The Netherlands plays a crucial role in the global chip industry
Although Europe accounts for only ten percent of the global chip market in total, the Netherlands occupies a unique and highly profitable position. According to expert Stefano Goeptar of consultancy firm Hezelburcht, our country is essential to the international technology chain.
The strength of the Netherlands lies not in the mass production of standard chips, but in the parts of the chain where the most profit is made. Dutch companies are global market leaders in designing and building the advanced machines required to produce these complex microchips.
This strong position ensures that the Netherlands is an indispensable link for major tech companies in the rest of the world. Without Dutch technology, many modern devices, such as smartphones and computers, could not be manufactured. The high profit margins in this specific sector contribute significantly to the Dutch economy.
Despite the limited size of the European chip market compared to Asia or the United States, the influence of the Netherlands remains significant. The sector continues to invest in innovation to maintain this lead in a rapidly changing global market.