Food and Food Processing in Brabant

The Netherlands has a strong tradition in the food industry with multinationals such as Heineken and Unilever leading the way. The province of Brabant continues this tradition with a cluster of companies which accommodates every link in the food value chain:

primary food production
processing companies
major processing equipment manufacturers
logistics companies specialized in transport, distribution & warehousing

Processing and Logistics
Brabant has an ideal strategic location for the processing and distribution of fresh (perishable) goods offering:

top-rate logistics infrastructure
large customer base within half a day's reach
access to key ports and airports

Research & Development and Knowledge Institutes
An extensive knowledge and education infrastructure has developed in Brabant specialized in food and food processing, creating the ideal environment for research activities:

Technical University Eindhoven (TU/e)
multiple knowledge institutes for high tech manufacturing
Wageningen University
institutes with a strong focus on nutrition
secondary and higher agricultural education taught throughout the province

Industry Partners
Collaboration is a key factor in successful innovation. Brabant actively encourages cooperation between academia, specialist research institutions and industry. Food and food processing companies in Brabant have access to a considerable network of specialist industry partners.

Business Environment
Brabant's prominent position as a location for the food and food processing industry is confirmed by the presence of global industry players such as: