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Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Not selling out is not a death blow for festival: 'But be careful not to price yourself out of the market'
Festival organizations in the Netherlands faced a challenging summer marked by extreme weather, rising operational costs, and fluctuating ticket sales. Despite these significant hurdles, industry prof...
French shopkeepers fear millions in losses after looting and destruction
French retailers are bracing for millions in damages after widespread looting and vandalism struck numerous cities, including Paris and Bordeaux, during recent riots. The government has promised to ex...
ADE: from trade fair to global stage in 30 years
Over the past 30 years, the Amsterdam Dance Event has evolved from a small gathering of 30 performances in three clubs to a massive international festival featuring over 1,200 events. This transformat...
Gall & Gall and Etos websites back online, apps remain unreachable
The websites for Gall & Gall, Etos, and Albert Heijn are back online following a recent cybersecurity incident at Ahold Delhaize, though some app features and delivery services remain restricted. Whil...
From near extinction to a thriving fishery: how Portugal’s sardine population was saved
After facing near-extinction due to overfishing, Portugal's sardine population is recovering thanks to a successful management plan. This restoration has revitalized the local fishing industry while e...
Number of cybersecurity companies more than quadrupled in five years
The number of registered cybersecurity companies in the Netherlands has quadrupled since 2021, reaching 962 by October 2024. This rapid growth is driven by increasing cyber threats and regulatory chan...
Floor (22) and Danique (29) open a lunchroom and bakery
Floor and Danique have opened a new bakery and lunchroom called Brood Café at Kleine Houtstraat 66 in Haarlem. The business serves a variety of artisanal breads and homemade delicacies seven days a w...
Low incomes spend more on childcare: can make a ten-euro monthly difference
Childcare organizations in the Netherlands are increasingly charging rates that exceed government subsidies, placing a greater financial burden on low-income families. Experts warn that these rising c...
Not just IDFA: Amsterdam’s wider cultural sector hit by rising hotel costs as tourist tax hike drives away key visitors
Amsterdam's cultural sector, including major events like IDFA, ADE, and the Holland Festival, is struggling due to rising tourist taxes and hotel VAT. These increased costs are forcing organizers to r...
Sunny (55) has a racy job but is looking for a career change: ‘How can I phrase my work experience?’
A 55-year-old woman named Sunny is seeking career advice on how to professionally reframe her years of experience as a sex worker while transitioning to a new field. She is consulting with Anne-Marije...
Albert Heijn site and app back online, grocery deliveries resume Friday
Albert Heijn has restored its website and app following a cyberattack that caused a week-long outage across Ahold Delhaize platforms. Customers can access account features immediately, while the abili...
Trade with Russia remains lucrative, but companies face risks
Despite 21 rounds of European Union sanctions against Russia, some businesses continue to profit by using third-party countries to bypass export restrictions. Experts warn that while such trade is luc...
Stellantis to hire hundreds of additional engineers in coming years
Stellantis plans to hire hundreds of new engineers as part of a multi-billion euro investment strategy running through 2030. While the company aims for growth, it is also being sued by several organiz...
Private landlords are renting out fewer properties in the city: "A problem for students"
Private rental properties in Amsterdam have decreased by 18 percent in three years as landlords sell their units due to new rent control laws and increased taxation. While this shift favors buyers, it...
The end of blind bidding: pressure on the housing market is easing
The Dutch housing market is seeing a cooling trend as rising mortgage interest rates reduce the frequency of overbidding. While buyers have more breathing room, industry experts caution that this shif...
Butcher surprised by drop in meat consumption: 'Customers keep coming'
Meat consumption in the Netherlands has dropped by 12 percent over the last ten years, driven largely by the rising cost of beef and pork. Despite this national decline, specialized butcher shops rema...
The interim assessment of Project Cruyff: 8 conclusions on his mission at Ajax
Jordi Cruijff has reached his 250th day as a leader at Ajax, prompting an evaluation of his influence on the club's operations. Eight specific conclusions have been drawn regarding his mission as the ...
Gas price hike unstoppable: 2 euros per cubic meter in sight
Natural gas prices in the Netherlands are climbing toward 2 euros per cubic meter due to international market pressures and rising costs. Consumers are increasingly seeking long-term fixed contracts t...
30 years of ADE: how a small networking conference grew into the world's largest dance marathon
The Amsterdam Dance Event is celebrating its 30th anniversary, having grown from a small industry gathering into the world's largest dance festival. Over the past three decades, the event has helped t...
The insane week at Albert Heijn: ‘We grabbed things at random and sent them to stores’
Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn recently experienced a significant cyber incident that forced them to take many internal systems offline. The disruption impacted both warehouse operations and ret...
IDFA film festival sounds alarm over higher tourist tax: 'Amsterdam is pricing itself out of the market for cultural events'
The IDFA documentary festival warns that rising hotel VAT and tourist taxes are making it difficult to host international cultural events in Amsterdam. Festival director Cees van 't Hullenaar states t...
Vacancy | NU.nl is looking for a social economy and healthcare reporter
NU.nl is hiring a reporter specializing in social economy and healthcare to produce original, investigative stories for its audience. The full-time position requires three years of experience and is b...
Albert Heijn online grocery delivery unavailable until at least Tuesday, customer data appears safe for now
Albert Heijn has suspended all online grocery deliveries until at least Tuesday due to a cyber incident that also took down its websites and apps. While the supermarket reports no evidence of data the...
Farmer and toy seller: why be a farmer if you can't make a living from it?
The Houdijk family in Abbenes keeps their farm running by supplementing crop production with a successful toy shop and off-farm employment. Despite the financial instability of the agricultural sector...
Buying cheap cigarettes in Germany? Excise duties are rising sharply there too
Germany has approved major increases to tobacco taxes and introduced new levies on sugary soft drinks and certain alcoholic beverages. These measures, aimed at improving public health and boosting gov...
Insurers: fewer home fire damage claims in Haarlem again last year
The number of residential fire insurance claims and fire department interventions in Haarlem decreased last year. However, the total cost of damages remains high due to inflation and rising constructi...
ANWB acquires NextEnergy to become a major player in the energy market
The ANWB is acquiring energy supplier NextEnergy to expand its presence and capabilities in the dynamic energy market. The merger, which still requires regulatory approval, will allow the ANWB to leve...
Criminals steal huge quantity of insulin pens from Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk has reported the theft of a large quantity of insulin pens from a medical wholesaler, raising concerns about their illegal sale. The manufacturer warns that these stolen items could be fa...
New setback for Zuidasdok: further delays and major concerns over funding
The Zuidasdok infrastructure project in Amsterdam faces significant delays and a funding shortfall of over one billion euros, leaving the completion of critical tunnels uncertain. Local officials are ...
Food banks relieved as Albert Heijn resumes operations: steady flow of donations restarts
Albert Heijn has restored its distribution operations, allowing the resumption of vital food donations to Voedselbanken Nederland after a brief disruption. The partnership is critical for the organiza...