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Professional Electronic Dance Music Concept in Indonesia MBFH (Miami Beach Flamingo Hunters) is an event organization with the focus on the organization of festivals. The company was established in 2004 in The Netherlands. In Southeast Asia begins Electronic Dance Music (EDM) to become increasingly popular. MBFH has set itself the objective of the high-quality EDM concepts that can also be produced to introduce in Asia (both in terms of music, decor and perception of safety and precautions). Through a demonstration project aims to demonstrate that such a concept can be perfectly applied to the Indonesian market. The aim of the project is to demonstrate the added value of Dutch knowledge and expertise on EDM concept management.
Chain Strategies Egypt This project aims to develop strategies for individual food chains that indicate how the production and marketing of specific agricultural products can be linked to each other.This project aims to contribute to:•	the increase food security;•	economic growth and political stability;•	improving efficient use of water.
Environmental Inspection Ukrainian Ports This project aims to analyze the environmental inspection practices of incoming and outgoing seagoing vessels in several Ukrainian harbours. Based on the analysis, recommendations for improvement will be provided. These recommendations will focus on the impact of these practices on water quality by the MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships) legislation.
Scaling due diligence in textiles: environmental impact Many fashion companies in the Netherlands have outsourced their production to countries outside of Europe. There are production countries where human rights, worker health and safety, environmental protection and animal rights may be at risk. Most garments exist of multiple materials that have had several treatments by different suppliers. This makes garment supply chains diverse and complex.Dutch companies are obliged to avoid these risks under international guidelines and agreements such as the United Nations’ Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the OECD’s Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and the ILO’s fundamental labour standards.In this project we will work conform the 6 steps within the OECD / Dutch Agreement on Sustainable Garment & Textile (AGT) due diligence cycle.1 Embed responsible business conduct into policies and management systems2 Identify & assess adverse impacts3 Cease prevent and mitigate4 Track implementation and results5 Communication6 Provide for or cooperate in remediation when appropriateA scalable tools for garment and textile companies to assess risks and measure the environmental impact, focussing on wet processing suppliers and material use will be developed.The project will foucus the product and supplier(s) where the most severe risks appear.
Dutch Ecosystem Initiative Ecosystem Meet Up The Diplomatic Mission of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Chad formally initiated the Ecosystem Meet-Up in Ndjamena and Moundou: an inspiring platform where entrepreneurs are equipped with skills in order to start new businesses, scale up and create jobs. Simultaneously it will be a platform where local entrepreneurs can exchange, discuss, mutually learn and make use of the Ecosystem Meet-up network and become part of a vibrant community.This projects entails organizing monthly meetings for the networks of entrepreneurs in N’Djamena and Moundou, as well as exchange events between the two networks, aiming to strengthen the Chadian entrepreneurial ecosystems, and to facilitate exchange and cooperation between the stakeholders. Aim is to connect these stakeholders and formulate follow-up projects with insights gained from these Dutch ecosystem initiative events.
Incoming Trade Mission Agro Food from the Democratic Republic of the Congo This project aims to expose Congolese businesses in the agro-food sector to knowledge and products offered by Dutch businesses and knowledge institutions.
Jokkolabs Training Local & Logistics This train-the-trainer programme (ToT) aims to improve the capacity of a selection of trainers from the service provider Jokkolabs to deliver incubation- and business development programmes for (young) innovative entrepreneurs. Jokkolabs is a pan-African, non-profit initiative with hubs in 9 West-African countries. Through the enhanced capacity of the selected trainers, a larger group of (young) entrepreneurs can be supported and provided with entrepreneurship knowledge and skills that are needed to succeed as an entrepreneur.
Shiraka Training Programme Food Safety 2019 The objective of this annual course is to provide civil servants and relevant semi-public organisations working in the field of food safety to share their knowledge and skills enabling them to lead and inspire the modernisation of Food Safety in their home countries. The course also aims to strengthen participants ties with the Netherlands and stakeholders in the Dutch Food Safety sector.
Feasibility study pig farming project Vietnam Veldman Techniek specializes in housing for a great variety of farm animals; pig, poultry, cattle, horse, sheep, rabbit, and goat stables. Veldman Techniek is a stable pig company organization with more than 35 years of experience which focuses on pig farm design, construction, equipment and solar panels installation. Currently, Veldman also owns six farms in the Netherlands.The purpose of the study is to gain insight into the feasibility to develop and build a pig housing facility in Vietnam.
