nuJun 10, 2026, 10:01

TenneT sees risk of power shortages increasing faster: 'Must be prepared'

TenneT, the operator of the Dutch high-voltage grid, warns that the risk of power shortages is increasing more rapidly than expected due to growing demand. Potential shortages could occur on winter evenings with low wind and solar output, when continuous power sources like gas plants may be insufficient to meet needs.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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, the supermarket chain continues to experience service disruptions and is working to restore its digital systems.

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 report increased traffic and sales, industry officials stress that the national food supply remains stable and secure.

Liveblog cyber crisis at Albert Heijn | Many empty shelves remain and online orders down, but fresh produce stock slowly being replenished

Albert Heijn is experiencing ongoing product shortages and service disruptions due to a recent cybersecurity incident that forced the company to take its systems offline. While distribution centers are now restarting and some fresh produce supplies are being replenished, the company's website and app remain unavailable, and online orders are currently suspended.

Navigation company TomTom cuts about 200 jobs

Navigation company TomTom is eliminating approximately 200 jobs as part of a restructuring effort to streamline management and improve operational agility. The company is pivoting its focus toward automated driving and AI-driven location intelligence to counter recent financial declines, which saw third-quarter net profits fall by 44 percent.

Empty shelves show the Netherlands is poorly prepared for a major cyber threat

A recent IT incident at Albert Heijn exposed the Netherlands' susceptibility to cyber threats, leading to calls for improved digital resilience and better contingency planning. Experts urge organizations to prioritize cybersecurity over pure efficiency by implementing offline backups and conducting regular disaster simulations.