Eva Blom, handelsattaché på Nederländernas ambassad i Sverige
Nordbygg 2024 will host a large number of international pavilions
2023-09-13
Nordbygg is growing as a platform for international actors looking to showcase themselves to the Nordic construction market. The interest in the 2024 fair is significant, and more nations than ever before have booked their own exhibition spaces.
Those who have visited Hall C during Nordbygg have likely noticed the national booths where construction actors from different countries have the opportunity to showcase themselves, often with the country's chambers of commerce and embassies as coordinating partners.
For the upcoming Nordbygg, more countries than ever before have decided to organize their own national booths. Among the countries that have already booked their spots for the 2024 fair are the Czech Republic, Turkey, Finland, Bavaria, Estonia, and Latvia. Poland is investing in a large booth, and Denmark is returning for the first time since 2012.
– The turnout is already significant, but we know that even more nations are on the way. Thanks to this, we are now looking forward to even more international inspiration than before, says Lina Hann, Project Manager for Nordbygg.
In cooperation with Invest Stockholm, a special program with a clear international focus will be held on Tuesday. International guests will also have networking opportunities.
The Netherlands is another country returning with its own booth at the 2024 fair.
– In 2018, it was the first time we, as an embassy, brought companies to the fair, but only as visitors. Now we see how Nordbygg continues to be a significant meeting place in a country where the construction industry is developing despite an economic downturn. This makes it attractive for us to continue our efforts to be present. We look forward to making contacts and finding inspiration, explains Eva Blom, Trade Attaché at the Netherlands Embassy in Sweden.
The Netherlands is making a substantial effort to showcase its expertise in sustainable building and energy systems.
– We want to help Dutch companies seeking contacts and wishing to establish themselves in the Nordic region. The great benefit of being present is that they are provided with a platform to effectively reach the Nordic market, says Eva Blom.
She also notes that there has been significant development regarding international presence.
– We are recreating the successful concept from 2022. Just like last time, we will have a business lounge. It serves as a meeting place between Dutch companies and the Nordic market. The goal is to raise awareness of the innovation richness in sustainable solutions coming from the Netherlands, and Nordbygg is an excellent place for that!