Skills Lab Nigeria With this project, an I4Y skills lab initiative is piloted in Jos, Nigeria. The Skills Lab initiative is an I4Y initiative that focuses on developing employability skills. In turn, this should positively affect the abilities of youth to enter the job market successfully. In doing so, we can support 25 young Nigerians to increase their employability and understanding of entrepreneurship, ICT and digital skills. Anticipated is that this will improve their chances in the job market. After the pilot, this intervention will be evaluated, improved and fine-tuned if needed to scale up in other I4Y countries. Through this project, the youth employment agenda of the policy note ‘Investing in Future Prospects’ by the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation is implemented.
Scoping study protected horticulture in Nigeria The purpose of the project is to identify best practices and innovative solutions for the sustainable development of fully controlled production methods of vegetables and Indoor Farming in Nigeria and to trigger Dutch and Nigerian partners for the development and introduction of new technologies in the Nigerian high-value food chains, with focus on Lagos city. The main goal is to contribute to food security and nutrition, promote Dutch and Nigerian investments and stimulate job creation and entrepreneurship, especially for urban youth.
Development, manufacturing and marketing of high-tech cryogenic equipment The project partners aim to set up a production facility to produce internationally certified cryogenic pressure vessels and equipment for the ASEAN market in Thailand. These products have to meet high international quality standards and require substantial engineering and production skills. A substantial training programme is therefore envisaged. Rota Holding B.V. will bring in both technological design and commercial added value to enable Cryotech to update and diversify its product range and to improve its international marketing skills. The project will create 25 new jobs and will train 60 employees (including the already existing employees at Cryotech).Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)The partners want to comply with all relevant standards concerning working conditions and quality systems (IMO code, ISO 9001:2000, A.S.M.E. and PED 97/23/EC) externally audited. The project will also install an active waste management system. The partners will at least pay double minimum wage and will provide all necessary protective clothing and devises as will be stated in the health and safety programme in the project. In addition, the partners will provide social facilities such as sponsored meals and educational programmes.Impact•	Employment and working conditionsDuring the project, 25 new jobs will be created of which 10 medium-/high-level. Two years later this will increase to 60 new jobs of which 15 medium-/high-level. The wages will be at least 50% above the minimum wage.•	Innovation / Transfer of knowledgeTraining will be an important part of the project focussing on design (using 3-D software), welding, quality control (weld rejection rate of less than 3%), safety and work environment and management. The comparative level that will be taught is the equivalent of the Dutch HTS.•	Chain effectsMore than 95% of all raw materials and inputs will be sourced from local Thai companies. As such, the project may well generate indirect employment among these companies. Due to the high demands set by international production standards on material quality, suppliers will be educated by the project. Together with the supplier, the partners will set up procedures to ensure a reduction of non-conformity. Suppliers will also be audited, so that lower rejection rates can be obtained.•	EnvironmentThe project will have a neutral impact on the environment. Strict waste management will be observed. Steel and components will be recycled where possible. Focusing on energy efficiency and waste minimisation is an active policy at Rota Holding BV to benefit the environment and to decrease production costs.•	Position of womenThe workforce will consist of 20% women (engineering, planning, design, quality control and support). The goal of this project is to set up a pilot project for the design and manufacturing of high-quality cryogenic equipment with a capacity of 50 cryogenic units per year in Thailand.
Analysis of uchuva value chain in Colombia The purpose of this study is twofold:•	firstly, to analyse and map the intervention potential to stimulate local private sector development in the avocado value chain and,•	secondly, to look for business opportunities for Dutch companies within in the framework of the combi-track "Sustainable, climate resilient agri-food systems & forests", focused on sustainable sourcing and monitoring in the gooseberry value chain, connecting Colombian farmers to the Dutch (and EU) markets and consumers.The combi-track approach should make Colombian agri-food systems more productive and sustainable, creating new jobs and stimulating Colombian private sector initiatives, by applying Dutch knowledge & technology.
Super Mali mango Note: This project has been cancelled, because it has been withdrawn prematurely.Although this project has been approved and awarded a PSI grant, it has unfortunately never been implemented.Therefore, the full grant amount has been withdrawn. To build a mango concentration and pasteurisation plant in Bamako, Mali with a yearly capacity of 2,250 tons of mango concentrate, from 9,000 tons of fresh mango, for export to Europe.
Sahelian Business Champions (Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger) Increased regional trade opportunities could greatly benefit the poultry and horticulture sector in the Sahel. Development of these sectors will increase job and entrepreneurship opportunities for youth and women. Through training and networking opportunities, this 3-year (2022-2025) project aims to support 60 SMEs from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger in strengthening their regional trade relations. Moreover, they will be role models and mentors for young entrepreneurs in the poultry and horticulture sector to share their gained knowledge. By including activities in coastal countries in the project, it will be possible to connect the participants to Dutch knowledge and expertise in the broader West African region.
