Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Amsterdam inbusiness
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 12:59 PM IST (07:29 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Amsterdam inbusiness Extends an Invitation to Indian IT Companies to Participate in the World Congress on Information Technology, 2010
Amsterdam inbusiness Extends an Invitation to Indian IT Companies to Participate in the World Congress on Information Technology, 2010
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Tuesday, May 18, 2010 -- (Business Wire India) -- The City of Amsterdam has announced that it will be extending a special invitation to Indian IT companies to attend the World Congress on Information Technology due to take place in the Netherlands.
WITSA's 17th World Congress on Information Technology 2010 is being organized in Amsterdam, the Netherlands from May 25 - 27, 2010. "ICT as enabler for economic growth" will be the main theme of the event. The event has confirmed speakers from 25 countries including 20 ministers, several European Commissioners and over 20 C-level representatives of leading IT companies with more joining in as the final days approach. In three days, over 2000 visitors are expected to attend the event which includes delegations from more than 80 countries.
Amsterdam inbusiness, the official foreign investment agency for the City of Amsterdam, is the key sponsor for the prestigious industry event this year. The agency is extending a complimentary event participation opportunity* for Indian companies that are NASSCOM members and have a keen eye on the European market and a high interest in setting up operations in the Netherlands. Besides a visit to WCIT2010, Amsterdam inbusiness will be organizing a one day fact finding and knowledge sharing session on May 25th for potential investors.
"We are delighted to invite Indian IT companies to Amsterdam to explore the potential that the city has to offer. Amsterdam, which is considered as the IT gateway to Europe, offers unparalleled benefits to any foreign company with its friendly business environment, competitive tax structure, world renowned connectivity and is already home to major Indian IT players such as TCS, Wipro and Patni Computer Systems, among several others. We would like to take this opportunity to further enhance our relations with Indian IT companies, by offering them the opportunity to gain a first hand insight on the advantages that Amsterdam can offer as their European location." Says Jolanda van deer Aart - Head India Desk , amsterdam inbusiness.
The event is seeing strong support from large Indian organization such as Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys and also active participation from organizations such as Patni Computers, Wipro Technologies, Sify Technologies, Persistent Technologies to name a few.
"The potential of the European market is well-known to Indian IT companies. The role of cities such as Amsterdam is pivotal in helping Indian companies expand their footprint across Europe. This is even more evident with the city playing host to the largest and most prestigious event for the industry this year. Indian companies with an interest in doing business with Europe will benefit from the invitation extended by Amsterdam inbusiness to explore and assess the viability of setting up operations in Amsterdam in order to effectively extend their reach across Europe," emphasizes Robert Schipper, Executive Director, Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA).
NFIA India with its experience and knowledge assists companies with information, strategic perspective and practical assistance to discover how setting up business operations in the Netherlands can pay rich dividends all across Europe. All NFIA India services are provided free of charge and on a confidential basis.
About amsterdam inbusiness:
Amsterdam Metropolitan Area is a thriving hub for business and industry. There are a range of private and public sector agencies, at a local, regional, national and international level that co-operate closely and uniquely to facilitate the relocation of foreign companies to Amsterdam Metropolitan Area. Amsterdam inbusiness is the official foreign investment agency of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (Amsterdam, Almere, Amstelveen and Haarlemmermeer). The agency provides assistance to organizations keen to invest in the city by helping them find the best location, introducing them to people who can add value or knowledge, and helps them to navigate quickly and safely through the bureaucratic and fiscal barriers that are part and parcel of any cross-border business venture. The agency provides these services on a confidential basis and free of charge
. Single contact point to help international companies establish and maintain operations in the Amsterdam
. Metropolitan Area
. Wide-ranging contacts in the private and public sectors
. Support network of civic partners in the region and around the world
. Full programs for initial visits to evaluate and select locations, services and professional advisors
. Advice for company staff and their families
. Services are free, confidential and without obligation
During every step from exploration to start-up and growth, international companies can turn to amsterdam inbusiness for two crucial requirements to help them to establish a successful operation: know-how - to solve the problems of businesses entering an unfamiliar environment - and know who - to provide introductions to the individuals and agencies that are necessary for an effective operation. The relationship between a company and Amsterdam inbusiness will continue over the long term. Amsterdam inbusiness directs the lion's share of its economic development staff and resources toward the support and nurturing of firms already established in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area.
amsterdam inbusiness is the official foreign investment agency of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (Amsterdam, Almere, Amstelveen and Haarlemmermeer).
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About NFIA
The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) was initiated by the Netherlands Ministry of Economic Affairs to attract foreign investments into the Netherlands. Going by the enthusiastic response of the Indian companies, the Netherlands Ministry of Economic Affairs decided to set up an office in January 2007 of its inward investment agency - the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA), as part of the Netherlands Embassy in New Delhi. The Agency's task is to promote the unique position of the Netherlands as a gateway to Europe and a bridgehead for Indian companies to successfully conquer the European market. The NFIA office in New Delhi assists and advises Indian companies who wish to take advantage of the excellent Dutch business environment as a strategic base to cover Europe. For more information on NFIA India, please log on to http://www.nfia-india.com
* amsterdam inbusiness will be providing entrance tickets to Indian IT companies, that are members of NASSCOM to attend WCIT, 2010. The registration, which is otherwise available by invitation only, is pegged at ? 5000 for a participant. This special invitation excludes the cost of travel and accommodation. The number of passes available is limited and will be confirmed on a first come first serve basis.
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