A snapshot of our global impact

Europe relies heavily on quinoa imports from South America. IQF Europe is creating a new supply chain from India, connecting around 2,500 farmers in Rajasthan to European buyers. With a €200,000 DGGF working capital loan from Invest International, managed on behalf of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, IQF can finance its first quinoa imports and expand access to sustainable, affordable quinoa.

From Amsterdam to Rio to London, The Good Hotel Group has been redefining hospitality on the water for more than a decade. Now the company is taking the next step with Flotilla, a floating hotel that combines sustainable construction, social impact and Dutch innovation. The project is supported by a €5 million DTIF loan from Invest International and is currently under construction in the Netherlands by Holland Shipyards Group.

Demand for affordable, clean transport is growing rapidly across East Africa. With support from the Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF), managed on behalf of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Electric Transits Africa (ETA) is expanding its electric vehicle fleet and charging network, making electric mobility more accessible for businesses across Kenya.

Electric mobility is growing rapidly in India. As more businesses and consumers switch to electric vehicles, the need for reliable and intelligent charging infrastructure is increasing. Without sufficient charging solutions, the transition to cleaner transport cannot accelerate at the pace needed.

As demand for high-speed internet connectivity continues to grow, robust telecommunications infrastructure has become essential for economic development and digital inclusion. Dutch-Indian company GX International, a leading provider of Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) equipment, is helping meet this demand through a major investment in India. With an additional €5 million investment from the Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF), managed by Invest International on behalf of the Dutch ministry of Foreign Affairs, and support from Dutch and Indian banking partners, the company is expanding its existing assembly operations and establishing a new photonics production facility.

More than 10,000 farming families in southern India are now benefiting from regenerative cotton farming and fairer market access. With support from Invest International's Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF), Dutch-Indian social enterprise Raddis Cotton can scale its impact while supplying sustainable cotton to international brands.

The redevelopment of Tygerberg Central Hospital marks a major investment in the future of healthcare in South Africa. Through a DRIVE grant of €45 million on behalf of the Dutch government, Invest International is supporting the hospital's transformation with advanced medical equipment and oncology-specific health technology. The project will strengthen healthcare services for the Western Cape's 8.3 million residents, while potentially creating opportunities for Dutch companies in the healthcare sector or as supplier of medical technology.

The future of food is being shaped today. As global demand for protein continues to rise, innovative food technologies are needed to help build a more sustainable and efficient food system. Dutch food tech pioneer Mosa Meat is at the forefront of this transition, developing cultivated meat directly from animal cells without the need to raise livestock. To support the company's next phase of growth, Invest International is helping Mosa Meat prepare for commercial expansion in key international markets, accelerating the journey from breakthrough innovation to global impact and supermarket shelves.

95% of cashew nuts grown in Africa and consumed in Europe are shelled in Asia, leading to a polluting 12,000-kilometre detour from farm to table. Dutch startup Johnny Cashew has decided to do away with the so-called 'detour cashew' and create the world's first carbon-neutral, fair and transparent cashew chain.

For over a century, Bercomex has been at the forefront of innovation in the global flower industry. What started as a Dutch family business rooted in craftsmanship has evolved into a leading developer of advanced machinery for processing cut flowers. Today, Bercomex systems are used worldwide, helping growers and exporters improve efficiency, quality and scale. Behind this international reach lies not only engineering expertise, but also access to the right financial solutions. Export finance plays a crucial role in enabling Bercomex to bring its high-value machinery to customers across the globe.

Europe is accelerating the transition to cleaner transport, with electric trucks playing a key role. But scaling this shift depends on one critical factor: a reliable, high-capacity charging network across the continent. Milence is addressing this challenge head-on. The Dutch joint venture is building Europe’s largest public charging network for heavy-duty electric trucks. With a €25 million long-term financing commitment from Invest International, which is part of a broader €120 million package, Milence is accelerating the rollout of charging hubs along key freight corridors, helping unlock zero-emission logistics at scale.

Invest International supported Skylla Europe with a €900.000,- guarantee to facilitate a Rabobank loan for the establishment of a new production facility in Morocco. Skylla, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a market leader in innovative medical textile solutions. The expansion into Morocco marks an important step in strengthening its global footprint.

