Over the centuries, Netherlands has developed an economy that has been playing a special role in the European economy. Shipping, agriculture, trade, and banking form the largest industrial sectors of the Dutch economy. Netherlands is one of the top countries in the Global Enabling Trade Report and the world’s 10 leading exporting countries. In 2013, the United Nations World Happiness Report ranked this Country as the fourth happiest in the world, reflecting its high quality of life. This amazing nation has some of the richest people in Europe, billionaires who command respect in the region. This overview of the top 13 richest people in the Netherlands is ranked according to their Forbes net worth.

13. Carolus Nolet Sr.
Net Worth: $1.1 billion
Source of Wealth: Ketel One Vodka



The Nolet family has been in the spirit business for more than three hundred years. In the 17th century Joannes Nolet started a small distillery in Schiedam, Netherlands. 10th generation family member, Carolus, became chairman in 1979, and is being assisted by his brothers Carl and Bob. In 2008, the Nolet family joined with beverage giant Diageo to form a joint venture to handle Ketel One vodka, a signature Nolet brand. Diageo paid $900 million for its 50% share to become Ketel One’s exclusive global distributor.

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