Arcadis, a global design, engineering, and management consulting company, was founded in the Netherlands in 1888 as Nederlandsche Heidemaatschappij, a land reclamation company focused on agricultural development. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Arcadis has grown significantly through mergers and acquisitions, expanding its services to include urban development, infrastructure, water management, environment, and buildings. The company is publicly listed on Euronext (ARCAD) and employs over 36,000 people across 30+ countries, operating from more than 350 offices. Its key businesses revolve around creating sustainable solutions for natural and built assets, improving quality of life through innovative design and consultancy services.