meets with leading Dutch exporters of ultra fresh products.

 

 

David Craig is delighted to present Craig's Fuel Polishing solution to leading marine and industrial distributors.

 

 

Each of the companies departed with a network of new contacts, clear market information and opportunities to commence trading with the Dutch.

 

Despite a global turndown, the Lisburn companies have gained a positive trade outlook for 2010 and new orders in the Netherlands