In many parts of Ghana, access to diagnostic services has been limited by distance, cost and a lack of efficient infrastructure. As a result, diseases such as tuberculosis (TB) are often detected too late. Dutch healthtech company Delft Imaging is changing this. With support from Invest International, it is bringing portable, AI-enabled X-ray technology closer to patients, strengthening healthcare systems and enabling earlier diagnosis.

Along Togo’s 56-kilometre coastline, more than two million people directly rely on the sea for their livelihoods, while critical infrastructure such as ports, roads and industrial zones drive the country’s economy. Yet this narrow stretch is increasingly exposed to erosion, flooding and rising sea levels. A new phase of coastal protection works is starting to turn that tide, strengthening the shoreline while protecting communities and economic activity for the long term, building on a combination of Dutch expertise and international financing.

What started as a demonstration farm in Uganda’s Mubende district is rapidly evolving into a scalable model for premium, regenerative coffee production. Brand Coffee Farm shows how combining technical assistance, growth finance on behalf of the Ministry for Foreign Trade & Development (DGGF) and strong local partnerships can transform both product quality and farmer livelihoods, while reshaping the global perception of Robusta coffee.

Despite the ongoing war, Dutch family business Bontrup continues to invest in agricultural production in northeastern Ukraine. With financing from Invest International, Bontrup has strengthened its operations through modern machinery, grain storage solutions and precision farming equipment, ensuring continuity of food production in one of the country’s most fragile regions.

ByBlue, a specialist in the import, distribution, and development of blueberry varieties, is revolutionizing blueberry farming in Peru. With financing from Invest International, the Dutch SME will establish a sustainable, high-tech blueberry farm in the strategically located Ica Valley to cultivate new types of blueberries.

In Kenya, access to clean drinking water from the tap remains a challenge for many residential areas. Hydrax Water, a Dutch start-up, is changing that by offering a full-service water purification solution tailored to Homeowner Associations (HOAs). With support from Invest International through the Dutch Good Growth Fund, Hydrax Water is expanding its operations and impact across the country.

As climate threats intensify across West Africa, governments face growing pressure to anticipate floods, droughts, and desertification. In response, the Niger Basin Authority is implementing a satellite-based water monitoring and flow forecasting system—leveraging Dutch expertise to use data for climate adaptation, water management, and agricultural planning.

In a world where millions of children lack access to basic educational tools, the simple act of writing can be a luxury. In Kenya, limited resources hinder literacy development, while in the Netherlands, over 3 million people face literacy challenges. Recognizing the transformative power of handwriting, Dutch social enterprise Correctbook set out to make writing accessible to all—regardless of geography or income. With support from Invest International, Correctbook is scaling its impact both locally and globally, combining innovation with inclusion.

Grid congestion and high energy costs are stalling the energy transition. Delft-based Newton Energy Solutions has developed the NEStore®—a patented thermal energy battery that stores solar power efficiently and affordably. With our financing, Newton can manufacture units in Germany and bring this Dutch innovation to market.

Pests, weeds, and diseases significantly affect African farm productivity, reducing yields by as much as 60%. Moreover, acute food insecurity was on track to reach a 10-year high in West and Central Africa by mid-2023. Iribov, a Dutch innovative partner for plant breeding and plant production companies, can help enhance the region's food security by producing disease-free vegetable plants. With our financing the company is scaling sustainable growth in Ghana.

Invest International signed a €10 million debt facility with the Organic Development Finance (ODF) Fund, marking our first private sector blended finance vehicle supported by debt. The fund supports certified organic agricultural enterprises in low-income and emerging countries, helping them access affordable financing, strengthen local supply chains, and scale their environmental and social impact.

Proeon Foods, a Dutch foodtech innovator based at Delft Biotech Campus, is scaling up the production of its plant-based protein ingredients in Pune, India. With a start-up loan from Invest International, Proeon is expanding sustainable food production while creating jobs in both the Netherlands and India.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Rotterdam, Value Maritime is a cleantech company committed to reducing emissions in the maritime industry. Its flagship innovation, the Filtree System, is a compact, plug-and-play exhaust gas cleaning solution that removes sulphur, CO₂, and ultra-fine particulate matter from ship emissions. Designed for both retrofitting and new builds, the system offers shipowners a cost-effective way to comply with increasingly stringent environmental regulations.

Rainmaker Holland, a cleantech company based in Rotterdam, is making waves with its innovative technology that produces drinking water from air or seawater using off-grid, solar-powered systems. With support from Invest International’s export financing, Rainmaker is scaling its impact to East Africa and other parts of the world.

