Netherlands Financial Support Tender

The province of Drenthe the municipality of Borger-Odoorn and the Royal Dutch Equestrian Sports Association KNHS support owner Lieuwe Koopmans in the step-by-step expansion and modernization of the existing equestrian center Exloo.The first phase starting before the summer of 2021 involves an initial investment of more than 550000 euros of which the province of Drenthe is putting 140000 euros on the table. On April 21 the Provincial Council will decide on the GS proposal. Ultimately the metamorphosis will cost several million. Koopmans is very happy with the financial contribution from the province of Drenthe. This shows that we all have confidence that this equestrian center will acquire allure with an equestrian function for the Northern Netherlands. Deputy Henk Brink VVD says he wants to make a case for this kind of investments in sports in Drenthe which also have a direct positive effect on the regional economy. Those two things go together here. Modern sports facilities attract new events regional national and international. Good for equestrian sport but also good for the regional economy says Brink. The deputy appreciates the positive approach of the KNHS and the support of the municipality of Borger-Odoorn.Lets get started. Upgrade to significantly expand the number of equestrian events national and international to make the buildings more sustainable and to optimize accommodation for riders and horses. Not only during events but in principle 247. Spectators public must be offered a comfortable stay says Koopmans.