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Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem pays hundreds of thousands less than feared to Tax Authority over 'illegal' freelancers
The Haarlem city council expects to pay approximately 400,000 euros less in back taxes than originally budgeted for misclassified self-employed workers. The city had initially set aside 600,000 euros ...
Heineken appoints Brazilian coffee executive as new CEO
Heineken has nominated Rafael Oliveira, the former CEO of JDE Peet's, as its next Chairman and CEO starting October 1, 2026. Oliveira will lead the Dutch brewing company following his previous experie...
Heineken nominates Rafael Oliveira as new CEO
Heineken nominates Rafael Oliveira as new top executive
Heineken has nominated Rafael Oliveira as the company's new top executive. The announcement signals a key leadership transition for the Amsterdam-based brewing giant.
Gambling industry sues Meta: 'Doing nothing about addiction issues'
The Dutch trade association for legal gambling companies, VNLOK, is initiating a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. The organization claims that Meta fails to adequate...
Thirsty for a beer? 7 breweries in Haarlem
The article highlights seven local breweries in Haarlem that produce authentic craft beer. These establishments are recommended as ideal spots for residents and visitors to enjoy a cold drink during h...
Fewer Dutch people calling in sick, but duration of absence is increasing
Sickness absenteeism in the Netherlands dropped to 4.7% in May, though it remains at a higher level than in previous years. Data from occupational health services ArboNed and HumanCapitalCare indicate...
Government must invest in IJmuiden lock complex: Port of Amsterdam CEO sees negative impact on shipping flow
The CEO of the Port of Amsterdam is calling on the Dutch government to invest in the IJmuiden lock complex to ensure the port remains accessible. He warned that failing to provide funding could lead t...
88,000 fewer self-employed as companies opt for flex workers: ‘The only option left’
The number of flexible workers in the Netherlands has increased by 63,000 over the past year, while the number of self-employed individuals continues to decline. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) reports t...
After mayo and ketchup, margarine in sachets: a silent revolution in canteens and hospitality
Smilde Foods has introduced tear-off pouches for margarine to reduce plastic waste in company canteens and the catering sector. The Dutch company spent over a year developing the new packaging, which ...
Madonna biopic scrapped due to budget issues
Madonna has revealed that the long-awaited biographical film about her life was cancelled by Universal Pictures due to budgetary problems. The singer shared that the studio decided to pull the plug on...
‘Tourists out, Amsterdammers in’: hotels open doors to the neighborhood next week
Hackers less successful against Dutch companies, but no end to data leaks in sight
Recent research indicates that Dutch companies were targeted by cyberattacks less frequently last year. Furthermore, even when attacks occurred, the resulting damage was less severe, though data breac...
Roodbeen and Kijk in de Vegte move to Radio 10, replacing Gordon and Froukje
Radio presenters Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte are moving from NPO Radio 2 to Radio 10. Starting after the summer, the duo will host the station's morning show, replacing current pre...
'We're not being taken seriously,' says resigning member of Schiphol Social Council
Jeroen Wester, an elected member of the Maatschappelijke Raad Schiphol (MRS), has resigned from his position, claiming the advisory board is treated as a "rubber stamp." He stated that the council is ...
Music producer Clive Davis dies at 94, discoverer of Whitney Houston and Alicia Keys
American music producer Clive Davis dies at 94
Renowned American music producer and former record executive Clive Davis has passed away at the age of 94 in his New York home. His family confirmed his death to The New York Times following his hospi...
Oil price drops, but diesel and petrol prices at the pump rise by 1 cent tomorrow: how is that possible?
Gasoline and diesel prices at Dutch gas stations are set to increase by a maximum of one cent on Tuesday. This price hike occurs despite a significant drop in global oil prices on the international ma...
Fire at Thai massage parlor in Zandvoort, two checked for smoke inhalation
A fire broke out in a Thai massage parlor on Louis Davidsstraat in Zandvoort on Monday afternoon. Emergency services, including the fire department and two ambulances, were dispatched to the scene, wh...
Deceased ABN Amro employee may have died from poisoning and drowning
A 39-year-old man is suspected of murdering his partner in their Amsterdam home by poisoning and drowning her, according to the Public Prosecution Service. The defense argues that the cause of death h...
Air conditioner demand quadruples after sweltering weekend
Demand for air conditioning units in the Netherlands has quadrupled following a sweltering weekend, according to local installers. Since 2020, annual sales in the country have consistently remained ab...
Deaths and many injured in Qatar natural gas complex explosion
A massive explosion at the Barzan natural gas facility in Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial zone killed at least 13 people and injured 66 others on Sunday. Authorities confirmed that the incident has not ...
Protein powder popularity leads to stock market euphoria
The surging popularity of protein powder has triggered euphoria on the stock market, leading to large-scale acquisitions and multi-million euro investments. Since 2023, the price of whey protein isola...
FNV: Schiphol security guards have too little time for checks
The FNV union reports that over half of security guards at Schiphol Airport have insufficient time to perform safety checks correctly. This conclusion stems from an analysis of nearly 200 complaints f...
New hospitality business coming behind Shell on the A9 near Heemskerk
A new catering establishment is set to open at the Akermaat parking area behind the Shell station on the A9 near Heemskerk. The local municipality has officially granted the necessary permit for the p...
When will the Ajax coach first take to the pitch and what happens to surplus players? Four pressing questions answered
Ajax is preparing for the new football season while the World Cup is underway, with several questions remaining regarding the team's training schedule. Club watcher Johan Inan addresses key topics, su...
Former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan dies at 100
Alan Greenspan, the former chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve who served from 1987 to 2006, has died at the age of 100. He passed away on Monday due to complications from Parkinson's disease.
More strikes at FrieslandCampina for higher pay
Employees at FrieslandCampina dairy factories are launching a new round of strikes this week due to ongoing disputes over a new collective labor agreement. The FNV union has been organizing industrial...
Have your say on Haarlem station square
From June 29 to July 3, residents and travelers are invited to provide input on the renovation of the Haarlem station area during the Week of the Station Area. The event includes activities like playi...
Stricter interest-only mortgage rules hit older homeowners
Major Dutch banks have introduced stricter regulations for interest-only mortgages, which may prevent some older homeowners from moving or accessing their home equity. These changes are expected to im...