Japan–EU Market Entry for Industrial Inspection & Measurement Technology

Trade-Link Co. supports Japanese manufacturers of inspection, sensing, and measurement equipment in establishing a structured and trustworthy European sales presence.
Established in 1992.

Entering the European market requires more than translation or distribution agreements. It requires an understanding of European buyers, expectations, compliance considerations, and long-term relationship building.

Trade-Link Co. acts as a Europe-based market entry partner for Japanese manufacturing SMEs. We support careful and structured expansion into Europe, without aggressive sales tactics or loss of control.


Services

European Market Entry Support

  • Market positioning for Europe
  • Buyer and use-case profiling
  • Go-to-market structure for early European sales
  • Alignment of expectations between Japanese suppliers and European customers

Sales & Representation Support

  • Initial customer conversations
  • Lead qualification and follow-up
  • Technical clarification and communication
  • Coordination of demonstrations, meetings, and pilot projects
  • Support during European market activities and local coordination

Long-Term Partnership

Trade-Link Co. focuses on long-term partnerships built on trust, clarity, and continuity.
We do not operate as a distributor or reseller.

Manufacturing environment

Engagement Model

Trade-Link Co. works on a retainer-based engagement model combined with a success-based commission on closed European sales.

This structure ensures:

  • Clear commitment on both sides
  • Consistent representation in Europe
  • Alignment of incentives

Engagements are structured to support long-term cooperation and continuity.

Industrial inspection equipment

About Trade-Link

Trade-Link Co. was established in 1992 to facilitate trade between Japan and Europe.

Over the years, the company has supported a wide range of Japan–EU business activities, acting as a local liaison and representation partner for Japanese companies operating in or entering European markets.

Today, Trade-Link Co. operates with a focused specialization: supporting Japanese manufacturers of industrial inspection, sensing, and measurement equipment in their European market entry.

This focused approach allows Trade-Link Co. to provide careful, informed, and long-term support tailored to the expectations of both Japanese suppliers and European customers.


Contact

For Japanese manufacturers considering European expansion, we welcome an initial conversation.

Email: contact@trade-link.eu

Phone: +31 (0)320 243310

Address:

Trade-Link Co.
Zeilweg 32 Unit 63
8243 PK Lelystad
The Netherlands

K.v.K. number: 58562486

VAT number: NL853090221B01