Are you active in the hydrogen sector or offshore wind? Do you work in circular construction or sustainable thermal energy storage and reuse (ATES)? If you are looking to explore business opportunities in Japan, join us in this upcoming economic mission. 

This mission will be accompanied by Sophie Hermans, Minister for Climate Policy and Green Growth, and Chris Jansen, State Secretary for Environment and Public Transport. 

A focused mission for three sectors

This economic mission focuses on three key sectors:

1. Hydrogen
2. Offshore Wind
3. Circular Construction and ATES

Each sector follows a distinct program with its own travel dates. All participants will also visit the World Expo 2025 in Osaka as part of this mission.

Sector programs and dates

Hydrogen sector | September 17-24, 2025
This program is designed for those involved in:

• production, storage, and distribution of renewable hydrogen
• financing of renewable hydrogen projects
• end-use of renewable hydrogen
• liquid hydrogen
• ammonia

Offshore Wind | September 20-25, 2025
This program is tailored to stakeholders in offshore wind technology and infrastructure, including:

• bottom-fixed wind turbines
• floating offshore wind technologies
• grid connection solutions
• ecological and environmental enhancement around offshore wind farms
• multi-use of offshore wind areas
• hydrogen integration

Circular Construction and ATES sector | September 21-26, 2025
This program is relevant to professionals engaged in:

• innovations in material reuse and minimization
• modular and bio-based construction
• IT solutions for circular construction
• circular design practices
• construction waste solutions
• sustainable thermal energy storage and reuse (ATES)
• integration of ATES into existing buildings
• knowledge exchange and technical developments of ATES systems

Why participate?

This mission offers Dutch organizations the opportunity to:

• explore the Japanese market and understand its dynamics
• establish connections with potential Japanese partners, clients, and government entities
• investigate new business opportunities
• strengthen their network in Japan
• visit Expo 2025 Osaka

With Minister Hermans and State Secretary Jansen participating, this mission enables high-level networking opportunities. Their presence also provides the possibility to sign agreements, MoUs, or declarations of intent – giving added visibility and impact to your project or investment.

World Expo 2025 Osaka

From April 13 –  October 13, 2025, the Netherlands will participate in Expo 2025 in Osaka. As part of the mission, all participants will visit the Netherlands Pavilion, a premier venue for connecting with Japanese and international stakeholders.

The mission coincides with the Expo’s theme week: “The Future of Earth and Biodiversity“.

Sector opportunities

Hydrogen
Japan has an ambitious hydrogen strategy and is a global front-runner in this field. The country is heavily investing in hydrogen infrastructure, transportation, and fuel cell technologies. This presents unique opportunities for Dutch businesses to:

• collaborate with industry leaders
• leverage Dutch expertise
• tap into a growing hydrogen economy

Offshore Wind
Japan is targeting 10GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030, with strong interest in both bottom-fixed and floating wind solutions. The country is also exploring innovative renewable technologies, including offshore solar and marine biodiversity projects.

This mission will allow Dutch companies and institutions to explore collaboration opportunities in this evolving sector.

Circular Construction & ATES
Given its high dependency on raw materials and goal to become fully circular by 2050, Japan is actively seeking sustainable solutions in the construction sector. Dutch innovations in circular design and ATES are of particular interest.

This mission helps Dutch organizations align with these priorities and exploring collaborative pathways.

Program

Sector-specific draft programs will include:

• networking events and receptions, including a kick-off at the Netherlands Pavilion with senior Dutch officials
• sectoral workshops and panel discussions on market developments
• company visits and B2B matchmaking
• official meetings featuring Minister Hermans in forward-looking discussions

This mission programs for the three sectors are not yet final. Please see the draft program for your sector below to get an impression of the mission.

Draft program Economic Mission Osaka – Sector Hydrogen
Draft program Economic Mission Osaka – Sector Offshore Wind
Draft program Economic Mission Osaka – Circular Construction & ATES

Participation and costs

• participation fee: €950 per organization (one participant per organization)
• includes: participation in collective mission activities, local organizational support, and in-country group transport
• excludes: travel, accommodation, and individual transfers (at your own expense)

Participants will receive travel and accommodation recommendations after registration.

How to register

Interested in joining this economic mission to Japan? Register via the RVO website here by Friday, June 20, 2025. 

Please note: participation is open exclusively to Dutch companies and institutions aligned with the sectors and scope outlined above. Registration and automatic confirmation do not guarantee participation. Final confirmations will be sent after the registration deadline.

Matchmaking seminar – July 7, 2025

A matchmaking seminar will be held on Monday afternoon, July 7, at the Ministry for Climate and Green Growth in The Hague. Registered participants will have the opportunity to meet Japanese companies directly. Be sure to save the date!

Expo 2025: Common Ground and the Energy Track

The Netherlands is organizing a wide array of activities at Expo 2025 under the theme “Common Ground” – emphasizing joint efforts by Japan and the Netherlands to tackle global challenges. This mission aligns with the Expo track on Energy, Sustainability & Circular Economy, a key focus area in the sector programming.

Responsible Business Conduct

The Dutch government strongly promotes responsible business practices, including human rights. Participation in this mission requires compliance with the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on responsible business conduct.

Organized by

This mission is organized by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), in collaboration with:

• Ministry for Climate Policy and Green Growth
• Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Embassy of the Netherlands in Tokyo
• Consulate-General in Osaka
• Holland Home of Wind Energy (HHWE)
• Topsector Energy
• New Energy Coalition
• Amsterdam Trade & Innovate
• Green Metropolitan Region Arnhem-Nijmegen

Questions?

Contact
Jos Hermens – Project Manager Missions – Hydrogen & Offshore Wind – jos.hermsen@rvo.nl
Alexander van der Kaa – Project Manager Missions – Circular Construction & ATES – alexander.vanderkaa@rvo.nl

For more information and registration, visit the RVO website.