Local Costs Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Training Fruits The Jordanian Agro-food sector is currently not performing to its potential, as production and product quality are relatively low. A well-functioning AKIS system, which is still missing, could help to improve the sector. An AKIS (Agriculture Knowledge and Innovation System) is a system that links people and institutions to promote mutual learning and generate, share, and use agriculture-related technology, knowledge, and information. The system integrates farmers, agricultural educators, researchers, and extensionists to harness knowledge and information from various sources for better farming and improved livelihoods. A Dutch expert will conduct a mission to Jordan to assess the current AKIS and identify possible actions to make the system work more effectively and efficiently. To make this mission a success, a local consultant will be hired to prepare the mission, liaise with all relevant stakeholders and arrange logistical aspects. The outcome will be a draft programme for the Dutch expert.
NEXT19 and NEXT20 The project aims to guide 40 South African designer manufacturers to national and international markets by showcasing their products during the NEXT19 trade exhibition and selecting 20 new companies to participate in an export coaching programme (ECP) and potentially showcase in 2020 (NEXT20). The goal is also to transfer knowledge of the CBI methodology to CDI and offer previously disadvantaged communities the possibility to experience what an ECP entails.
Pillar 2 – RBC Agreement on Sustainable Garments and Textile, basic activities (01) Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) AgreementsThe Dutch government has concluded agreements on responsible business conduct (RBC) with Dutch sectors and civil society organisations. The agreements set out how companies can work with civil society organisations and government to prevent abuses in the areas of human rights, labour rights and the environment.Goal of this projectSupporting civil society organisations to make their knowledge available to play a role in the implementation of the RBC Agreement on Sustainable Garments and Textile.The civil society organisations contribute to reduction of International Corporate Social Responsibility (ICSR) risks in international value chains conform their commitments, as set out in the RBC Agreement.NoteFVO's Pillar 2 projects support civil society organizations that make their knowledge of human rights due diligence and (international) network accessible to help achieve the goals of the ICSR covenants. Businesses, social organizations and government work together in ICSR covenants, to make value chains more sustainable. The covenants are organized by sector. The sectors have international value chains in multiple production countries/regions.For more information, please visit the website of the Government of the Netherlands:•	Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) agreements (https://www.government.nl/topics/responsible-business-conduct-rbc/responsible-business-conduct-rbc-agreements)
Training private sector dairy cooperatives The main goal of this project is to reinforce the capacity of private-sector dairy cooperatives in the region of Doukkala, Central West Morocco. The focus is on ultimately improving the productivity, resource efficiency, quality and competitiveness of the dairy sector in Morocco. Another important goal is to strengthen the linkage with the dairy private sector in the Netherlands.
NL Branding to enhance the impact of PSD Toolkit projects This project concerns the support of NL Branding for several PSD Toolkit projects, among them Impact Clusters and missions, in PSD Toolkit countries. The aim is to increase the impact of PSD Toolkit projects, and thus the impact on the development of the local private sector, as well as increased the visibility of the Netherlands as a partner for mutual growth and achieving SDGs, through effective and clear communication.
People Planet Profit Training Mining and Gas Technical Assistance Project (MAGTAP) This project aims to increase awareness and knowledge of the essential staff of ministries of the Government of Mozambique involved in de oil and gas development regarding the development and operation of a commercial port.
Potato Impact Cluster Bangladesh One of the major problems in the potato production in Bangladesh is the high post-harvest losses resulting from improper harvesting, cleaning, grading, bagging, transportation, processing and storage. The aim of this Impact Cluster project was to demonstrate how growers and their supply chain partners can add value to their produce and improve their incomes based on a business-oriented and integrated supply chain approach and delivered impact in terms of:•          reduced post-harvest losses and new developed marketing opportunities that positively affected net income levels of potato growers and traders;•          enhanced local capacities on cultivation and post-harvest practices that positively affected potato productivity, post-harvest losses and food security.
Preparation Nexus Skills Jobs A recent study has identified the obstacles to the Agricultural and Rural Training (ART) to be an essential leverage for the agricultural sector. The Embassy of the Netherlands in Niger aims to contribute to sustainable strengthening of the quality of trainers in Agricultural and Rural Training (ART) in Niger via a multi-annual intervention.This project will identify the outline of such a concrete multi-annual project based on where it can have the most impact and inventorise potential structures to implement it.
Developing the potato value chain in Uganda The applicant is an impact investment company that invests in projects in the food value chain in sub-Saharan Africa with the aim of improving food security. The company strongly believes in long-term partnerships and is strongly involved in the management of its companies.The potato is an important crop in Uganda. Yet the yields per hectare are low because the majority is produced by small-scale farmers who use old-fashioned techniques and low quality seed potatoes.The applicant wants to contribute to the development of the potato value chain in Uganda and is currently investigating the possibility of setting up a company that processes potatoes into high-quality chips and sells them on the local market. Next to a modern production facility the applicant wants to invest in other parts of the potato value chain in Uganda for example farmers will be trained and other potato varieties that are suitable for processing into chips will be introduced. The applicant wants to invest in high-quality equipment that is not yet available in Uganda and wants to acquire a unique position in the Ugandan market.
