Companies active in High Tech Systems and Materials (HTSM), with a specific focus on semiconductors, can participate in an economic mission to Switzerland. Our chairman Peter Stolk is the delegation leader. The mission takes place under ministerial guidance and offers a strategic opportunity to strengthen international ambitions and explore new market opportunities within the Swiss high-tech ecosystem.

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For whom

This mission is open to Dutch companies (including start-ups and scale-ups) and knowledge institutions active in High Tech Systems and Materials, looking for collaboration partners and/or OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) in Switzerland. Ministerial representation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be present. A delegation from VNO-NCW will also participate.

Participation and costs

Participation costs €950 per organisation (maximum of 2 people). This includes:

• participation in collective programme components;
• matchmaking via a digital platform;
• local support and transport (as part of the mission programme).

Travel and accommodation expenses, as well as personal transfers, are not included.

Registration

Deadline for registration: Friday 11 July 2025
Note: each participant must register individually. Participation is subject to confirmation after the application period closes.

Why participate?

Switzerland has a strong semiconductor and microelectronics design industry focused on niche markets. It also hosts a large and highly active research community engaged in chip design. This mission offers high tech organisations significant opportunities to:

• expand their network in Switzerland;
• hold 1-on-1 meetings with relevant stakeholders via matchmaking;
• strengthen their presence in the European market;
• sign MoUs or letters of intent under ministerial guidance.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Participants are expected to adhere to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct.

Full information and the possibility to register for the mission can be found on the website of the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO):

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