Rotterdam Partners

🤝 Strengthening Rotterdam’s business relationship with China We are reflecting on a successful trade mission (focusing on green and smart shipping) and a relationship-building trip to China, which concluded last week in Shanghai. Our colleagues Jorn Douwstra, Alexandra Patsa - 潘爱丽, and Zheng Yang 杨正 discussed enforcing the trade and investment climate between Rotterdam and China, particularly in hydrogen, maritime, and urban developments. One of the key highlights was the signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation between Shanghai and Rotterdam (2024-2028), reaffirming our commitment to maritime and urban development, education, and healthcare. Furthermore, our team discussed the "Shanghai Go Global" initiatives with the Shanghai Services Federation and visited REFIRE for insights into hydrogen fuel cell mobility and power among other projects. This mission strengthened our ties with our East China network, resulting in several concrete interests to expand international business in Rotterdam. A big thank you to Gemeente Rotterdam, Port of Rotterdam, INBO, KCAP, LOLA Landscape Architects, MLA , MVRDV, Superimpose Architecture and our Mayor Aboutaleb with whom we organised many trade missions and delegations together over his time in office in Rotterdam and we are appreciative for all the efforts he has conducted in strengthening economic ties for Rotterdam both at home and all around the world. Want to know more about business possibilities in Rotterdam? Check: https://lnkd.in/eQ8miC6S. #InternationalBusiness #Shipping #Trade #FDI #China #Rotterdam

🏄Today is the day - the world’s first urban surf pool, RiF010 is opening its doors to all!🤙 Located right in the heart of Rotterdam, RiF010 lets you try out or go all pro with surfing, bodyboarding, SUPing, diving, canoeing, and more. With high sustainability standards and the ambition to make surfing accessible to all school children in Rotterdam, RiF010 is opening today with a bang, including a student surf competition, an official opening ceremony, and an open surf contest! Check for more info & bookings: https://rif010.nl/en/. Edwin van Viegen | Wim de Bundel | Edward van Dongen | Elco van Duijn | Aad Goedbloed | Allard Pheifer | Rutger van der Laan | Bo Sutter | Ronald Wall #Rotterdam #Surfing #UrbanSurf #Sports #RIF010

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬! 🤝 We're thrilled to announce that our network has grown with the addition of 2 new partners who share our vision of advancing the city! Welcome to:   🆕 RDM Next: An industrial event location with various spaces, the largest being 'The Loft XL,' which can accommodate 200 people. Additionally, they organize workshops focused on innovation, such as artificial intelligence and IoT.   🆕 architour - Guiding Architects in the Netherlands: A tour organization with a focus on architecture, offering tours led by a team of skilled architects with various specializations.   We are looking forward to a fruitful collaboration! ❗️ As a partner you are invited to at least 8 networking events per year and you have access to our exclusive networking app where you can network with other partners. View the other benefits of a partnership on our website: https://lnkd.in/en-UEXmb (Dutch)   #RotterdamMakeItHappen #Rotterdam #Partnerships #Collaborations #Network

Located in the heart of Rotterdam lies the Groot Handelsgebouw, a bustling hub (and the home of Rotterdam Partners) that serves as a thriving ecosystem for many startups and growing companies. Amidst all this business activity you’ll find a new hidden gem: Maaskant Park. A green haven, offering a place of tranquility and biodiversity where you would not have expected to find one. This new urban park exemplifies urban resilience and green innovation. Whether you’re looking to take a serene stroll, enjoy a picnic with friends, or simply wish to take in the sun amidst the iconic reconstruction architecture of the Groot Handelsgebouw, Maaskant Park (named after the Groot Handelsgebouw’s architect) is a new place to be. Want to explore Rotterdam’s latest green addition? You’ll find the entry located at the Conradstraat. #Rotterdam #ResilientCity #HiddenGems #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability  

