Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
More clarity on Energy Port construction expected in autumn
There will be no clarity regarding the construction of the Energy Port along the North Sea Canal until this autumn. Currently, it remains uncertain when or if work on the project can continue.
Utrecht Mayor: we won't leave it at that
Utrecht Mayor Sharon Dijksma has criticized the announced freeze on new power grid connections, calling it a 'bitter pill.' She expressed her dissatisfaction on social media, stating that the city wou...
Major fire at thrift store in Sevenum
A large fire has broken out in a thrift store on Maasbreeseweg in the center of Sevenum, Limburg. Local safety authorities are monitoring the situation as the blaze continues in the village.
No new power connections in part of Utrecht from July 1
Starting July 1, residents and businesses in parts of the Utrecht province will be unable to obtain new or upgraded power connections due to grid congestion. Applications will be placed on a waiting l...
Traditional Dutch snacks make way for Asian favorites: Gyoza and yakitori on the rise
Traditional Dutch snacks like the bitterbal and frikandel are losing popularity as consumers increasingly opt for Asian alternatives like gyoza and yakitori. An analysis by trade magazine Distrifood i...
Fairground boss Klaas (66) returns to IJmuiden for 40th year with three generations and ‘watchdog’ Cooper: ‘Here they tell it like it is’
Fairground operator Klaas Braak has returned to IJmuiden for the 40th year, accompanied by two of his children and the family dog. Braak expressed his appreciation for the direct and down-to-earth nat...
European Court allows ‘cheat cigarettes’ to stay, ‘bizarre reasoning’
The European Court of Justice has ruled that current cigarette emission measurement methods can remain in place, effectively allowing so-called "cheat cigarettes" to stay on the market. This decision ...
Tax authorities seize €14 million property of landlord Change=, tenants still waiting for money
Parliament demands self-employed benefits victims not be fined after all
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is demanding that the cabinet honor its promise to freelancers who assisted with the childcare benefits scandal recovery. The intervention aims to prev...
Zelensky reports Druzhba pipeline has been repaired
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the Druzhba pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Eastern Europe, has been repaired. The pipeline is now ready to resume operations following ...
100 euro banknotes soon available at ATMs: Geldmaat starts trial
Geldmaat is launching a pilot program to include 100 euro banknotes in its ATMs, increasing the current maximum denomination from 50 euros. The trial will roll out across 46 Geldmaat locations in majo...
Paper newspapers will no longer be delivered to Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog from July
Publishers Mediahuis and DPG will stop delivering paper newspapers to the Dutch islands of Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog starting in July. The decision, caused by changes at postal service PostNL, affe...
Poultry housing order lifted, except in Gelderse Vallei
State Secretary Silvio Erkens has lifted the poultry confinement obligation for hobbyists and commercial farms across most of the Netherlands. The mandate remains in effect only for the Gelderse Valle...
Prices of used petrol and diesel cars fall gradually as demand for used electric vehicles skyrockets since start of war
The Dutch government has implemented an oil plan due to rising Middle East tensions and sustained high fuel prices. Consequently, the demand for used electric vehicles is surging while the prices for ...
Apple wins lawsuit against Dutch seller: counterfeit AirPods must be removed
Apple has won a summary proceeding against the Dutch wholesaler TTP Concept in Style for selling counterfeit AirPods Pro. The court ruled that the company infringed on Apple's trademark rights and ord...
German kebab chain angry at KFC over new Krispy Kebab snack
The German kebab chain Krispy Kebab is in a dispute with KFC over the American fast-food giant's launch of a new snack product. The menu item shares the same name as the German company, leading to a c...
Employers reject mandatory work-from-home day: 'A difficult puzzle'
The European Union is considering a proposal to mandate at least one day of remote work per week for employees in member states to mitigate the energy crisis. Dutch employers have voiced opposition to...
Security firm warns of crypto scams in Strait of Hormuz
A security company is warning shipping firms of potential cryptocurrency scams near the Strait of Hormuz. Fraudsters are reportedly promising safe passage through the region in exchange for bitcoin pa...
Listening in at Essent’s swamped customer service: ‘Fear that energy will become even more expensive’
Reporter Ton Voermans visited Essent's customer service department, which is experiencing a surge in calls from consumers concerned about the ongoing energy crisis. Many callers are seeking fixed cont...
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia for another month
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until June 14. The airline had previously scheduled to resume operations on May 16, but has now pushed that date bac...
Indoor golf on the rise: "Golf used to be an old man's sport, this is more affordable"
Indoor golf is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam as a more accessible and affordable alternative to traditional golf, especially among younger players. While some traditionalists still prefe...
How LinkedIn sees your job application even without an account: from ‘rejected for lack of knowledge’ to ‘wants too much salary’
LinkedIn monitors the job application process by collecting data on interview statuses and internal employer notes regarding candidate skills and salary demands. This extensive tracking even extends t...
First NS train conductors start working with bodycams
The Dutch national railway (NS) has started equipping train conductors with bodycams to help de-escalate conflicts and improve safety. Approximately 3,500 employees are expected to be using the device...
Mass claim against Odido explodes: over 200,000 sign-ups on first day
More than 200,000 people have joined a mass claim against telecom provider Odido within the first day of its launch. The collective legal action follows a significant data breach that affected the com...
Our economy grew faster than neighboring countries last year
The Dutch economy grew by 1.8% last year, outperforming neighboring countries primarily due to increased consumer spending. While households had more disposable income to support this growth, many ind...
Dutch drivers not flocking across the border for fuel: ‘Effect much smaller than expected’
A study by ABN Amro reveals that only a small percentage of Dutch drivers regularly cross the border to Belgium or Germany for cheaper fuel despite high domestic prices. The findings suggest that the ...
Milieudefensie launches new climate lawsuit against Shell over oil and gas fields
Milieudefensie has launched a new climate lawsuit against Shell, demanding that the company stop drilling for new oil and gas fields. This legal action follows a recent appeal in a previous case where...
Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down and is succeeded by John Ternus
Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple and will be succeeded by John Ternus in September. Ternus currently serves as the head of the company's hardware division.
Rat poison put in baby food in attempt to extort German manufacturer
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jars was intentionally added as part of an extortion attempt against the German manufacturer. The Austrian police issued a public warning regarding the contaminated ...
Government insists no one is profiting from sky-high fuel prices
The Dutch cabinet maintains that neither oil companies nor the national treasury are profiting from high fuel prices. Consequently, the government has decided against implementing measures to skim off...