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Sector overview for Groningen, Friesland and Drenthe
Sectors across the North differ greatly, yet they all operate within the same wider regional developments. Below, you’ll find an outline of these overall trends and then links to explore each sector in more detail.
General trends across all sectors in the North
The Northern Netherlands focuses on four major transitions. These shifts are creating innovative companies and new opportunities.
4 key transitions shaping the North
- From a linear to a circular economy;
- From fossil to renewable energy;
- From healthcare to (positive) health;
- From analogue to digital
You will find that innovative companies and projects that operate in these transitions are more international-friendly. We need diverse teams and the best possible talent to solve the challenges these transitions offer.
Top sectors of Groningen, Friesland and Drenthe
What does your sector look like in the North?
Understanding what your industry looks like in the North will greatly influence your job hunt strategy.
Find your sector below to learn:
- What does your industry look like?
- Which (networking) organizations does this industry have?
- What opportunities and companies are in this sector?
All industries in the North
Business associations
Once you have a little bit of Dutch in your pocket, it's a great idea to attend industry events. You'll find many Dutch networking events through
- business associations (bedrijvenverenigingen)
- sector associations (brancheverenigingen)
