Health

The world population is expected to grow to 8.5 billion people by 2030. This will be accompanied by the challenge of providing access to high-quality healthcare services for all. It is expected that chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity will continue to rise in the coming decades. At present, chronic diseases already account for 75% of our total global healthcare costs. These expenses are projected to continue to rise due to the growing and ageing population, leading to increased pressure on our healthcare systems.

Improving the quality of life

At First Dutch, we believe that promoting innovation in the healthcare and life sciences sector is of great social importance in regard to improving quality of life. As a healthcare organisation, we are driven to encourage the development of technological advances and innovations that help society prevent, manage and treat complex diseases.

Industry standards

In addition, our leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) activities have created several industry standards that ensure industrial products and services are safe, efficient and reliable. We also offer independent assessment services to ensure that products and services comply with the highest compliance levels so as to strengthen the protection of people and the environment.