An influx of global companies to Amsterdam, including London-based firms seeking an EU base after Brexit, will create opportunities for Dutch creative and technology agencies such as MediaMonks, according to Green Square’s Tony Walford. M&A activity is high in the sector and since English is widely spoken in the Netherlands, the country is likely to replace the UK as a gateway to Europe for acquirers. The Netherlands has been one of Europe’s most attractive markets for foreign investment over recent years, with more than €1bn invested by international investors last year, up from just under €500m five years The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency said 42 large companies, including Sony and Panasonic, will relocate to the nation and a further 250 are in talks.
An influx of global companies to Amsterdam, including London-based firms seeking an EU base after Brexit, will create opportunities for Dutch creative and technology agencies such as MediaMonks, according to Green Square’s Tony Walford. M&A activity is high in the sector and since English is widely spoken in the Netherlands, the country is likely to replace the UK as a gateway to Europe for acquirers. That will help solidify Amsterdam’s role as a hub for the marketing industry, Walford said. The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency said 42 large companies, including Sony and Panasonic, will relocate to the nation and a further 250 are in talks.