Explore CIC Rotterdam’s workspaces, events, and programs
CIC ROTTERDAM
Welcome to the
Groot Handelsgebouw
Be part of the most dynamic business community of Rotterdam. CIC is located in the iconic Groot Handelsgebouw, next to Rotterdam Centraal train station, featuring all the amenities of a modern office so you can focus on your mission. Work in the heart of Europe’s largest port city where ideas and collaboration thrive.
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250 +
Current clients
20 %
of clients boast international HQ’s
11000 +
Rentable square meters
Customizable workspaces with flexible terms
Amenities
We take care of the office so you can focus on your work
Our spaces are beautifully designed and appointed to provide an environment that fosters collaboration. As part of a vibrant community of like-minded professionals, you’ll also get access to events that cultivate CIC’s unique culture. All of these perks are at your fingertips with super-flexible 30-day membership terms.
We wanted to be surrounded by people we aspire to be. Rotterdam is a vibrant city that brings a lot of relevant stakeholders together, from entrepreneurs like us to investors and potential partners. It is the place for us to be.
Julian Jagtenberg | Founder & CEO | Somnox
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events
Spark new connections and build relationships
Join the action at one of our campus events or host your own in CIC’s dedicated event spaces. Foster new connections, cultivate new ideas, and open the door to new opportunities.
programs
Programs to foster new thinking
CIC provides programming and services to help entrepreneurs, companies, and communities grow through educational and networking opportunities—tailored to advance innovation across the globe.
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“CIC Rotterdam represents an outstanding entrepreneurial ecosystem, fostering growth, diversity, sustainability, and international collaboration. Being named among the Financial Times’ list of Leading European Startup Hubs is a testament to our ongoing commitment to nurturing innovation and fostering the growth of start-ups.”
Joyce Kornet Vreugdenhil I General manager, cic Rotterdam
PERSPECTIVES
Learn what’s new at CIC Rotterdam and beyond
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CIC Rotterdam Named A Leading Start-up Hub in Europe by Financial Times
CIC is proud to announce CIC Rotterdam has been recognized as one of the Leading Start-up Hubs in Europe by the Financial Times, in collaboration with Statista and Sifted.
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Redefining the Workspace to Strategically Support Corporate Culture, Innovation, and Growth
This study surveyed more than 560 members of the HBR audience who are involved in their organization’s strategic workspace decisions. It revealed that today’s organizations are beginning to understand that workspace decisions are not just about square footage and layouts; they are critical determinants of a company’s success.
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CIC Rotterdam – Stationsplein 45, 4th floor, 3013 AK, Rotterdam, The Netherlands | Tel: +31 (0) 10 808 00 13
1 minute walk from Rotterdam Centraal train station | 35 minute drive from Schiphol Airport | Few hours travel from Europe’s major business hubs