As hospitals worldwide face growing demands, surgical teams are under pressure to work efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of care. Ensuring that every team member is well-prepared and aligned is essential, exactly what Dutch MedTech company Incision aims to support. With an equity investment of €3 million from Invest International, Incision is expanding its digital surgical training platforms to the United States, enhancing surgical performance, patient safety, and hospital efficiency in one of the world’s most advanced healthcare systems.

In Nigeria, valuable gas is usually burned off during oil production —polluting the air and wasting energy that could be used by homes for cooking and electricity. Dutch company Energy Ventures B.V. is changing that with FlareOut®, a modular and containerised gas processing system that captures this wasted gas and turns it into cleaner fuel for households. With support from Invest International, the first FlareOut® unit is set to launch, reducing harmful emissions and improving health outcomes for local communities by transforming pollution into energy access.

In Vietnam, Ba Ria-Vung Tau province and Phu My Town faced severe environmental challenges from untreated wastewater as new residential areas, industrial zones, and sea ports rapidly developed. The extra strain on local infrastructure affected the quality of life for residents and the region’s sustainable development. Invest International, in collaboration with Royal HaskoningDHV and the Ba Ria-Vung Tau Management Board of Civil and Industrial Projects, partnered to address this infrastructure challenge through the construction of the Phu My Wastewater Collection, Treatment, and Drainage System.

Jackfruit has taken its seat at the plant-based food table. This versatile fruit is quickly becoming a favourite plant-based meat substitute due to its meaty texture and rich nutritional profile. Dutch start-up Fiber Foods recognised an opportunity to innovate by dehydrating jackfruit, unlocking additional nutritional and production efficiency benefits compared to fresh jackfruit. With a loan from the Dutch Good Growth Fund, they will set-up their own dehydrated jackfruit processing facility in Uganda.

Green hydrogen is essential for a carbon-neutral future, but early-stage financing is often a barrier to progress. To accelerate the global energy transition, Invest International is backing Madoqua for a pioneering green hydrogen and ammonia plant in Sines, Portugal. With an initial investment of €1 million, we are driving the project’s design phase, facilitating commercial agreements, and advancing strategic planning. This investment not only supports sustainable energy solutions but also reinforces our commitment to innovative climate action.

Dutch company Econowind will make shipping sailing again with their VentoFoils, innovative steel sails inspired by aviation technology. Meant for wind-assisted ship propulsion, helping to propel a variety of coastal vessels. After producing smaller VentoFoils for coastal shipping, they now introduce the XL model aiming to expand into the deep-sea shipping market, strengthening its position as a global leader in sustainable maritime technology. Development capital from Invest International will support the design, development, and construction of two VentoFoil XL prototypes.

Invest International supports Dutch insect protein pioneer Protix with a €1 million development loan to explore the feasibility of building, together with local partners, a circular insect protein facility in South Korea. This project will convert food waste into feed for larvae of the black soldier fly which are then processed into sustainable animal feed ingredients, advancing both alternative proteins and the circular economy. 

For decades, MEAF Machines has been at the forefront of innovation in the plastics industry, delivering cutting-edge extrusion lines for thermoformable film and sheet. As a family-owned business founded in 1947, MEAF has grown into a global specialist, supplying energy-efficient, multi-purpose machines that reduce both costs and environmental impact. With 90% of its machines destined for international markets, export financing through Invest International plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless transactions. Benefiting both MEAF and its customers worldwide.

Invest International, through its Start-up and Scale-up team, is supporting Schouten’s expansion into India with an investment in Tempeh Today, a pioneering initiative to introduce tempeh to the Indian market. With India’s 200-million-strong vegetarian population, tempeh offers a sustainable, high-protein alternative that aligns with the country’s growing demand for plant-based foods.

This initiative enhanced diagnostic capabilities in 34 Tanzanian hospitals, significantly improving healthcare services across the country. Partnering with Philips Medical Systems, AMPC International Health Consultants, and the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, Invest International helped finance this initiative. Addressing infrastructure gaps, training, and maintenance, this co-financed project keeps hospitals operational and effective, demonstrating the power of international collaboration.

