Economy News in English
Latest economy headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Ferry route to Ameland remains possible only through daily dredging under cabinet plan
The Dutch government has canceled plans to improve the ferry route between Holwert and Ameland, forcing the connection to remain dependent on expensive daily dredging. While local officials warn that ...
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Karremans on scrapping traffic plans: It hurts, but we have a huge problem
Minister Vincent Karremans has announced that new infrastructure projects will be cancelled to address a multi-billion euro deficit. The government is prioritizing the urgent maintenance of aging brid...
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...
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...
More overnight stays in Amsterdam again, but fewer visitors from outside Europe
Amsterdam expects 24.4 million overnight stays in 2026, driven by continuous growth despite a drop in visitors from outside Europe. To manage the pressure of mass tourism and address resident concerns...
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 ...
Why Yesilgöz is not panicking now that the VVD is taking a hit
This article discusses current Dutch political issues, including government efforts to manage infrastructure funding amidst budget cuts. It also touches upon parliamentary dynamics regarding tax plans...
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...
Relief prevails: funding for Nedersaksenlijn, Eindhoven station, and Haringvliet bridge
The Dutch government has allocated billions of euros for major infrastructure projects, including the Nedersaksenlijn, improvements to Eindhoven Central Station, and the renovation of critical bridges...
Cabinet makes tough choices: see here which new traffic projects will proceed and which will not for now
The Dutch government is shifting 18 billion euros toward the maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure rather than investing in new expansion projects. As a result, numerous motorway expansion...
Millions of households feel the impact of rising energy prices in their wallets
Rising wholesale gas prices driven by international instability are forcing millions of households in the Netherlands to face higher energy costs upon contract renewal. The Authority for Consumers and...
Port of Rotterdam transported more coal, crude oil and mineral oil products
The Port of Rotterdam reported increased throughput of coal, crude oil, and mineral oil products, driven by higher demand for energy production and a recovery in the German steel sector. Despite decli...
No funding for Zuidasdok megaproject in new cabinet plans
The Dutch government has frozen funding for the northern part of the Zuidasdok project to prioritize the maintenance of existing national infrastructure. This decision delays one of the country's larg...
Ethical hacker Joost hacked the government and NASA, AI worries him: ‘Schoolkids can hack companies’
Ethical hacker Joost Grunwald, who has successfully breached systems at NASA and the government, warns that artificial intelligence is significantly accelerating the speed of cyberattacks. He cautions...
Apax becomes sole owner of Odido in multi-billion deal
Private equity firm Apax Partners is acquiring full ownership of the Dutch telecommunications company Odido in a deal reportedly valued at 6.5 billion euros. The transaction is pending regulatory appr...
Tesla's latest model 'flies', but it's unclear if it's street-legal
Tesla has unveiled a new Roadster that utilizes SpaceX rocket thrusters to perform short flights and achieve extreme acceleration. While the company plans to begin production in 2028, it remains uncer...
Minister rejects women's quota for TU Delft for now: 'Legal change goes too far'
The Dutch Ministry of Education has blocked a proposal by TU Delft to reserve 30 percent of spots in its aerospace engineering program for female students. The ministry concluded that the quota is not...
From the Lelylijn to creaky bridges: what's at stake on Karremans' priority list
Infrastructure Minister Vincent Karremans is unveiling a priority list to manage an 80 billion euro budget shortfall by delaying new projects in favor of critical maintenance. The government is focusi...
Haarlemmerdijk business owners on torn-up shopping street: 'This could be the final straw for a whole group'
The Haarlemmerdijk in Amsterdam will undergo eighteen months of partial closures starting in late October to replace gas and water pipes. Local entrepreneurs fear the reduced foot traffic will signifi...
Gasoline prices drop another 5 cents after a week of skyrocketing pump prices
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have fallen by 5 cents, causing the cost of fuel to drop below the current price of diesel. This decline follows a volatile week of high energy costs driven by ongoi...
ETIAS travel authorization not yet mandatory, but fake websites are already offering them
Authorities warn that over 150 fraudulent websites are currently offering fake ETIAS travel authorizations, despite the official system not yet being active. Travelers are advised that when the progra...
France admits British cars can be labeled as Made in Europe
France and Germany have agreed to a compromise for the Industrial Accelerator Act, allowing British cars to qualify as European under specific trade conditions. This exemption requires the UK to adopt...
Police and Public Prosecution Service will not launch investigation into Albert Heijn cyber incident
Dutch authorities will not launch a criminal investigation into the Albert Heijn cybersecurity incident because no sensitive customer data was stolen. Despite the lack of an official investigation, th...
Supermarkets benefit from AH incident but wish competitor well
Albert Heijn is experiencing major technical disruptions that have halted online deliveries and caused supply issues nationwide, prompting customers to flock to rival supermarkets. While competitors r...
Labor exploitation is rising, tackling it remains difficult: 'Justice system must lower the bar'
Reports of labor exploitation in the Netherlands increased to 401 in 2025, with significant spikes in the hospitality and agricultural sectors. Experts warn that few cases lead to prosecution due to h...
Westeinder campsite residents back in court: 'compensation too low'
Residents of Camping De Westeinder have returned to court in Haarlem to challenge the inadequate compensation offered by developer Kleen Estate for their forced relocation. Many residents rely on the ...