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The sports game development industry in Benelux is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation and technology. A mix of startups and established firms operate here, focusing on gaming solutions that appeal to sports enthusiasts. Companies create interactive experiences, connecting players through competitive gaming and virtual sports. With a rise in blockchain integration and ascendant trends like play-to-earn models, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ industry's future looks promising. Collaboration among gaming studios and sports organizations fuels growth, attracting global investment. As Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ connection between traditional sports and gaming strengÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ns, Benelux positions itself as a hotspot for transformative entertainment experiences.

Within Benelux, a range of investors are making waves in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development field. Venture capital firms dominate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ scene, with many founded in recent years and varying in scale from small teams to robust organizations. The majority are located in major cities like Amsterdam and Luxembourg, showcasing a synergy between technology and finance. Investors have participated in numerous deals in 2024, responding to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ industry's growth and appetite for innovation. Their contributions signal a vigorous market, highlighting Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ increasing value placed on sports-related gaming ventures.

Top 17 Sports Game Development Investors in Benelux

1. Magnus Capital

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2017
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 6
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Magnus Capital is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2017. Specializing in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ cryptocurrency space, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y provide investment, advisory, incubation, and market education services to help innovators bring Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir projects to market. Magnus Capital has been involved in several notable transactions in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, particularly in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ realm of NFT and blockchain games. For instance, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y participated in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seed funding rounds for Zomfi, an NFT game, and GoFungibles, which plans to launch a global game. Their investment in Metastrike furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry, indicating a strategic interest in projects that may intersect with sports gaming development.

2. Dutch Crypto Investors

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2017
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 13
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Dutch Crypto Investors (DCI Capital) is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, specializing in digital assets and blockchain technology. Founded in 2017, DCI Capital provides funding, strategic networking, and community building services to crypto startups, helping Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m navigate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ complexities of Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ digital asset landscape. In 2021, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y participated in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seed funding round for Good Games Guild, a play-to-earn gaming hub that aims to become a leading virtual economy by sponsoring users in games that utilize in-game digital assets. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y invested in OP Games, a blockchain gaming startup that raised $8.6 million, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r demonstrating Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector. OÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r notable investments include VisionGame and Netvrk, both of which are involved in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming space. DCI Capital's focus on sectors like DeFi and GameFi positions Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m as a key player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ evolving investment landscape, particularly in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ intersection of gaming and blockchain technology.

3. Fabric Ventures

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2012
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 16
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Fabric Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 2012. The firm focuses on investing in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Open Economy, supporting early-stage companies across various sectors, including finance, gaming, and infrastructure. They provide not only venture capital but also business development support and community engagement to help startups succeed. Notably, Fabric Ventures has invested in Sorare, a fantasy sports game that raised $10 million in a seed round, showcasing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports gaming industry. They have also participated in funding rounds for Immutable Systems, which is involved in gaming solutions, and Homa Games, a game development company. These transactions underline Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, particularly in areas that intersect with sports.

4. Cvc

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2005
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• Number of deals in 2024: 16
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CVC Capital Partners is a prominent private equity firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 2005. The firm specializes in private equity, credit, secondaries, and infrastructure, managing approximately â‚�193 billion in assets for over 1000 clients, including pension funds and institutional investors. CVC has made notable investments in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming and sports sectors, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of Jagex, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ developer of Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ popular game RuneScape, in February 2024. They have also invested in sports organizations such as Premiership Rugby and Six Nations Rugby, raising substantial funds for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨se entities. FurÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rmore, CVC's acquisition of a majority stake in Tipico Group, a leading sports betting operator, highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir strategic interest in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports industry, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r solidifying Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir relevance in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development context.

5. Azerion

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Schiphol-Rijk, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2014
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• Number of deals in 2024: 2
• LinkedIn:

Azerion Group N.V. is a digital entertainment and media platform based in Schiphol-Rijk, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands. Founded in 2014, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ company specializes in providing advertising solutions and managing a diverse portfolio of gaming content. Azerion serves advertisers, digital publishers, and consumers, facilitating connections through its proprietary technology and extensive gaming network. Notable transactions include Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of WHOW Games, a free-to-play social casino developer, which aligns with Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir strategy to expand Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir gaming portfolio. OÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r acquisitions, such as Spil Games and Madvertise, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r demonstrate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to enhancing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir digital advertising platform and gaming content. While Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir focus is not exclusively on sports games, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry positions Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m as a potential investor in this sector.