Invest International is proud to support Dutch SME Suncom Energy in revolutionizing industrial energy consumption with sustainable, reliable clean heat solutions. By harnessing cutting-edge solar technology, Suncom is enabling industries to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace green energy alternatives.

Invest International is proud to support Dutch SME Colubris Cleantech in a pilot project to advance innovative protein recovery technology aimed at transforming waste into valuable resources. With over 40 years of expertise in water, waste recycling, and bioresource solutions, Colubris is leveraging its experience to reduce pollution and promote sustainability in Southeast Asia's cassava-starch processing industry.

Peel Pioneers, a Dutch biotech company founded in 2017, is transforming citrus waste into high-value products, including ingredients that support the growing alternative protein sector. With Invest International's support of €850,000, the company will conduct a feasibility study to expand operations by building a new circular processing plant in Spain. This expansion will help Peel Pioneers double its production capacity, contributing to a more circular future.

Invest International, through the Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF), is supporting HatchTech Group with an €8.5 million loan to expand its production facility in Ukraine. This expansion will enhance HatchTech’s ability to deliver cutting-edge, animal-friendly hatchery solutions while promoting sustainable food production worldwide and creating significant local economic opportunities.

Export finance provides tailored financial solutions that support healthy cash flow and enable Dutch exporters to expand internationally. Van den Heuvel Dairy & Food Equipment, a Dutch company supplying production lines for the dairy and liquid food processing industry, recently demonstrated this by using export finance to support an overseas project in Gambia.

The Beira General Hospital, the most advanced healthcare facility in Mozambique, now serves over 770,000 residents of Beira and neighboring districts. Opened on August 30, 2024, by President Nyusi, the hospital is a significant leap forward in the country's healthcare system, with 300 beds, modern equipment, and a team of 390 skilled professionals. It enhances Mozambique’s Primary Health Care strategy by acting as the first referral point for basic health centers, playing a vital role in improving care for the region’s population.

Invest International partnered with The Seaweed Company (TSC) to boost sustainable seaweed production with a €500,000 investment. This funding supported a feasibility study for using cultivated seaweed extracts in biostimulants, establishing TSC as the European leader in sustainable seaweed processing. The initiative resulted in significant environmental benefits and job creation in Ireland and the Netherlands.

Around 486 million people across Africa lack reliable, affordable access to high-quality essential goods and services. Dutch impact investing firm Goodwell focuses on inclusive growth in sectors that provide such goods and services and create income-generation opportunities for underserved communities.

In emerging markets such as Kenya, kiosks and small shops play a pivotal role in the economy. However, access to financing poses a significant challenge for these small entrepreneurs. Fintech start-up Sevi addresses this gap by providing innovative software to funds and banks in order for these entrepreneurs to purchase inventory on credit. To scale-up Sevi’s high-end API software solution, we co-financed a start-up loan.

Dar es Salaam, the largest city in Tanzania and commercial port on the Indian Ocean coast, faces increasing vulnerability to river flash flooding. This is primarily due to extreme rainfall in relation to climate change, and rapid and largely uncontrolled urban growth. To address this, a DRIVE-project between Invest International, the Government of Tanzania and the World Bank – aims to mitigate the negative impacts of flooding on both the population and assets in the lower Msimbazi basin area.

According to the World Health Organisation, 90 per cent of essential interventions for universal health coverage can be delivered using primary health care. Dutch social enterprise Healthy Entrepreneurs embraces this approach by providing business opportunities for community health workers to improve healthcare in hard-to-reach rural communities.

Addressing challenges faced by smallholder farmers, The Coffee Quest pioneers sustainable supply chains across 10 coffee-producing countries. Focused on overcoming market barriers and environmental impacts, they strive to empower farmers and mitigate climate change by fostering resilient practices and equitable access to resources and knowledge.

Invest International provided a 45 million euros loan to GZT Healthcare Investment B.V., a Rönesans Holding subsidiary, in connection with the new Gaziantep City Hospital, a public-private partnership in Türkiye. The project comprises of design, construction, facility management and provision of non-medical support services of a part of an integrated healthcare campus in the city of Gaziantep. It will increase regional universal health coverage and access to primary healthcare services.

15 million people live with diabetes and impaired glucose tolerance in Nigeria. The majority lack access to high-quality care due to a shortage of healthcare workers and poor primary care infrastructure. Through data and telemedicine technologies, Platos Health has developed a virtual care platform for holistic chronic disease care. DGGF pre-investment support helped validate their business model.

