Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
NS CEO Wouter Koolmees has not yet completed conductor training
NS CEO Wouter Koolmees has not yet completed the conductor training he committed to when taking office in 2022. He initially planned to work as a conductor to gain firsthand insight into the daily exp...
Hacked lab failed to secure data properly, inspection finds
The Health and Youth Care Inspectorate found that the Clinical Diagnostics laboratory failed to adequately secure its data before being hacked last year. This breach allowed cybercriminals to steal me...
He hated it, now Revolut founder Storonsky is shaking up the entire banking world
Nikolay Storonsky, the founder of Revolut, is disrupting the traditional banking industry as his digital bank reaches 1.5 million customers in the Netherlands. Often compared to Jeff Bezos, Storonsky ...
NS CEO Wouter Koolmees reappointed for new four-year term
Wouter Koolmees has been reappointed as the CEO of the Dutch national railway company, NS, for a second four-year term. The former D66 politician is scheduled to begin his new tenure on November 1, 20...
EU imported record amount of Russian LNG at start of year
The European Union imported a record volume of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia during the first quarter of 2026. This increased reliance on LNG from both Russia and the United States has been ...
TUI sees traveler uncertainty due to war: almost half yet to book summer holidays
Travel organization TUI reports that nearly half of travelers have yet to book their summer holidays due to uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East. As a result, hotel and resort booking...
Skyr is flying off the shelves, but is it actually better than regular quark?
Supermarkets in the Netherlands are facing shortages of the dairy product skyr due to a surge in demand driven by social media trends on Instagram and TikTok. Suppliers are currently struggling to kee...
Entrepreneurs achieve energy savings and reduce CO2 emissions
Dutch entrepreneurs significantly invested in energy-efficient technologies and installations last year, leading to substantial energy savings. These efforts resulted in a reduction in CO2 emissions a...
Trump administration begins refunding billions to importers
The Trump administration has begun refunding more than $35.5 billion to importers after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the administration's import tariffs were illegal. The payouts are being distri...
Is sunbed lawsuit good news for frustrated Dutch vacationers?
A German family won a lawsuit and received 900 euros in compensation from their tour operator for failing to intervene in the practice of guests reserving pool sunbeds with towels. This ruling could s...
Charging station manufacturer Alfen sees revenue rise, charging system sales fall
Dutch charging station manufacturer Alfen reported a 25% revenue increase in the first quarter of 2026, driven by growth in energy storage systems and smart electricity grids. Despite this overall gro...
UvA and VU resume use of Canvas after deal with hackers
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) are restoring access to the Canvas learning platform after its parent company reached a deal with the hacking group Shinyhunters...
Class action group rejects Odido response: Nearly half a million seek compensation
The organization leading a mass claim against telecom provider Odido has rejected the company's refusal to compensate victims of a major data leak. Nearly 500,000 individuals have already joined the l...
No support for coalition plan for corporate ‘freedom contribution’
A majority in the Dutch House of Representatives has rejected a coalition proposal to fund increased defense spending through higher disability insurance premiums for businesses. The opposition unanim...
City prepares for Harry Styles concert series: Camping banned
British pop star Harry Styles is set to perform a record-breaking ten-concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, attracting nearly half a million fans. Authorities have banned fans from c...
Ryanair flight makes emergency landing at Schiphol after pilot falls ill
A Ryanair flight made an emergency landing at Schiphol Airport on Monday evening after a pilot became unwell. The airline confirmed the medical emergency on Tuesday, stating that it necessitated the u...
US prices rising at fastest pace in three years
The United States experienced its highest inflation in nearly three years this April, with prices for goods and services rising by 3.8% annually. This increase is largely driven by soaring fuel costs ...
Fat bike ban makes Enschede city center much quieter, says municipality
The municipality of Enschede reports that its fat bike ban in the city center has successfully reduced traffic since it took effect on March 11. Fat bike retailer La Souris has filed a lawsuit against...
Drink producer Stëlz adjusts advertisement after criticism of new poster
The Amsterdam-based beverage producer Stélz has announced it will modify its latest advertising poster following public criticism. The company confirmed the decision after initial reporting by RTL Ni...
Crying delivery drivers and high turnover: why are mail carriers fleeing PostNL?
PostNL is appealing a record 7 million euro fine imposed by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets amid criticism from the FNV union regarding poor working conditions. Union representativ...
Amsterdam drinks producer Stëlz adjusts ads after criticism
eBay rejects GameStop bid: 'Not credible or attractive'
Auction site eBay has rejected a 56 billion dollar takeover bid from video game retailer GameStop, calling the offer neither credible nor attractive. GameStop is reportedly considering a hostile takeo...
Odido will not compensate customers after data breach from cyberattack
Odido has announced it will not compensate customers following a data leak caused by a cyberattack in February. CEO Søren Abildgaard stated that the company was not found to have violated any regulat...
Tiësto wins lawsuit against US law firm, awarded 17 million euros
DJ Tiësto has won a lawsuit against a United States law firm after the Amsterdam Court of Appeal ruled in his favor regarding incorrect tax advice. The court ordered the firm to pay the DJ 17 million...
Odido refused to pay after major hack and stands by it: 'It's not about the money'
Odido refused to pay a ransom following a major cyberattack in February that exposed the personal data of 6.39 million customers. Chief Commercial Officer Tisha van Lammeren stated that the decision w...
Wingtech appears overconfident with $8 billion claim against Dutch State
Wingtech is seeking 8 billion dollars in damages from the Dutch State following a government intervention involving its subsidiary, Nexperia, in October. Current assessments suggest the legal claim ha...
Color disappears from Japanese chip bags due to oil shortage from Iran war
Japanese snack giant Calbee is switching its colorful packaging to black and white designs to cope with an oil shortage. The supply issue stems from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East affecting m...
More car damage during holiday rush: 'Good preparation can prevent costs'
The risk of car damage increases significantly during the vacation season, yet many Dutch travelers are unsure of how their insurance coverage works abroad. Experts recommend reviewing policy details ...
Tata Steel investigates whether more slag can be used in cement
Tata Steel is collaborating with a cement company to investigate incorporating more types of steel slag into construction materials to promote sustainability. This initiative aims to find alternative ...
Complaints about carmaker Lynk & Co: customers receive hefty bills years after returning cars
The Dutch consumer television program Radar has received numerous complaints about the Chinese car manufacturer Lynk & Co. Former customers report being surprised by unexplained invoices for thousands...