Netherlands
General Overview
| Population: | 16,491,461 (July 2006 est.) |
| GDP (purchasing power parity): | US$499.8 billion (2005 est.) |
| GDP per capita: | US$30,500 (2005 est.) |
| GDP (real growth rate): | 1.1% (2005 est.) |
| Industries: | agroindustries, metal and engineering products, electrical machinery and equipment, chemicals, petroleum, construction, microelectronics, fishing |
| Imports: | US$326.6 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) |
| Import commodities: | machinery and transport equipment, chemicals, fuels; foodstuffs, clothing |
| Exports: | US$365.1 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) |
| Export commodities: | machinery and equipment, chemicals, fuels; foodstuffs |
| Alberta's export to the Netherlands: | CAN$207 million (2005) |
| Alberta's main exports to the Netherlands: | primary metal products, wheat, woodpulp, machinery and agricultural and transportation equipment |
| Canada's main exports to the Netherlands: | primary metal products heavy petroleum oil, coal, woodpulp, telecommunication equipment, scientific and technical equipment |
For detailed information about the Netherlands, the following websites provide economic, political and historical information:
- CIA World Factbook
- Energy Information Administration, U.S. Department of Energy
Export Statistics
For detailed statistical information on Alberta and Canadian exports to the Netherlands, consult the following statistical publications and databases:
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Alberta's International Trade Review
An analysis of Alberta's international exports of goods and services. Published by Alberta Employment, Immigration & Industry. -
Trade Data Online
Customized reports on Canada's trade with over 200 countries.
Alberta-Netherlands Relations
The Netherlands and Alberta have significant bilateral investments. Dutch companies such as Anglo-Dutch Shell and Harimex have investments in the energy and agri-food industry.
- World Relations
Alberta International and Intergovernmental Relations summary of Alberta's relationship with the Netherlands.
Sector Opportunities
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Information and Communications Technologies (ICT)
Due to its significant manufacturing and services base, it offers opportunities for Alberta wireless and software companies interested in the enterprise market in areas such as wireless broadband and software for business processes or industrial controls/automation.
Resources
Canada
- Agriculture and Agri-food Canada: Agri -Food Trade Service
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency - Exporting to the Netherlands
- Government of Canada - Europa
Netherlands
Alberta International, Intergovernmental & Aboriginal Relations Contacts
For customized export facilitation, contact our sector officers for Europe:
- Heli Carswell, Team Leader, North America & Europe, Advanced Industries: ICT and Health & Bio Industries
- Betty Jandewerth, Trade Development Officer, Advanced Industries: Aerospace, Building Products
Other Contacts:
Date Updated: Jun 19, 2007
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