Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Oil and European gas prices fall after signing of Iran deal
Oil prices dropped on Thursday morning following a new agreement signed between the United States and Iran. Brent crude, the benchmark for Middle Eastern oil, decreased in value by more than 2 percent...
NS to alert passengers when summer ticket promotion expires
The Dutch railway company NS will notify passengers when their discounted summer subscription is nearing its end. This initiative aims to prevent travelers from accidentally paying full price for a su...
Brussels blows up Box 3: 'Truly radical, this will cost the treasury billions'
The European Commission is set to propose new rules that will make investing through private limited companies significantly more lucrative, potentially undermining the Dutch 'box 3' wealth tax system...
Despite Iran deal, inflation expected to rise to 3.4 percent
Despite a decline in oil and gas prices following the Iran agreement, EU inflation is expected to rise to 3.4 percent by the fourth quarter. Businesses and citizens are predicted to continue bearing t...
Prosecution: Link to Funcaps products proven in 18 deaths
The Dutch Public Prosecutor's Office announced during a preliminary court hearing in Zwolle that they can prove eighteen deaths were caused by substances sold through the website Funcaps. Three suspec...
Schiphol warns of long queues this summer: 'The current situation is unsustainable'
Schiphol Airport is warning travelers of long queues this summer caused by technical issues with the new Entry/Exit System (EES). The airport described the current situation as unsustainable, noting t...
Called off by your boss due to bad weather? You are still entitled to pay
The article discusses the legal rights of hospitality workers in the Netherlands who are employed on zero-hour contracts. It explains that these on-call workers are often entitled to pay even when shi...
You can stop by Roy’s for coffee in IJmuiden: ‘Having my own cart was always a dream of mine’
After retiring at age 67, IJmuiden resident Roy Pesik has fulfilled his dream by launching a mobile coffee cart business called 'Barong Specialty Coffee.' The venture allows the retiree to stay active...
From lion suits to Swedish meatballs, entrepreneurs gear up for World Cup fever
Entrepreneurs in Amsterdam are gearing up for the upcoming World Cup match between the Netherlands and Sweden by offering themed merchandise and snacks. Local businesses, from party shops to projector...
Ships depart Iranian ports after blockade lifted
Iranian international shipping is resuming after a deal between Iran and the United States lifted a blockade on Iranian ports. State media reports that several ships have already left or returned to t...
Dyson can be customer-friendly too, as Ruud knows
Ruud Buurma reports a positive customer service experience with Dyson, providing a contrast to the company's generally poor reputation for service and accessibility. While the Ombudsman team and many ...
Growing mismatch in Amsterdam housing market: rising demand for social and luxury homes as supply lags
It’s true: new aircraft are demonstrably quieter around Schiphol
Johan Cruyff, Eberhard van der Laan and illuminated St. Andrew's crosses: Arena area refurbished
The area surrounding the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam is undergoing significant renovations, including new murals of Johan Cruijff and former mayor Eberhard van der Laan. Improvements include illu...
Selcuk saw three boys exercising as his business was destroyed: "I feel guilty"
A massive explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp destroyed a gym after explosives being prepared for ATM robberies in a storage unit below detonated. Gym owner Selcuk reported that three members were inside du...
Shore leave for ship crews easier than before: ‘Going ashore is an outlet after months at sea’
The Port of Amsterdam is making shore leave more accessible for seafarers by requiring terminals to facilitate easier access to land. A new pilot program also offers free transportation for sailors on...
Uitgeest station coffee bar proves its worth: 'Started simply with a filter coffee machine'
A citizen-led coffee bar at Uitgeest station has officially opened following a successful trial period of several months. The initiative emphasizes community ownership and aims to provide a local gath...
Mangione uses mental state as defense in murder case
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of an American insurance executive, plans to use his mental state as a defense in his trial. If the judge accepts this defense, Mangione could be convicted o...
Vitens warns of reduced tap water in Northeast Twente
Drinking water company Vitens has warned residents in Northeast Twente that they may experience lower water pressure this summer due to scarce supplies. The company sent letters to affected municipali...
Fire at company in Velsen-Noord quickly under control
A fire broke out at a company in Velsen-Noord on Wednesday afternoon. Firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control and extinguish it completely within thirty minutes.
Pesticides still ending up in ditches at bulb growers, water board sees ‘increasing number of exceedances’
The Rijnland water board reports that pesticides from bulb growers continue to contaminate local ditches, leading to an increase in regulatory violations. In response, the water board will conduct str...
Paris adventure ends for controversial budget retailer SHEIN
The Parisian department store Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV) is terminating its partnership with the Chinese e-commerce giant SHEIN after just seven months. The store's new owner characterized the c...
Installation company stops taking customers in central Amsterdam and De Pijp: ‘Can no longer guarantee technician will be on time’
Carnival hit echoes through courtroom as ABBA blocks 'mutilation' of song
ABBA and Universal Music are engaged in a legal battle with the Dutch carnival band De Kapotte Kachels over a parody song titled "Dikke Pens." The pop group claims the cover "mutilates" their original...
Hospi Housing: Help a student find a room
The city of Haarlem is partnering with the platform Hospi Housing to encourage residents to rent out spare rooms to students and young professionals. This initiative aims to address the housing shorta...
Man jailed for using deepfakes to open ABN AMRO accounts
The Amsterdam District Court sentenced a man to 30 months in prison, with six months suspended, for committing deepfake fraud. The individual used deepfake technology to forge identity documents and s...
V&D hotel plan backed by Haarlem city council despite ban; exception being explored
The Haarlem city government is considering an exception to its hotel ban to allow the conversion of the former V&D building into a hotel. Owners of the historic property at Verwulft requested the chan...
City of Amsterdam helps affected gym Onna 365 find new location after Osdorp explosion
NPO joins forces with European broadcasters for new children's series
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is collaborating with four other European public broadcasters to develop new fiction series for children aged seven and older. This partnership is designed to provide ...
