DHI
Demonstration projects, Feasibility- and Pre-investment studies
Would you like to increase your export ? The Dutch government provides financial support to Dutch SME’s to develop their business activities in foreign markets. DHI is open for all countries except for the Netherlands territory and sanctioned countries. You can submit an application throughout the year. Read below which activities are eligible.
1. Demonstration project
- Demonstrate Dutch technology to potential customers with the aim to convince them about your product.
- The subsidy amounts to 50% of the eligible costs up to max. € 200,000.
2. Feasibility study
- Research into the technical and commercial feasibility of a foreign investment in your product with the aim to convince a potential client to purchase your product.
- The subsidy amounts to 50% of the eligible costs up to max. € 100,000.
3. Pre-investment study
- Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of your investment project in a foreign market.
- The subsidy amounts to 50% of the eligible costs up to max. € 100,000.
Budget
There are two separate budgets for 2022, € 4 million for DGGF countries* and € 4 million for other countries**.
DHI-subsidy application
It’s important to check your project on eligibility for DHI support. Larive can be your trustworthy advisor. We have developed and executed over 50+ DHI projects. Some examples:
- MBFH: Demonstration of a large-scale dance event in Indonesia
- Rademaker and KOMA Refrigeration Equipment: Demonstration of an innovative bakery production line in China.
- Koneksi: Feasibility study for production of motorcycles in Kenya.
- Tolsma: Feasibility study for storage and processing of potatoes in Ukraine.
- Monte Pizza Crust: Feasibility study for a pizza production line in South Korea.
For more information about an application, please contact us info@larive.com or (+31) 030 6933221.
Christel Knaap
Emerging markets advisor. The Netherlands
Successful cases
- Plastic waste recycling for Cambodia.
Banzo is specialized in the engineering and, installation of conveyors, handling- and separation systems for household, construction and (plastic) waste. Larive supported Banzo with a feasibility study for plastic waste recycling in Cambodia. Plastic waste recycling Plastics are an important part […]
- Investment study & debt advisory for the production facility India
The SRD Group, is a renowned family-owned company in India that specializes in the production, sales and marketing of branded food and beverage products, predominantly for the bakery industry. Its product portfolio encompasses traditional Indian savories and bakery products. The […]
- Establishment of certified rice production in Cambodia
Burapa Prosper is located in Chonburi, Thailand, and active in the agro food sector. The company has been a pioneer in the production of high-quality rice flour and starch in Eastern Thailand. Larive supported Burapa Prosper with the application for […]
- Grant application for and executing a pre-investment study for the establishment of a production facility in India
Schouten is a Dutch family company specialized in plant-based protein foods. Their product range is versatile and applied in a broad assortment of products and countries. Products can be based on beans, nuts, seeds, soy, wheat, chickpeas and lentils and […]
- Demonstration facility China
Rademaker specializes in the development of innovative solutions for the bakery industry. Rademaker’s expertise in bakery lines has manifested in high quality automation, engineering, hygiene and performance. Larive supported Rademaker with implementing a demonstration facility in Hangzhou (China), in order […]
- Executing a feasibility study for the establishment of a high-quality pizza topping & packaging line in South Korea
Monte Pizza Crust specializes in producing and delivering high quality pizza crusts and dough balls in every imaginable amount. Larive supported Monte Pizza with implementing a feasibility study for an investment in a high quality pizza topping & packaging line […]
- Subsidy application for a demonstration facility in China
KOMA Koeltechnische Industrie is a producer of innovative, high quality and reliable preservation installations specifically intended for use in the foodstuffs and bakery industry. KOMA’s expertise innovating preservation and conditioning technologies make production processes efficient and above all economically sound. […]
- DHI grant acquisition and management for automotive in Sri Lanka
Vialle Autogas Systems B.V. (Vialle) develops, produces and distributes alternative fuel systems. Larive supported Vialle with the acquisition of the DHI grant for a feasibility study. The study concerned the feasibility to launch in cooperation with a Sri Lankan Finance […]
- Demonstrating the best of Dutch Electronic Dance Music (EDM) in Indonesia
MBFH (Miami Beach Flamingo Hunters) is a leading Dutch organizer of music events with a strong focus on the EDM sector (Electronic Dance Music). Events organized by MBFH have attracted over 250.000 visitors. Whereas most competitors have expanded beyond Europe […]
- Setting up a demonstration facility in India
Koppert Biological Systems is an international market leader in the field of biological crop protection and natural pollination. Larive has assisted Koppert with entering the Indian market and developing a demonstration facility in order to showcase its capabilities for local […]
- Market intelligence study Indonesia
Koppert Biological Systems is an international market leader in the field of biological crop protection and natural pollination. Larive provided Koppert business intelligence about the horticulture market in Indonesia. Setting up a company is a lengthy process and requires rigorous […]
- Public Private Partnership for aquaculture in East Africa
FoodTechAfrica is a Public Private Partnership combining the strengths of Dutch agro-food companies, knowledge institutes, governmental agencies and their East-African counterparts to improve food security in East Africa through the establishment of a fully integrated aquaculture value chain. The consortium is […]
- Feasibility study Indonesia
Marel Poultry is a leading global provider of advanced poultry processing systems for the poultry processing industry. Larive supported Marel with implementing a feasibility study for an investment (EUR 3.1 MN) in a slaughter line for a potential client (Thailand-headquartered […]
- Market assessment aquaculture Myanmar
CBI contributes to sustainable and inclusive economic development in developing countries through the expansion of exports from these countries to Europe. Larive supported CBI by executing a market assessment about the opportunities for buyers from the EU to import seafood […]
- Public Private Partnership for the food sector in India
FoodTechHolland was a Public Private Partnership of innovative Dutch companies operating in the food sector providing for high tech solutions along the supply chain. The consortium was initiated and coordinated by Larive between 2010 and 2016 and contained the following […]
- Public Private Partnership for poultry in Indonesia
FoodTechIndonesia was a Public Private Partnership active to improve and strengthen the poultry sector in Indonesia. The consortium was initiated and coordinated by Larive between 2013 and 2016 and contained the following sector experts active in the poultry value chain: […]
- Public Private Partnership FoodTechIndonesia
Van Aarsen Machinefabriek designs, develops and manufactures state of the art machines, and complete feed mill and premix plant solutions and has become one of the world’s leading companies in feed and premix process technology. Van Aarsen is participating in […]
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When do we match?
- When you have the ambition to enter emerging markets in Africa, Asia or Europe with a solid strategy
- When you need intelligence from an independent advisor who is deeply connected to the local networks
- When you want a direct contact in your home market for efficient communication
- When you choose to benefit from 45+ years of experience with business development in emerging markets