This year’s National Delegation to NASF is the Netherlands. Some 20
companies are coming to the NASF arena showcasing a vibrant seafood
industry.

Says Maiko van der Meer; NASF Representative for BeNeLux, the organizer of
the Netherlands National Delegation:

The Netherlands has a long tradition as a fishing and fish processing nation.
Fish trading started as early as the Middle Ages, when it became a cornerstone
of Dutch wealth. Till this day the fleet supplies the eleven fish markets in the
country with fresh fish on a daily base. Many changes since the Middle ages
took place though. Sustainable management of fish stock became increasingly
important and innovations of fishing techniques are ongoing to preserve the
environment. Maintaining the highest quality standards is of utmost importance.
I am proud to present a selection of key Dutch fishing industry related
companies attending the conference. A larger than ever Dutch delegation is
visiting this year’s edition and is looking forward to connect with industry
colleagues from all over the world and to hear inspiring speakers on exiting
topics.

This year the Netherlands is host country of the opening reception and I would
like to grab the opportunity to express my special thanks to the Dutch Fish
Marketing Board for organising the reception and to Foppen, Marine Harvest
and Ouwehand for providing fish snacks during the reception. Also Nederlandse
Brouwers for providing Dutch brewed beers which go especially well with fish.