🚀🎮 TwitchCon is heading to Rotterdam! The official countdown has begun as TwitchCon is coming to Rotterdam from June 29-30, transforming the city into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation! Join us at Rotterdam Ahoy and explore the real and raw Rotterdam filled with landmarks and rejuvenated old port areas. Dive into a world of art, technology, and gaming as creators from around the globe gather in our dynamic city. Full story and visitor’s guide tips: https://lnkd.in/eVAjTRgN. #Twitch #Rotterdam #Gaming #Innovation #Tech Gemeente Rotterdam | Rotterdam. Make It Happen. | Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre

🌬️ Turning wind into wins In Rotterdam, the circular economy innovations aim to inspire and set an example for other cities. Did you know that the amount of discarded wind turbine blades in Europe is increasing annually, with an estimated 400,000 tonnes by 2030 and double that by 2050? Rotterdam-based companies are reusing materials, including blades from decommissioned wind turbines, to give them a new life and purpose. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/exYcKa_w. Blade–Made | Superuse | Circular Recycling Company #Circularity #Sustainability #RotterdamStepsAhead #WindTurbines 📷 Unsplash | Superuse Studios

Named one of Europe’s top start-up hubs by the Financial Times, BlueCity (010) is a model hub for the circular economy, housing 55 entrepreneurs dedicated to zero-waste living. In addition to fostering start-ups, this hub is extending its reach to include SMEs and established companies striving for sustainability. Don’t miss the newest addition BlueCity Townhall organised every first Thursday of the month intending to support groundbreaking collaborations. Full story: https://lnkd.in/eDamnysu. #Circularity #CircularEconomy #RotterdamStepsAhead #NewDutch #Sustainability 📷Iris Van Den Broek

🔔 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁: 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗷𝗶𝗷 𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘂𝘄𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁? (in English below) Voor ons team Strategie, Processen & Business Intelligence zijn wij op zoek naar een gedreven Business Intelligence Analist. Ben jij analytisch sterk en ben je nieuwsgierig naar trends en ontwikkelingen op het gebied van toerisme, internationale handel, buitenlandse investeringen, congressen, evenementen en economische ontwikkeling? Lees dan snel verder en wie weet maken we binnenkort kennis in ons mooie kantoor in het Groot Handelsgebouw, naast Rotterdam Centraal 👉 https://lnkd.in/eM-2YRsR 🔔 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁: 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁? Our Strategy, Processes & Business Intelligence team is looking for a motivated Business Intelligence Analyst. Are you analytically strong and curious about trends and developments in tourism, international trade, foreign investments, conferences, events, and economic development? Then check out our vacancy and maybe we'll meet soon in our office in GHG, next to Rotterdam Central Station! #RotterdamMakeItHappen #Vacature #JobOpportunity #BusinessIntelligence #Data 📷 Photo: Guido Pijper

💚 Rotterdam, the 2nd most sustainable city in the world! According to Arcadis, a leading consultancy and engineering firm, Rotterdam has claimed the 2nd spot globally in the Sustainable Cities Index 2024. From 100 evaluated cities, Rotterdam’s green and resilient efforts have been recognised thanks to progress achieved in key sustainability areas: planet, people and future. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/e69gs4et. #Sustainability #Resilience #Climate #Urban #Rotterdam 📷Iris Van Den Broek

🌍 Rotterdam ranks highly in international reports According to Numbeo 2024 Quality of Life Index, Rotterdam is ranked 4th worldwide. Factors such as purchasing power, safety, healthcare, climate, and cost of living were key in this evaluation: https://lnkd.in/e-s7BKbF. In addition, the IESE Business School's Cities in Motion Index 2024 highlights Rotterdam’s as a strong urban city, scoring high on economy, human capital, environment and governance. This places Rotterdam among the top cities globally for sustainable urban development: https://lnkd.in/eKBNp669. #Rotterdam #Sustainability #Innovation #QualityofLife #UrbanPlanning 📷Iris Van Den Broek