The East Netherlands Development Agency (Oost NL) supports you as an entrepreneur (interested) in our region. Whether you’re considering locating to the East of the Netherlands or have existing operations here, Oost NL assists you at every stage with free and confidential services. We are committed to help you to grow your business.

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With more than 20 years of engineering excellence, POYNTING designs and manufactures antennas that enable enhanced wireless communication across multiple sectors such as Mobility, Maritime, FWA, IoT, and Mining &amp; Tunnelling, as well as a wide and continuously expanding range of other applications.
Its solutions combine advanced electromagnetic technology with smart mechanical design to deliver superior connectivity, even in the most challenging environments. Beyond Africa, the company has local teams in the US, Europe, and the APAC region, reinforcing its global presence.
<h2>Strategic location for innovation</h2>
The new Nijmegen branch will serve as POYNTING&rsquo;s international sales hub and as a center for research and development in Europe. The region&rsquo;s strong RF and high-tech ecosystem offers access to research institutions, skilled talent, and leading companies in wireless and sensor technologies.
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Nijmegen offers exactly the environment we were looking for. It combines strong technical expertise, an active innovation network, and a great quality of life for our employees.
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&ldquo;Nijmegen offers exactly the environment we were looking for,&rdquo; said Margot Fourie, Operations Manager at Poynting B.V. &nbsp;&ldquo;It combines strong technical expertise, an active innovation network, and a great quality of life for our employees. Being part of the broader RF tech community helps us collaborate, innovate, and grow together.&rdquo;
<h2>Regional support for a strong start</h2>
The company already collaborates with logistics partner MIDL in Nijmegen, which played an important role in connecting POYNTING to the local ecosystem. By positioning itself within this strong RF technology cluster, POYNTING is ready to innovate together with regional partners and research institutions.
Oost NL first connected with POYNTING in 2022, together with the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA). &ldquo;We supported the company by conducting a comparative analysis of the Netherlands and neighbouring countries, providing detailed insights into the business climate, logistics, and quality of life,&rdquo; says Bram Geertsma, Advisor Tech &amp; Energy at Oost NL. &ldquo;Ultimately this resulted in POYNTING&rsquo;s choice for the Netherlands.&rdquo;
Fourie explains: &ldquo;Oost NL and the NFIA provided us with advice that sped up the process of our European expansion. Oost NL then further helped us with a loan for our Dutch entity to make a strong start in Nijmegen. Their aid has been immensely valuable for us.&rdquo;
<h2>Connecting to a vibrant ecosystem</h2>
East Netherlands offers POYNTING a thriving technological ecosystem with direct access to research institutions, skilled talent, and leading companies in wireless and sensor technologies. As part of the ecosystem, POYNTING benefits from close proximity to organizations such as HighTechNL, RF Knowledge Lab, and Briskr. Welcome Center Food Valley supported POYNTING&rsquo;s employees with their search for suitable housing.
&ldquo;Companies like POYNTING strengthen the regional ecosystem. Their presence creates high-value R&amp;D jobs and new collaboration opportunities for existing companies in the same branch. We&rsquo;re very happy with POYNTING&rsquo;s choice for the Netherlands,&rdquo; concludes Geertsma.
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In October 2025, POYNTING Antennas, a global leader in high-performance antenna technology, opened a new branch in Nijmegen, East Netherlands. This marks a major step in the company’s international growth strategy and introduces its first R&D division outside South Africa.

POYNTING Antennas strengthens Europe’s connectivity innovation with new branch in Nijmegen 

The award, presented by the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) and the Dutch-Japanese Trade Federation (DUJAT), is a special recognition for Japanese companies that contribute sustainably to the Dutch economy, society, and the partnership between Japan and the Netherlands.&nbsp;The award was presented by Hilde van der Meer, Commissioner of the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA).
Toray Advanced Composites is a global leader in advanced materials, including fibers, textiles, resins, films and carbon fiber composites. These materials are used in aerospace, satellite and communication systems, space exploration, high-performance automotive, motorsport and various industrial applications. Through its CCS business unit, Toray also supports tooling, adhesives and composite parts.
Since the acquisition of TenCate Advanced Composites in 2018 by Japan&rsquo;s Toray Group Nijverdal has become a pivotal location for high-value composite production. More than 170 employees work daily on advanced materials, polymer chemistry, engineering and production, making a direct contribution to the regional economy.
With the launch of the EU Technical Center in 2020 and the establishment of the Composite Materials Research Laboratory in 2021, Nijverdal has grown into a key hub for R&amp;D and high-tech manufacturing. Toray collaborates closely with regional knowledge partners such as the University of Twente, the ThermoPlastic composites Research Center (TPRC), Fraunhofer and NLR, further strengthening the innovation ecosystem and international position of the East Netherlands region.
Toray also places a strong emphasis on sustainability. The introduction of its Life Cycle Assessment program enables customers to accurately measure the CO₂ footprint of thermoplastic composites in line with strict ISO standards. This is an important step toward cleaner mobility in aviation and transport.
Oost NL congratulates Toray on this well-deserved recognition: a powerful acknowledgment of a company that successfully brings together innovation, sustainability, regional development and international collaboration.&nbsp;

Toray Advanced Composites in Nijverdal has won the Deshima Netherlands Award 2025 in the well-established company category. 

Toray Advanced Composites in Nijverdal wins Deshima Netherlands Award 2025

Twente stands at the heart of one of Europe’s most dynamic deep-tech regions, where breakthrough technologies move rapidly from concept to real-world application. A place where innovation is purpose-driven and focused on improving wellbeing, safety, and health. To showcase this innovative ecosystem to international entrepreneurs, Oost NL and Twente Board have jointly developed the new booklet Accelerate Next Tech.

Accelerating Next Tech Twente: Where purpose-driven innovation shapes the future

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What can Oost NL do for me?

Where can I establish in East Netherlands?

Why East Netherlands?

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Quality of life

Why East Netherlands?

How to set up a business in the Netherlands?

Quality of life

Setting up your business in East Netherlands

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The key industries of our region

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Tech

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POYNTING Antennas strengthens Europe’s connectivity innovation with new branch in Nijmegen

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Accelerating Next Tech Twente: Where purpose-driven innovation shapes the future

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