Singapore, Dutch semiconductor groups sign pact to expand market access

The deal clears a path for Singapore firms to open operations inside the Netherlands.

The Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA) and the Netherlands' Brabant Development Agency (BOM) have formalised cooperation to open new market opportunities across their semiconductor ecosystems.

Through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), both organisations will focus on Dutch advanced manufacturing companies and suppliers in Singapore.

The agreement also covers support for Singapore companies looking to establish operations in the Netherlands.

They will support companies and knowledge institutions in both countries in exploring partnerships in business, technology, innovation, and supply chains.

Key areas include identifying company needs and matching businesses with potential partners, followed by technical assessments and supplier qualification.

The move comes as Dutch high-tech companies seek more resilient supply chains and stronger customer connections across Asia, said Daan de Cloe, Managing Director, Foreign Investment and International Trade, BOM.

SSIA and BOM will also look at partnerships and exchanges involving universities, innovation centres, and industry for developing technologies to address global and societal challenges.

The MoU was signed at the SSIA Summit 2026.

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