Almere becomes the new home of the headquarters of ASM International N.V., a leading player in the semiconductor industry. The company is the first to establish itself at the Green High Tech Campus, which is being developed on the southern shore of the Weerwater in Almere. With this step, ASM is investing hundreds of millions of euros in a state-of-the-art research & development center, a specialized training facility, and part of the production. This means a significant expansion of activities and employment in the Netherlands.
The largest economic investment in Flevoland ever
The arrival of ASM in Almere is a milestone for Flevoland. It strengthens the position of the Netherlands in the global chip industry and gives a strong boost to the regional economy. Kings Commissioner Arjen Gerritsen emphasizes the importance of this development: “The establishment of ASM on the high-tech campus is one of the largest economic investments in the history of our province. It shows the confidence of international companies in our region. ASM confirms its strategic choice for Almere because of the strong business opportunities, excellent accessibility, and access to talent. We are proud of this choice and do everything to make the Green High Tech Campus a success.”
Innovation in Flevoland
The Green High Tech Campus Almere will become a breeding ground for innovation and knowledge development. It is expected that the arrival of ASM will attract other innovative companies, further developing Almere into the fifth high-tech hotspot in the Netherlands. The Province of Flevoland actively contributes to an attractive business climate and creates opportunities for education and employment.
About ASM International
ASM is a Dutch multinational that develops and produces advanced equipment for the manufacture of microchips. This technology is used worldwide in sectors such as AI, data centers, automotive, and other high-tech applications. Companies like ASM play a key role in digitalization, energy transition, and defense, contributing to the earning capacity of the Netherlands.
Photography signing: Erwin Budding