Agricultural production accounts for 25% to 33% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Switching to plant-based diets in high-income nations would slash these emissions by 61%. Dutch company Phycom aims to contribute to the protein transition by providing a sustainable option: microalgae for people and animals.

Kumasi utilizes cacao fruit overlooked by the chocolate industry to craft sweet soft drinks, reducing waste. Farmers in Ghana and Ivory Coast benefit, gaining 30 percent more income per kilogram. DGGF start-up pre-financing helped the company in their growth path.

A €27 million loan to leading Ukrainian construction material company Kovalska Group supports the import of Aircrete Europe’s sustainable autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) block production technology from the Netherlands to Ukraine. Thereby contributing to the ongoing reconstruction efforts in Ukraine.

The world's population would need 1.7 Earths to support its demands on renewable natural resources. To help restore the planet's balance and combat climate change, Dutch start-up Kelp Blue has created a scalable, nature-based solution: developing, cultivating and processing the yields of giant kelp forests.

Two billion people still lack access to affordable, quality medicines. Dutch SME i+solutions believes that every person in the world deserves access to proper medication and medical supplies. The company wants to use the XS2MEDS solution to make quality drugs available to end users by delivery via private last-mile operators.

The 26-year conflict concluded in 2009 has damaged essential public infrastructure, including hospitals that need redevelopment or modernisation. VAMED Netherlands, a leading integrated hospital and healthcare provider, has built and equipped four hospitals to help the Northern Province better serve more communities among its 1.25 million inhabitants.

As South Africa's ongoing energy crisis leads to daily outages, the country's 2.500 hours of yearly sunshine offer many opportunities for solar energy to relieve grid pressure. South African company GX Energi aims to source Dutch partner Energyra's semi-fabricated solar panels, assemble them locally, and install them in large-scale projects.

In 2021, people in the EU generated an average of 35.9 kg of plastic packaging waste per person. Of this, 14.2 kg were recycled — a little under 40%. Dutch SME Envipco, a leading manufacturer of reverse vending machines and recycling systems for beverage containers, can help Europe substantially increase its recycling rate.

The destructive power of Cyclone Idai hit the Mozambican port city of Beira in 2019. Reconstruction made it clear that better coastal protection and resilience to extreme climate events is more urgent than ever. A partnership between Invest International, the Mozambican government, the World Bank and the KfW Development Bank is making real progress towards protecting the coast and thus the 600,000 people living in the city.

The densely populated port city of Conakry, capital of Guinea in West-Africa, lies between estuaries and ravines. These natural barriers isolate districts from one another and make travelling to work time-consuming and public facilities like hospitals difficult to access. The construction of five steel bridges and 12 kilometres of road surface will change this.

With plastics accounting for over 80% of marine litter, sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging are more needed than ever. Enter Dutch company PaperFoam's 100% biologically degradable solution, a paper-like material with a foamy texture made from three natural ingredients: starch, fibres, and water.

Madagascar's recent climate change-caused drought reduced agricultural production, placing about 1 million people in food insecurity. Dutch SME Arnold Suhr, a leading trader in raw materials for the food and pharmaceutical industries, is working towards sustainable quinine production that helps farmers diversify their income and improve resilience to extreme weather.

The production of a single pair of jeans requires about 7.600 litres of water. Dutch company Wiser Globe has created Wiser Wash, an innovative denim washing technique that applies electrified ozone gas and laser to ensure more sustainable denim, lower ecological and water footprints, and a shorter production cycle.

In the Upper East Region of Ghana the drinking water supply has not been up to standard for years. The Tono Drinking Water project, a partnership between the Dutch and Ghanaian governments, supported through Invest International, and executed by engineering company Denys, has changed this.

Africa needs 700 data centres by 2030 to meet the growing demand for digital data and ensure the fast and reliable internet that attracts and creates jobs. Dutch company PAIX (Pan African Internet Exchange Data Centres) brings state-of-the-art cloud and carrier-neutral data centres to the continent, contributing to Africa's digital economy.

South Africa's ongoing energy crisis leads to daily outages, often totalling 12 hours, putting enormous pressure on the country's food security. As a result, farmers are increasingly turning to renewable energy sources, such as solar power. Among them is the Dutch company WelMac, a pioneer in large-scale sustainable macadamia production.