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Transport expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel dies at 64

Traffic expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel has died at age 64. A lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, he was well-known for his contributions to logistics, mobility, and local activism.

Traffic expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel has passed away at the age of 64. A lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, he was a prominent voice in logistics and urban mobility, frequently offering critical insights on city infrastructure, supply chains, and the parcel industry. He was a familiar face in local media, appearing regularly on AT5 to discuss his professional expertise with the city of Amsterdam. Former traffic alderman Melanie van der Horst expressed deep sorrow, describing him as a passionate advocate with a sharp mind and a great love for the city. Beyond his academic and consulting career, Ploos van Amstel was known as a DJ in the LGBTQ+ community under the name Big General and was a dedicated activist for gay rights. His family has requested donations to the Homomonument Foundation in his memory. While the specific cause of death remains private, he had recently described experiencing an unexpected medical crisis.

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