DRRS (DRR) Libya 2023 (DRRS24LY03) After storm Daniel made landfall in Libya an unprecedented amount of rain has fallen in the eastern part of Libya. This has caused extreme river flows and subsequent dam failures.The Libyan government has requested international assistance through its embassy in The Hague, which again reached the DRRS team through the Netherlands embassy in Tripoli, Libya.In an effort to be as effective as possible the Netherlands embassy in Tripoli, Libya together with the DRRS team, has joined forces with the World Bank in their Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA) work. Building on the RDNA, the team will work on a comprehensive report for the Derna dam failure, as well as a visualisation of the event.On a broader level, input will be given for a national dam assessment.
Study to reduce the climate impact of increased local processing of cocoa in Côte d'Ivoire Study to reduce the climate impact of increased local processing of cocoa in Cote d'Ivoire, conducted by Partners for Innovation on Opportunities of the Netherlands.
Institutional mapping and needs assessment of Ethiopia's public seed sector services In its attempt to transform agriculture, the Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) focuses on increasing agricultural productivity, ensuring food and nutrition security, while promoting exports and import substitution in a sustainable manner. The Netherlands and Ethiopia collaborate to achieve these goals, a.o. by a joint approach to transforming the Ethiopian seed sector. This project provides the basic analysis and recommendations for future activities to establish an efficient, well-regulated and dynamic seed sector that meets quality standards, adapts to climate change and market conditions, has transparent and inclusive governance and maintains biodiversity. The study focuses particularly on the needs of federal and regional seed authorities in terms of technical know-how, institutional capacity and mandates, skills, knowledge and resources.
#cocreateMYCITY Student Challenge – assignment Netherlands Education Support Office (NESO) A Student Challenge will be organized to facilitate the collaboration of forty students from South Africa and the Netherlands. Their objective is to develop five to ten practical and financially viable business proposals that address the pressing urban issues faced by the City of Cape Town. At the same time, it stimulates education, entrepreneurship and network development opportunities among the students. By prioritizing the linkage between the students' business cases and potential funding options, they are empowered to enhance and execute their business cases beyond the project.
NBI Industry Engagement Water Efficiency Identifying opportunities for water efficiency in South African industriesIn the middle of the global climate crisis, water security is one of the biggest challenges of South Africa. Many companies depend on water for their daily operations and need to make an effort to use water more efficiently.After Cape Town nearly reaching ‘Day Zero’, researchers have warned that South Africa’s economic heart, the Gauteng city region (Johannesburg, Pretoria), is reaching its limits of existing water supply. The gap between water supply and water demand for its increasing population is becoming a severe issue. Though Gauteng has half of the global average rainfall, it consumes almost double the global average on a per capita basis of 300 liters a day.In the major cities, the industry uses about 16% of the available water. Business is severely at risk of secure water supply and has a key role to play in reducing water demand as well as increasing water quality.However, since water is cheap, it is not always considered as a scarce resource and not valued that way by local industries. Commercial banks are not looking to water as an operational risk, and development banks (e.g. FMO, DFCD through Climate Fund Managers) cannot find bankable water projects to invest in. This hampers innovation in the water sector, while there is a lot of low-hanging fruit in terms of efficiency gains.  The Netherlands is one of the most water efficient countries in the world and has a lot of innovative solutions on offer. Therefore, the Netherlands works together with the South African ‘National Business Initiative’ (NBI), a voluntary coalition of SA and multinational companies, working towards sustainable growth and development in SA, to:-Assist South Africa to identify opportunities for investing in water efficiency, re-use and quality solutions. NBI will identify industries in Gauteng who want to work on water efficiency, re-use and quality)-Reach industry and related stakeholders to promote the valuing water principles and bring together stakeholders from government, cities, industry business and financing. - make matches between Dutch innovators and South African demand for technology and financing
BEPEPSA The aim of this project is the development of enabling conditions for bio-energy and energy from waste projects in South Africa. South Africa is looking for expansion of its power supply and diversification of its resources. There is a specific interest to look into a more use of untapped renewable resources, including biomass. ESKOM has set the target of replacing 10% of the coal by biomass in 2030. The need for a more coordinated approach was expressed by developing a Biomass Action Plan for South Africa (BAPSA). DNV GL – Energy has been commissioned to carry out this project.