haarlemsdagbladMar 19, 2026, 13:51

Netherlands and allies 'ready' to assist in Strait of Hormuz

The Netherlands and five major allies, including the United Kingdom and Germany, have announced their readiness to support efforts in protecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This joint statement follows calls from the United States for international assistance in response to potential Iranian blockades. While previous interest was limited, the group now welcomes the initiation of preparatory planning for maritime security in the region.

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'Ultrafast fashion' peaks on King's Day: 'This is how we sustain overconsumption'

Clothing retailers are releasing extensive fashion collections for King's Day, contributing to the rise of 'ultrafast fashion' in the industry. Experts warn that this trend encourages overconsumption by normalizing the treatment of clothing as disposable items for single-day events.

Away from Trump and Big Tech: Dutch data to end up with Lidl's parent company

Dutch data will increasingly be stored by the Schwarz Group, the parent company of Lidl, as an alternative to US tech giants like Google and Microsoft. This shift is seen by experts as a way for European countries to reduce their digital dependency on American big tech.

Martijn Smit (62) steps down as mayor of Beverwijk. How will the city's new face be chosen?

Martijn Smit, the 62-year-old mayor of Beverwijk, has announced that he will step down from his position this coming September. The local municipal council will lead the process of selecting his successor, following specific procedural guidelines for Dutch mayoral appointments.

Haarlem construction workers have ‘insufficient knowledge’ of rat infestations, says VVD: ‘Major problem’

VVD councilors in Haarlem claim that homeowners receive inadequate information about rat prevention from builders during home renovations. Despite calls from council members Dennis Kornet and Ruben Terol for government intervention, the local alderman has refused to take action.

Transport entrepreneur Henk van der Valk is always on the move: ‘We are building a new, larger tender boat’

Transport entrepreneur Henk van der Valk is expanding his company, North Sea Tenders, by commissioning the construction of a new, larger tender boat. The project, currently underway at 1e Industriedwarsstraat, aims to enhance the firm's door-to-ship logistics services.