6. Stake Capital Group

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2021
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 12
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Stake Capital Group is a venture capital firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 2021. The firm specializes in blockchain and DeFi technologies, providing asset management and investment advisory services to businesses in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ technology and finance sectors. In addition to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir focus on blockchain, Stake Capital has made significant investments in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development space. They participated in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seed funding round for Eterlast, which raised $4.5 million to launch Web3 games for sports fans, and also invested in Cometh, a blockchain game development studio that raised â‚�9.4 million to accelerate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ development of future games. Their involvement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨se projects highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to supporting innovative gaming solutions that integrate sports and blockchain technology.

7. Maven 11

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2015
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 27
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Maven 11 is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, specializing in blockchain and distributed ledger technology. Founded in 2015, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ firm has established itself as a key player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ investment landscape, particularly in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ crypto space. They provide not only capital but also active support to founders, helping Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m navigate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ complexities of Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ market. Among Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir notable transactions, Maven 11 invested in Lava Labs, which raised over $10 million for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ development of its flagship game AFAR, indicating Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector. OÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r investments include MagicBlock, Sophon, Stardust, and Odyssey, which, while not all directly related to sports, showcase Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir active participation in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming and blockchain industries. This positions Maven 11 as a relevant investor in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ evolving landscape of sports game development, especially as blockchain technology continues to influence Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector.

8. Peech Capital

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2021
• Headcount: 1-10
• LinkedIn:

Peech Capital is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2021. The firm specializes in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors, providing marketing, technical, and business development services alongside early-stage capital to innovative start-ups. Notably, Peech Capital has been involved in several funding rounds for gaming projects, including Champion Games, MetaSoccer, and Continuum World. MetaSoccer is a sports-Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨med game that raised $1.8 million in a private funding round, while Continuum World, an NFT game, secured $2.1 million. These transactions highlight Peech Capital's engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development context, despite Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir broader focus on digital assets.

9. Skullavenue

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2021
• Headcount: 1-10
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Skullavenue is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2021. It operates on Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Solanium platform, which is a blockchain-based platform offering decentralized fundraising, token staking, and governance voting services on Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Solana blockchain. Skullavenue has been involved in several notable transactions in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, including a $3.8 million investment in VisionGame, which is likely to be involved in gaming development. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y participated in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ funding round for Project SEED, which focuses on expanding a blockchain-based gaming metaverse ecosystem. These transactions highlight Skullavenue's engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry, particularly in projects that may intersect with sports game development.

10. Flow Ventures

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Randstad, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 1
• LinkedIn:

Flow Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Randstad, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, specializing in early-stage investments primarily in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ blockchain and decentralized finance sectors. The firm provides capital and strategic advisory services to startups, focusing on token-based networks and innovations in areas such as gaming and NFTs. Flow Ventures aims to accelerate Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ digital revolution by fostering long-term partnerships with its portfolio companies. Notably, Flow Ventures has participated in several relevant transactions in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, including a $4 million investment in Vorto Gaming, which focuses on gaming solutions, and a $3.2 million investment in Arcade2earn, a platform that integrates gaming with earning mechanisms. These investments highlight Flow Ventures' commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry, making Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m a relevant player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development space.

11. Sparkle Ventures

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2021
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 3
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Sparkle Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 2021, that invests in equity and tokens to support technologies in Web 3.0 and Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Metaverse. The firm targets technology companies and startups, providing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m with Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ necessary capital to scale Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir operations. Notable transactions include Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir participation in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seed funding for Kinetix, an AI-assisted 3D animation company, and Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir investment in Helika, which raised $8 million for AI-powered Game Management products. Additionally, Sparkle Ventures was involved in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ funding of Immortal Game, a blockchain platform for chess players, which showcases Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir interest in gaming technologies. These investments highlight Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to supporting innovative gaming solutions, making Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m a potential player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development industry.

12. LUMO Labs

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Eindhoven, North Brabant, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2016
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 5
• LinkedIn:

LUMO Labs is a venture capital firm based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2016. The firm specializes in impact-driven investments in emerging technologies, providing funding and tailored support programs to early-stage startups that address social and environmental challenges. LUMO Labs has a strong focus on fostering innovation in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ technology sector, particularly in areas such as AI and Blockchain. Notably, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have invested in CityLegends, a sports tech startup that raised nearly â‚�1 million in a seed funding round to enhance its marketing and user acquisition strategies in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports gaming space. This involvement highlights LUMO Labs' commitment to supporting ventures that intersect with sports game development, alongside Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir broader investment strategy in technology-driven solutions.

