Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
High demand for Rheinmetall air defense systems in the Middle East
German defense company Rheinmetall reports a significant increase in demand for its air defense systems in the Middle East since the outbreak of war. The company aims to double the number of systems d...
Amsterdam fashion brand wins sustainability award: hotel linen gets a second life in colorful clothing
Peter Gillis appeals tax fraud verdict
Reality star Peter Gillis is appealing a court sentence of eighteen months in prison and a €1.3 million fine for tax evasion. The ruling, issued by a court in Den Bosch, includes a six-month suspend...
Airline passengers retain right to compensation for cancellations due to high fuel costs
The European Commission has ruled that passengers are still entitled to compensation, refunds, or rebookings if their flights are canceled because of high fuel prices. High kerosene costs are not a va...
Jason Derulo wins copyright case over Savage Love song
Jason Derulo has won a copyright lawsuit regarding his hit song "Savage Love." A jury ruled that guitarist Matthew Spatola failed to prove his contribution to the track, meaning he is not entitled to ...
Milieudefensie should be happy its leader Donald Pols is joining Tata Steel
Donald Pols, the former leader of the environmental organization Milieudefensie, is transitioning to a position at Tata Steel. The article invites readers to participate in a poll regarding whether th...
Watching the World Cup in the pub? Haarlemmermeer allows it all night long
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer will lift entry time restrictions for bars and pubs during the upcoming World Cup, allowing establishments to stay open 24 hours a day if they choose. This temporary...
'I just want to work and earn my own money': work-study program offers new opportunities
The Amsterdamwerkt! program provides Amsterdam residents with step-by-step guidance and work-study opportunities to secure paid employment. By focusing on sectors that match individual skills, the ini...
More camping vehicles on the road, caravans especially popular
Caravan registrations in the Netherlands rose by 18 percent in March and April compared to the previous year, with 2,152 new units registered. According to industry organizations KCI and BOVAG, the su...
Damage from Almere data center fire not yet assessed
NorthC is currently assessing the damage at its Almere data center following a fire that broke out on Thursday. Although the fire was brought under control that evening, the company is still working t...
Beware of AI companies, expert warns: ‘They are preying on our data to feed their systems’
Former MEP Marietje Schaake warns of the growing influence and data collection practices of AI companies in her new book, The Power Code. She argues that these corporations aggressively seek user data...
Pump prices fall further after drop in oil prices
Fuel prices at gas stations continued to decline on Friday following a drop in global oil prices. The decrease is attributed to hopes for a resolution in the Middle East conflict after reports that Ir...
Vera van Stapele tried everything to limit the queues at her cookie shop: ‘I Googled how to get fewer customers’
Bargain hunters lured by 90 percent discounts at Fonq, but it turns out to be a trap
Scammers are using fake advertisements on TikTok and Instagram to lure bargain hunters with claims of 90 percent discounts due to a supposed bankruptcy of the webshop Fonq. The Dutch Fraudehelpdesk ha...
Netherlands-based company behind taxi app fined 100 million euros for leaks to Russia
The Netherlands-based company MLU, which operates the taxi app Yango in Norway and Finland, has been fined 100 million euros for insufficient security when transferring user data to Russia. The fine f...
Mandatory in new cars as of July 1, 2026: black box, new brake lights, and driver monitoring camera
New European safety regulations taking effect on July 1, 2026, will make features like black boxes and driver-monitoring cameras mandatory in all new cars. While intended to improve road safety, these...
Painful for Nintendo and a blow for fans: Switch 2 to be slightly more expensive
Nintendo is increasing the price of the Switch 2 in Europe by approximately 30 euros, bringing the total cost to 500 euros. Additionally, the company expects to sell fewer units this year compared to ...
Reaal customers agree to investment insurance settlement; payouts can begin
Over 90 percent of Reaal customers involved in the usury policy claim have accepted a personal compensation settlement. This agreement allows for the finalization of the deal and the payout of tens of...
Heavily secured transport full of valuables from Municipal Pawnshop
On Sunday, April 19, a heavily secured transport moved 45,000 valuable items from the Stadsbank van Lening's Bijlmerplein branch in Amsterdam to other locations. The operation, which involved police e...
Toyota expects lower profit due to Middle East unrest
Toyota expects its profit for the current fiscal year to decrease by 20% due to supply chain disruptions and rising costs. The Japanese automaker cited the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as the p...
More than half of job postings say nothing or are vague about salary
Data from job site Indeed reveals that only 48 percent of job vacancies currently provide a salary indication, despite approaching European transparency regulations. Salary information is particularly...
Kruidvat employees from Velserbroek back from Paris after winning prize: ‘Dining on the Seine was a magical experience’
Employees from the Kruidvat store in Velserbroek recently returned from an all-expenses-paid three-day trip to Paris. The trip was a reward for the team being named the best Kruidvat branch in the Net...
US court: Trump's import tariffs illegal
A U.S. trade court has ruled that President Donald Trump's 10 percent import tariffs on the majority of goods entering the country are illegal. The decision issued on Thursday marks a significant lega...
Trump gives EU until July 4 for trade deal, threatens tariffs
US President Donald Trump has issued a deadline of July 4 for the European Union to implement a trade deal with the United States. He threatened to increase import tariffs on the trade bloc if the agr...
Harrods compensates dozens after abuse by businessman Al Fayed
British department store Harrods has compensated more than 75 victims following sexual abuse allegations against its late owner, Mohamed Al Fayed. The individuals received full compensation after fili...
Municipalities concerned about DigiD platform takeover. ‘This shows the dependency of municipalities on national choices’
Dutch municipalities are expressing concern over the potential takeover of digital service platforms like DigiD and MijnOverheid by non-European companies. While acknowledging a long-standing dependen...
Cruise line: proper procedure followed after first death
Cruise company Oceanwide Expeditions has stated that proper procedures were followed after the natural death of a 69-year-old Dutch passenger aboard the ship Hondius. The statement comes in response t...
Talpa cancels new season of Massa is Kassa due to Peter Gillis lawsuits
Talpa has suspended production of new seasons for the reality show 'Familie Gillis: Massa is Kassa' following legal convictions against star Peter Gillis. Gillis was recently sentenced to prison for t...
Tense two-week wait for Tomassen Duck-To: Judge holds fate of duck slaughterhouse in their hands
Tomassen Duck-To is currently in a legal dispute with the municipality of Ermelo regarding its operating permits. A judge is expected to rule within two weeks, which will determine if the duck slaught...
NOS and Talpa reach World Cup deal: highlights to be shown on VI and Oranjezomer
NOS and Talpa Network have reached an agreement regarding this summer's FIFA World Cup, allowing Talpa to broadcast highlights of all 104 matches on programs like Vandaag Inside and Oranjezomer. The N...