fDI Intelligence: Rotterdam is Europe’s best connected large European city

Together these strengths add up to making Rotterdam one of the top 5 large European Cities of the Future and a good choice for foreign direct investment. The authoritative fDi Intelligence - European Cities of the Future 2022/2023 ranking ( Financial Times), puts Rotterdam in 5th spot in the large cities ranking, and 1st in Connectivity.

Rotterdam has been scoring high marks in fDi Intelligence’s rankings consistently over the last few years, with connectivity (by land, air, sea and the internet) and fdi strategy as recurrent strong points. The continuous growth and development of Rotterdam in other aspects such as overall quality of life, talent and business climate are now getting recognition as well, with strong performances in the fDI Intelligence ranking.

Strategically located, Gateway to Europe

Rotterdam is Europe’s #1 port and the ‘gateway to Europe’. Its strategic location close to the North sea and on the river Maas, its port and superior accessibility with train connections to all major European cities, two airports nearby with direct flight connections to 300+ destinations make it an easily accessible city by air, road, sea and rail. From Rotterdam, businesses have great access to European markets and all economic centres in Europe can be reached within 24 hours. Besides great physical connectivity, Rotterdam is the digital gateway to Europe. The city and port are a data hub with excellent digital connectivity.

Rob Bagchus, Chief Public Affairs & Public Relations Officer Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam: “Good connectivity is vital for the port and the port industry. The fact that Rotterdam scores so high underlines the strong competitive position of the city and port of Rotterdam. As has often been said in this Olympic year, getting to no. 1 is perhaps easier than staying at no. 1 . The focus on optimal connections, both physical and digital, must never be slackened.”