The Biosecurity Office regularly attends meetings and conferences in the Netherlands and abroad to share knowledge, learn from others, and network. In the coming period, you can meet us at the annual BVF platform meeting. In addition, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organising an export control seminar, and there will be a networking event hosted by the Dutch Knowledge Security Helpdesk (Loket Kennisveiligheid).
BVF-symposium
On 1 October, the BVF Symposium 2026 “Inner Impact” will take place in Ede. Representatives of the Biosecurity Office will be present to engage informally with the community on relevant biosecurity and dual‑use issues, so please feel free to approach us. We will also host an interactive session on safe‑and‑sustainable‑by‑design, with particular attention to biosafety and biosecurity aspects. https://www.bvfplatform.nl/agenda/bvf-symposium-2026-inner-impact
Export Control Seminar for Companies 2026
On Thursday 29 October 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will hold its annual export control seminar, exclusively for companies, to which you are warmly invited. During this event, you will receive all key information and practical tools on export control, an explanation of the relevant legislation and regulations, an update on compliance and due diligence, and the latest policy developments, presented by expert speakers. There will also be ample opportunity to speak with colleagues from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Central Import and Export Service and to have your questions answered directly. https://www.bureaubiosecurity.nl/nieuws/meld-je-nu-aan-bedrijvenseminar-exportcontrole-2026
Knowledge Security Network Meeting
On 16 November 2026, from 12:00 to 17:00, the Knowledge Security Helpdesk (Loket Kennisveiligheid) will host its annual knowledge security network meeting. Once again, a wide range of knowledge institutions will be brought together to exchange experiences. There will be extensive opportunities to network and to delve deeper into specific aspects of knowledge security in various breakout sessions. If you have suggestions for topics you would like to see addressed, or if you would like to contribute a session yourself, please send an email to netwerk@loketkennisveiligheid.nl.
If you are planning to attend an event yourself and would like to share biosecurity knowledge and information there, please do not hesitate to contact us. We may be able to support you with materials or by sharing our experiences.