In the audio visual industry the Dutch have a reputation for being very efficient in the delivery of resources and a joy to work with. The quality of equipment is high as well as their work mentality. This is the reason why our facility companies are world wide invited for big events like the Olympics. They make sure that the show will go on, anytime, anywhere.

Facility companies in the Netherlands have excellent logistics and work protocols. Therefore it makes sense that many succesful television formats are oiginatedr in the Netherlands; hence creating a production hub for international content creators. Live registration with 30 remote cameras, top notch CGI video art, laser and lightshows for world famous DJ’s, intelligent robotics and set construction; we make it happen.

All companies whose primary revenue model is the rental and supply of audio visual facilities for film and video productions can become members of the AFN,
under the condition that:

• It must be a company with at least 2 FTEs in permanent employment (so no self-employed persons);
• The company strives for the highest possible quality of service;
• The company is committed to Dutch laws and regulations;
• The company conforms to what has been agreed within the AFN;
• The company shares information so that the AFN is able to report on the industry;
• The company makes an active contribution to external communication of the sector’s interests;
• The company has the ambition to promote the interests of the AV facilities sector for upcoming years.

Members of the AFN are involved at an early stage in relevant policymaking for facility companies in the Dutch AV industry. Joint positions are taken regarding measures that promote entrepreneurship and the quality of services in this sector. And the federation has a strong lobby regarding new legislation and regulations that could affect the industry.

Members of the AFN make their voices heard in coordination with other trade organizations. This protects the interests of AV facility companies in the field of high-quality services.

Members of the AFN gain access to a platform for knowledge sharing with the aim of strengthening the sector as a whole in terms of business efficiency and profitability. Information is also shared here about policy regarding the improvement of working conditions, quality, sustainability and innovations. By sharing best practices and efficient working methods, the good reputation of Dutch facility companies is further strengthened towards clients.

Members of the AFN are part of the visibility and reputation of the sector in the Netherlands and on the international playing field.

The interests of the sector are represented by the AFN towards: government, clients and stakeholders such as training institutes, other trade associations and funds.

The AFN is a discussion partner; for example for adjustments to the protocols for OB vans in zero emission zones in city centers and for coordination of hiring policies by television and film products companies.

The AFN is the initiator; for example for better coordination of production clusters in relation to the Working Hours Act and for optimization of planning.

The AFN is a facilitator; for example for knowledge and education as a result of the MediaPact Respectful Collaboration and as a central information point for the AV facilities sector.