Oost NL

Venture Capital Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands ·Founded 2003

Overview

East Netherlands Development Agency (Oost NL) is a regional business development and investment agency with years of experience in helping foreign companies setting up European activities in the eastern region of the Netherlands (the provinces Gelderland and Overijssel). Our services cover four areas: Regional Development & Innovations, Foreign Investments and Venture Capital. \We maintain a wide network of regional, national and international regional business relations, knowledge institutes, intermediaries and governmental institutions. Our basic services include assisting in site selection and in finding joint-venture partners, setting up distribution centers, strategic alliances and technology transfers, consulting on government regulations, taxes, financing and subsidies and providing access to venture capital. \\Looking for an foothold in Europe? We can help you find your way.\\---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\Oost NL is de ontwikkelingsmaatschappij van Oost-Nederland. In opdracht van het ministerie van Economische Zaken en de provincies Gelderland en Overijssel versterken wij de regionale economie. We laten ondernemers in Oost-Nederland versneld innoveren, investeren en internationaliseren. We bieden ze geld en resources: kennis, relevante netwerken en persoonlijke contacten.\\We zijn actief in (cross-overs tussen) de topsectoren Agro-Food, Cleantech & Energy, High Tech, Life Sciences & Health.\\Wij streven naar de optimale balans tussen financieel en maatschappelijk rendement: duurzame groei van de regionale economie en werkgelegenheid en het oplossen van maatschappelijke uitdagingen.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative SMEs
  • Growth potential
  • Alignment with regional economic development goals
  • Innovative business models
  • Scalable growth potential
  • Commitment to sustainability and social impact

Portfolio Companies

Corvus DronesSAIA AgroboticsNefit BoschTechPOYNTING AntennasToray Advanced CompositesSumthingHealth Valley Event 2026TechHealthAccelerating Next Tech TwenteFoodFRUIT LOGISTICAE-world energy & waterTechToray Advanced CompositesTechQuiX QuantumPOYNTING AntennasRegioGreenTexAupingRobertpackWAAG

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Frequently asked questions about Oost NL

What sectors does Oost NL invest in?

Oost NL invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Telecommunications and Media, and is based in Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands. Oost NL is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Oost NL invest at?

Oost NL backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.

Which regions does Oost NL invest in?

Oost NL invests across Netherlands.

Who are the partners at Oost NL?

Team members listed for Oost NL include Fons de Zeeuw (Director International).

What companies has Oost NL invested in?

Oost NL's portfolio includes Corvus Drones, SAIA Agrobotics, Nefit Bosch, TechPOYNTING Antennas, Toray Advanced Composites, Sumthing, Health Valley Event 2026 and TechHealthAccelerating Next Tech Twente.

How do I contact Oost NL?

Oost NL's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database