13. Laton Ventures

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 2
• LinkedIn:

Laton Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, specializing in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry. Founded with a focus on early-stage gaming companies, Laton Ventures provides not only funding but also operational support in areas such as game design and marketing. In 2024, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y participated in notable transactions including a $2.25 million investment in Pine Games, a mobile game development company, and a $3 million investment in Grand Games during its Pre-Seed round. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y invested in Layer AI, which offers AI-powered tools for game studios, showcasing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to enhancing game development processes. These investments reflect Laton Ventures' strategic focus on innovative gaming startups, positioning Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m as a key player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming investment landscape.

14. DeFi Capital

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2019
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 1
• LinkedIn:

DeFi Capital is a venture capital firm based in Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2019. The firm specializes in decentralized finance (DeFi) and cryptocurrency investments, focusing on managing investments in blockchain technology and providing financial services related to DeFi. DeFi Capital has participated in several notable transactions in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, including a seed round investment in Apeiron, a blockchain game that raised over $17 million. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y were involved in funding rounds for Elpis Battle and Polemos, both of which are related to gaming. These transactions highlight DeFi Capital's engagement with Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry, particularly in projects that leverage blockchain technology, making Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m a relevant player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports game development space.

15. Irdeto

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Hoofddorp, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 1969
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• LinkedIn:

Irdeto is a corporate investor based in Hoofddorp, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, specializing in cybersecurity solutions for various industries, including video entertainment and gaming. Founded in 1969, Irdeto has established itself as a leader in digital security, offering services such as content protection and anti-piracy measures. They have a diverse client base that includes pay-TV operators, game developers, and streaming services. Notably, Irdeto acquired Denuvo, an anti-piracy firm, in January 2018 to bolster security measures in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming industry, aiming to prevent revenue loss for game publishers and combat cheating. Additionally, in October 2022, Irdeto made a strategic investment of USD$6 million in Bidstack, a company focused on in-game advertising, marking Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir first investment in Bidstack and supporting its growth strategy in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ US. These transactions highlight Irdeto's active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ gaming sector, particularly in areas that intersect with sports game development.

16. LeanSquare

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Belgium
• Founded year: 2014
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 3
• LinkedIn:

LeanSquare is a venture capital investment fund based in Belgium, founded in 2014. The firm specializes in supporting innovative projects across various sectors, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Cultural and Creative Industries, Enterprise Software, and Life Sciences. LeanSquare focuses on providing financial investment, expertise, and networking opportunities to startups that are at a mature stage and seeking growth. In 2023, LeanSquare participated in significant funding rounds for sports tech companies, including CityLegends, which received nearly â‚�1 million in seed funding to expand its marketing efforts and user base in Western Europe and Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ U.S. Additionally, LeanSquare invested in Raw Stadia, a company focused on Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ NFL market, which raised $1.63 million to drive its expansion into Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ U.S. These transactions highlight LeanSquare's commitment to supporting innovative projects within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports sector, particularly in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ realm of sports game development.

17. Euro Media Group

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Charleroi, Wallonia, Belgium
• Founded year: 1982
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• LinkedIn:

Euro Media Group (EMG) is a corporate investor based in Charleroi, Wallonia, Belgium, founded in 1982. The company specializes in media production, offering comprehensive solutions for live events, including outside broadcasting, post-production, and digital streaming. EMG serves a diverse clientele, including sports federations and television channels, ensuring high-quality media production and innovative technology. Notably, EMG has made strategic acquisitions to bolster its presence in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports sector, such as Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of Netco Sports in 2015, which specializes in sport second screen solutions, and EBD in 2017, a key player in graphic enhancement and statistics for sports. These acquisitions enhance EMG's capabilities in delivering advanced digital offerings and graphic services, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r solidifying its role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ sports media landscape.

Sports Game Development Insights: Key Investors in Benelux

Investor	Headquarter	Size	Founded	Deals 2024
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	2017	6
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2017	13
	Luxembourg	11-50	2012	16
	Luxembourg	1001-5000	2005	16
	Schiphol-Rijk, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1001-5000	2014	2
	Luxembourg	11-50	2021	12
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	2015	27
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2021	0
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2021	0
	Randstad, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10		1
	Luxembourg	1-10	2021	3
	Eindhoven, North Brabant, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	2016	5
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10		2
	Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2019	1
	Hoofddorp, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1001-5000	1969	0
	Belgium	1-10	2014	3
	Charleroi, Wallonia, Belgium	1001-5000	1982	0

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