Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
State Secretary blocks takeover of company behind DigiD
Dutch Secretary of State Willemijn Aerdts has banned the acquisition of Solvinity, the company responsible for the DigiD system, by the American firm Kyndryl. The decision was made following advice fr...
Ajax tries to save a leaking ship by throwing the crew overboard
Wendy sells Heemskerk donkey beach towels: 'Curious which countries they will end up in'
Wendy Dijkstra's shop in Heemskerk is seeing high demand for donkey-themed beach towels, which are expected to be popular on local beaches this summer. The colorful accessories have become a hit with ...
Efteling introduces new attraction where visitors can fly themselves
The Efteling theme park has announced a new attraction called Ravenring, which is designed in the style of Raveleijn. Set to open next winter, the ride will allow visitors to control their own flight ...
House search and servers seized after Ajax hack: suspect (35) accessed systems multiple times
KLM strike threat over: pilots to get 3.25% pay rise
KLM pilots have reached a preliminary agreement on a new collective labor agreement, ending the threat of industrial action after more than a year of negotiations. The deal includes a 3.25 percent sal...
Young people can increasingly apply for jobs via text or Instagram: ‘Otherwise they lose interest’
Companies are increasingly allowing young job seekers to apply via WhatsApp or social media to prevent them from losing interest due to traditional application methods. This shift toward concise, info...
Coffee has become much more expensive in recent years, big differences between brands
Research by the Consumentenbond indicates that supermarket coffee prices have risen significantly over the past five years. The study highlights a substantial price gap between premium A-brands and pr...
Ferrari presents its first electric car: the Luce
Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, its first fully electric sports car featuring four electric motors. The new vehicle is expected to be priced at approximately 550,000 euros.
Number of mega-farms increasing according to Wakker Dier
The number of mega-stables in the Netherlands is increasing despite an overall decrease in the total number of farms. According to Wakker Dier, this trend is caused by scaling as small farmers quit an...
Sûr Atelier nominated for Appeltje van Oranje: Haarlem initiative aims to challenge fast fashion and break the cycle of poverty
Sûr Atelier, a clothing studio based in Haarlem, has been nominated for the Appeltje van Oranje award for its efforts to break the cycle of poverty. The initiative has operated for over ten years, pr...
Company car destroyed by fire in Velsen-Noord
A commercial vehicle was completely destroyed by a fire on Tuesday morning on Hagedisstraat in Velsen-Noord. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day, leaving the vehicle a total loss.
Construction of new children's center and 90 homes at De Velst feasible, criticism of developer's profit maximization unfounded
A feasibility study has confirmed that constructing a new child center and 90 residential units at the De Velst site in Heemskerk is viable. This finding addresses previous concerns and criticism rega...
What will Schiphol’s A-pier cost travelers? Next lawsuit over construction fiasco looms
Max Verstappen reaches milestone in Canada; Red Bull bosses hope for quick commitment from Dutch star
Max Verstappen secured his first podium of the year by finishing third in the Canadian Grand Prix, marking a milestone for Red Bull-powered engines. While the team's leadership is pushing for a quick ...
Break-in at Ray-Ban on Kalverstraat, glasses store littered with glass
AEX hits new record after reports of nearing Iran-US deal
The AEX index in Amsterdam hit a record high on Monday following reports of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Investors are hopeful that a deal will reopen the Strait of ...
Security, cleaning, baggage: Schiphol wants an end to chaos and fragmentation, but lacks a clear view of what is really happening
Schiphol Airport is attempting to address operational chaos and poor working conditions by reforming its long-standing practice of outsourcing services like security and baggage handling. Recent disru...
Shoes completely dismantled for recycling in Heerhugowaard: ‘Look how many shoes you have. We are walking on a problem every day’
FastFeetGrinded in Heerhugowaard processes thousands of old shoes per hour into reusable raw materials to help the European fashion industry become fully circular. As a leader in recycling, the Nether...
Beloved ‘ugly duckling’ returns: now electric
Citroën has announced the return of the iconic 2CV, commonly known as the 'ugly duck,' which will now be produced as an electric vehicle. This transition to electric power represents a major update f...
Number of self-employed remains high despite stricter Tax Authority checks
The number of self-employed workers in the Netherlands, particularly in the healthcare and construction sectors, saw a slight increase during the first quarter of the year. This growth persists despit...
Reader's question: Company increases heat pump bill by 25% without consultation. Is it allowed?
A homeowner faced a surprise price increase when an installation company billed over €8,200 for a heat pump initially quoted at €6,500. The article addresses the legal limitations on price hikes a...
BP gas station likely to go. Geesterduin, one of Castricum's largest construction projects, moves a step closer
Developer Hoorne Vastgoed has reached an agreement with BP to remove a gas station at Geesterduin in Castricum, clearing a major hurdle for a large residential project. The Geesterduin 2.0 development...
Oil prices fall more than 5 percent on Iran deal hopes
Oil prices have fallen by more than 5% amid hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran to end conflict. Additionally, Asian markets experienced slight gains following these developments.
Zeeburgereiland desperate for larger supermarket, but must wait longer
Zeewijck Liquor & Wine Store in IJmuiden releases anniversary beer: 'Enjoyable beer pairs perfectly with a snack board'
Slijterij & Wijnhuis Zeewijck is releasing a special anniversary beer to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The beverage will be available starting May 29th at the liquor store's Zeewijkplei...
Cycling and pedestrian tunnel at Velsertraverse installed in just 34 minutes: 'A great spectacle'
A new pedestrian and bicycle tunnel connecting Beverwijk and Velsen-Noord was successfully installed at the Velsertraverse in just 34 minutes. The project, managed by contractor Heijmans and the Provi...
IJmuiden lock route closed for rest of weekend due to malfunction
The sluice complex in IJmuiden is closed for the remainder of the weekend due to multiple technical malfunctions that began on Saturday, May 23. This closure impacts both shipping and road traffic, sp...
New name and logo for merged welfare organization to be unveiled at De Luifel theater in Heemstede
The welfare organizations Welzijn Bloemendaal and WIJ Heemstede are officially merging after a year of preparation. The new name and logo for the combined organization will be unveiled next week at th...
Congested power grid forces companies into expensive behind-the-meter measures
Dutch companies are increasingly investing in private batteries and smart energy systems to cope with a congested power grid. These measures help alleviate pressure on the infrastructure, potentially ...