The Digital Infrastructure is Inextricably Linked to Our Economy. It is an essential foundation for our digitized society. The Dutch digital infrastructure is secure, reliable, high-quality, and accessible, ranking among the best in the world. Fiber optic networks, subsea cables, internet exchanges, cloud and hosting providers, and data centers are critical to our current and future economic potential.
The Netherlands is a magnet for tech companies, partly due to the high concentration of data centers, and is known as the “Digital Gateway to Europe.” To continue capitalizing on the opportunities of digitalization and strengthen its position as a digital hub, the Netherlands must further enhance its digital infrastructure through innovation and investments. The sustainable growth of the Dutch data center sector is crucial for the country’s impact on developments in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, life sciences, and more.
To fully capitalize on the opportunities of digitalization, a robust Dutch data center sector is of great national importance. The sustainable growth of Dutch data centers is only achievable through an integrated policy from the national government. Coordinate and stimulate national growth opportunities for the sector’s development. Fully integrate data centers and other digital infrastructure elements, such as fiber optics, into spatial planning, zoning, and energy strategies.
A favorable investment climate requires a well-considered, balanced, and government-wide long-term policy. Invest in technical and digital education, encourage R&D, and promote the free movement of people. Ensure that the Netherlands remains competitive in terms of digital infrastructure legislation and operating costs, such as energy prices and taxes.
The lack of new submarine cables in the Netherlands threatens our position as a data hub. Without new connections, the Netherlands risks being sidelined in the global digital economy. It is crucial for the national government to develop policies and actively work to make the Netherlands an attractive destination for intercontinental connectivity.
Blijf op de hoogte van het laatste datacenter nieuws
