On the occassion of the arrival of the new British Ambassador Chris Rampling CMG MBE, the Netherlands-British Chamber of Commerce is delighted to invite you to an exclusive drinks reception at the iconic Mauritshuis in The Hague at 16:30 on Thursday, 18 September 2025. The welcome reception will take place during the official opening of the Mauritshuis Exhibition Treasure Houses of England. 

The evening will offer an exclusive opportunity to meet with the new British Ambassado to the Netherlands, Chris Rampling CMG MBE, who will share some remarks to the NBCC membership. Guests will also enjoy first access to the exhibition with a private showing of the Mauritshuis' landmark opening exhibition of the remarkable collection of works from Britain's grandest estates, brought together outside the UK for the very first time. 

Programme

16:30 Opening 
16:45 Opening Remarks by Robert Metzke, SVP Sustainability, Philips and NBCC Board Member
16:50 Introduction by Chris Rampling CMG MBE, UK Ambassador to the Netherlands
17:00 Exhibit Overview by Mauritshuis Curator
17:15 Exhibit Opening and Networking Reception
19:30 Closing Remarks, Lyne Biewinga, Executive Director, NBCC

Dress code: Business Attire

Please note that this is an exclusive event for NBCC members only and capacity is limited.