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Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Cabinet keeps DigiD contract with Solvinity for the coming years
The Dutch government has officially extended its DigiD contract with service provider Solvinity until 2028. State Secretary Eric van der Burg signed the agreement despite opposition from parliament me...
Ryanair boss calls for morning alcohol ban at airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling for a ban on early morning alcohol sales at airport bars to reduce the number of intoxicated passengers on flights. He questioned the necessity of serving beer a...
CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Ted Turner, the founder of the international news network CNN, has died at the age of 87. Turner, who had been suffering from a form of dementia in recent years, passed away according to a report from...
CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Ted Turner, the founder of the American cable news network CNN, has passed away at the age of 87. CNN reported the death of its founder, who was a prominent media mogul and philanthropist.
Tata plant still emitting excessive chromium-6 after trial run
Tata Steel has delayed the restart of its casting-rolling plant after trial runs revealed that chromium-6 emissions remain too high. The company is continuing to investigate the cause of the excessive...
Citizens lose case against Solvinity extension
A Dutch judge has ruled that the government may extend its contract with IT service provider Solvinity, dismissing a lawsuit filed by three citizens. The plaintiffs sought to block the extension due t...
Four French CEOs in quick succession: why Dutch companies choose ‘decisiveness from Paris’
Major Dutch corporations including ABN Amro, AkzoNobel, ASML, and Ahold Delhaize are increasingly appointing French executives to top leadership positions. This trend reflects a growing preference for...
Four arrested for millions in COVID support fraud
The Netherlands Labour Inspectorate arrested four individuals from The Hague for allegedly defrauding the government of 8 million euros in COVID-19 relief funds. These funds were originally intended t...
Court blocks farmers from spreading more manure in areas with polluted ditches
A Dutch judge ruled on Wednesday that farmers are not permitted to increase the amount of manure spread in areas with high nitrogen levels. The decision aims to address poor water quality in these reg...
Telecom providers have made it easier to cancel subscriptions
Nine telecom providers have simplified the process for customers to cancel their mobile and fixed phone subscriptions. Users can now cancel online and will no longer receive follow-up phone calls afte...
Deposit collector Verpact surprised by Amsterdam alderman’s remarks: ‘Around 20 million euros already goes to Amsterdam’
AEX hits new record as oil prices plummet following Trump's Iran remarks
The Amsterdam AEX index reached a new record high as global oil prices fell following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments regarding progress in negotiations with Iran. Despite the drop in oil price...
Resident of shot-at home in Amsterdam Southeast moves after offer from Eigen Haard
A tenant in Amsterdam-Zuidoost whose apartment was repeatedly shot at in January has agreed to move to a different location in the city following a settlement with housing corporation Eigen Haard. The...
Fewer hotel rooms booked than expected in US World Cup cities
Hotels in American host cities for the upcoming World Cup are experiencing lower demand for rooms than initially anticipated. A survey conducted across eleven host cities revealed that booking numbers...
New Moerdijk coalition insists on clarity and compensation
Six parties in the new Moerdijk coalition have released their governing agreement, focusing on clarity regarding industrial and energy infrastructure expansion plans. The coalition emphasizes the need...
KLM further postpones flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia
Dutch airline KLM has extended its flight cancellations to Dubai and Saudi Arabia until at least June 28 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The suspension was previously set to end on Jun...
66 municipal reports on construction, demolition, tree felling, and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 66 permit applications last week regarding construction, demolition, tree felling, and catering. Residents can review these reports to see specific developments p...
Haarlem midwifery practice Luna expands to Santpoort-Noord: 'We are the village practice in the city'
Haarlem-based midwifery practice Luna is expanding with a new location in Santpoort-Noord, scheduled to open on May 9th. The new facility on Broekbergenlaan will provide pregnancy support and host an ...
Paracetamol for 4.75 euros in Berlin, 64 cents in Amsterdam: why do Germans pay so much more?
Medicines in Germany, such as paracetamol and cancer treatments, are up to 76 percent more expensive than in the Netherlands. The article examines the reasons behind this significant price disparity a...
Philips sells more healthcare equipment and benefits from Hormuz blockade
Philips reported an increase in sales of hospital equipment, such as scanners and remote care systems, during the first months of the year. This growth is partly attributed to supply chain disruptions...
Unions: major fears of cuts at KLM
Unions at KLM have expressed significant concern regarding potential reorganizations and interventions as the airline begins developing a new strategic plan for the period after 2030. The workforce fe...
Netherlands heading for stagflation horror scenario: 'Costs us purchasing power and jobs'
Experts warn that the Netherlands and Europe are heading toward a period of stagflation, characterized by a stagnant economy and rising prices. This economic scenario could result in a significant los...
Albert Heijn parent Ahold Delhaize to appoint Thierry Garnier as new CEO in 2027
Ahold Delhaize, the parent company of Albert Heijn and Bol.com, has announced that Thierry Garnier will succeed Frans Muller as CEO in April 2027. Muller, who has led the company since 2018, will reti...
Norway reopens three gas fields for European gas supply
Norway's Ministry of Energy has announced the reopening of three decommissioned gas fields in the North Sea to bolster Europe's energy supply. Production at these sites is scheduled to resume in 2028.
IJmuiden port pines to be removed for new construction but will get a second life
Pine trees in the IJmuiden port area are being removed from Margadantstraat to make room for new office buildings. Jeroen Zorgdrager of BIZ Havengebied IJmuiden initiated a plan to relocate the trees ...
Opinion: ‘Higher tourist tax in Amsterdam? Then they’ll just find a hotel in Zaandam, Diemen or Almere’
Amsterdam entrepreneur keeps Benelux’s largest picture framer in city center: ‘I didn't buy a frame shop, I bought an adventure’
Wild squid and huge pans of paella – Nazka owner opens Spanish restaurant in Amsterdam
D-Day for DigiD: Will the ID system remain in Dutch hands?
The Dutch government has extended its contract with Solvinity, the administrator of the DigiD identification system, despite a potential takeover of the firm by an American company. This move has spar...
Another VVD member moves to gambling industry: Former MP Rosemarijn Dral named director of lobby group VNLOK
Former VVD Member of Parliament Rosemarijn Dral has been appointed as the new director of VNLOK, the trade association for licensed online gambling providers. Her move highlights continuing close ties...