The document provides an overview of Twente, highlighting its geographical and economic features, key sectors, and vibrant community. It discusses the support services available for expats through the Expat Center Twente, aimed at facilitating the integration of international migrants into the region. Additionally, it emphasizes Twente's role as a hub for innovation, education, and business opportunities, particularly in high-tech systems and materials.

1. Twente

2. Twente
Almelo
De-Lutte-
Losser
Borne
Enschede
Hengelo
Haaksbergen
Hellendoorn-
Nijverdal
Hof Van Twente
Oldenzaal
Ootmarsum Dinkelland
Rijssen-Holten
Tubbergen
Twenterand
Wierden-Enter
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3. France
Germany
U.K.
Twente Connections
Multimodal transport hub
Road: A1 (Amsterdam to Eastern Europe /Scandinavia)
Rail: Berlin-line (Amsterdam to Berlin)
Water: Direct link to Rotterdam Seaport
Air: Airport Twente (in transition to civil use)

4. Life in Twente
Thriving and Spacious
Population
625.000 inhabitants
Geography
Urban centres, industrial zones, rural municipalities
Economy
• Key sectors/branches: High Tech Systems & Materials
(HTSM), Energy, Water, Transport & Logsitcs and Tourism
• 45.000 companies, 280.000 jobs

5. Living & Leisure
Twente, National park of the Netherlands
Culture: Netherlands Symphony Orchestra , Various poppodia, Festivals,
Museums
Sports: FC Twente, FBK Games, Military Boekelo, Enschede Marathon
Leisure: Golf, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Biking, Shopping, Skating,
Football, Tennis
Top healthcare & wellness
Traditions: Klootschieten, Food, Festivals, architecture, Typical dress
Tourism: Landgoed van Nederland 3,4 Mln Dutch overnight stays
Life in Twente
Thriving and Spacious

6. Life in Twente
Thriving and Spacious
Art &
Culture
Tourism
Sport &
Leisure
Traditions & Festivals
Health care

7. Knowledge & Innovation Drivers
• Kennispark Twente: #1 national campus
• 50.000 students
• Thales, Mesa+ Nanolab
• Triple Helix arrangements
• Business Associations: IDC, TKT, IKT, WTC Twente
Entrepreneurial region
• University valorisation (UT, Saxion)
• 3500+ business start-ups per year
• 26,6% innovative companies
Innovative region
•Kennispark Twente: regional program of € 150 mlo
•Main clusters: High-tech Systems & Materials (HTSM), Energy,
Water, Transport & Logistics and tourism
•R&D intensity per employee € 450 (national average € 290)
•100+ patents in last 5 years
Innovation in Twente
High Tech Concepts for better Living

8. Work in Twente
Lot’s of opportunities
Job Portal:

9. World Trade Center Twente
International Job Fair 14 September 2013
Your Gateway to the World of International Business

10. The key services include:
* WTC Business Club: meeting point for international business
* Trade Information Services: matching of worldwide supply & demand with
Euregional supply & demand
* Trade Education Services: practical workshops, seminars and training of
international business developments
* Group Trade Missions: incoming and outgoing trade missions
* Business Services: various commercial activities such as renting of offices,
conference facilities
* Expat Center: provide services – highly skilled migrants/expats

11. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Expat Center Twente
“The Expat Center Twente is a central point for expats living
and working in the Twente Region. Our mission is to promote
and support international companies and highly skilled
migrants, scientific researchers, EU citizens and their
families. We aim to realise a fast and smooth introduction of
expats and their families into the Twente region by providing
comprehensive information about services and activities in the
region. Our services are available to every international living in
the Twente Region.”

12. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Initiative of the World Trade Center
Supported by the municipalities of
Almelo, Borne, Enschede, Hengelo & Oldenzaal
Provide services highly skilled migrants
Located at the WTC Offices in Hengelo
Expat Center Twente
In Summary: They are here to help you!

13. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The Expat Center Services
Before
An up to date Website http://www.wtctwente.eu/nl/Expat-Center
Information about Twente region
Assistance in finding a place to live
Assistance in applying for a residence permit
Provide information -prepare you for life in the Netherlands!
The Expat Center Twente aims to provide

14. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The Expat Center Twente Services
I have arrived!
Support in registering at the municipal
Assistance in arranging health insurance
Assistance in opening a bank account
Information about tax and the 30 % ruling
Advice on running a household (electricity, gas, tv/internet subscriptions)
The Expat Center Twente aims to provide

15. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The Expat Center Twente Services
Living
Arranging language courses & cultural training
Organising social events
Providing information for partner employment
Offering other services through specialized partner network
Keeping you up to date through the ECT newsletter
The Expat Center Twente can assist by

16. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The Expat Center Services Summary
Before
I have arrived!
Living
Information
Assistance
Support
Advice
Arranging
Organising
Offering
Keeping you up to date
Making your stay in the Twente region a pleasant one!!

17. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Taking the plunge...
the challenges facing an expat

18. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
South Africa to the Netherlands
My Story

19. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
South Africa
Cycling… a sport!
Population size
50 million
11 Official Languages
Wildlife
Interesting Facts
Sport
9 Provinces
Biltong Potjie Kos
Braai
Cuisine
Lots of Sunshine

20. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Taken the plungeMade the tough decisions
Packed up your bags
Said your Goodbyes
You have arrived
And now…

21. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
I have ARRIVED!!
Excitement
Exploring
REALITY!

22. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
You are here...

23. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
I have ARRIVED-reality check!!
“Where is my nearest grocery store?”
“What, you don’t take credit card?!”
“Register at the gemeente-what is that?!”
“Cycle to work - seriously?!”
“Do I have to register at the IND?!”
“Where am I ever going to meet people?!”
“I need to find an English doctor?!”
“That’s 10 rand, I mean 10 Euros…”

24. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
How the Expat center Twente helped me
• Application procedure
• Understanding requirements
Newsletter
Sport
Driving school
LEARN

25. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Educam
Corporate Partners

26. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Job Opportunities in Twente

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Website: http://www.wtctwente.eu/nl/Expat-Center
Email: info@expatcentertwente.com
Tel: +31 (0)74 250 33 25
Visit: Spoorstraat 114, 7551 CA Hengelo
(Office Hours 9h00-12h30)
Contact us
Sign up for our newsletter!!

28. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The World Trade Center Energy Group
Mission and vision
MISSION
Putting the Energy Cluster Twente on the map
VISION
Due to the distinctive character of its innovative products and
services the cluster generates more business, increases the
quality of turnover and contributes to a greater degree to a
more sustainable world.

29. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The World Trade Center Energy Group

30. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
The World Trade Center Energy Group
Job Opportunities

31. YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
Questions, Fragen, вопрос, kérdés, kysymys?

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN THE EUREGIO
More information?
World Trade Center Twente
Freerk Faber MA, director
Spoorstraat 114
7551 CA HENGELO
Tel. +31 (0)74 2915604
f.faber@wtctwente.eu
www.wtctwente.eu