Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Coffee has become much more expensive in recent years, big differences between brands
Research by the Consumentenbond indicates that supermarket coffee prices have risen significantly over the past five years. The study highlights a substantial price gap between premium A-brands and pr...
Ferrari presents its first electric car: the Luce
Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, its first fully electric sports car featuring four electric motors. The new vehicle is expected to be priced at approximately 550,000 euros.
Number of mega-farms increasing according to Wakker Dier
The number of mega-stables in the Netherlands is increasing despite an overall decrease in the total number of farms. According to Wakker Dier, this trend is caused by scaling as small farmers quit an...
Sûr Atelier nominated for Appeltje van Oranje: Haarlem initiative aims to challenge fast fashion and break the cycle of poverty
Sûr Atelier, a clothing studio based in Haarlem, has been nominated for the Appeltje van Oranje award for its efforts to break the cycle of poverty. The initiative has operated for over ten years, pr...
Company car destroyed by fire in Velsen-Noord
A commercial vehicle was completely destroyed by a fire on Tuesday morning on Hagedisstraat in Velsen-Noord. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day, leaving the vehicle a total loss.
Construction of new children's center and 90 homes at De Velst feasible, criticism of developer's profit maximization unfounded
A feasibility study has confirmed that constructing a new child center and 90 residential units at the De Velst site in Heemskerk is viable. This finding addresses previous concerns and criticism rega...
What will Schiphol’s A-pier cost travelers? Next lawsuit over construction fiasco looms
Max Verstappen reaches milestone in Canada; Red Bull bosses hope for quick commitment from Dutch star
Max Verstappen secured his first podium of the year by finishing third in the Canadian Grand Prix, marking a milestone for Red Bull-powered engines. While the team's leadership is pushing for a quick ...
Break-in at Ray-Ban on Kalverstraat, glasses store littered with glass
AEX hits new record after reports of nearing Iran-US deal
The AEX index in Amsterdam hit a record high on Monday following reports of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Investors are hopeful that a deal will reopen the Strait of ...
Security, cleaning, baggage: Schiphol wants an end to chaos and fragmentation, but lacks a clear view of what is really happening
Schiphol Airport is attempting to address operational chaos and poor working conditions by reforming its long-standing practice of outsourcing services like security and baggage handling. Recent disru...
Shoes completely dismantled for recycling in Heerhugowaard: ‘Look how many shoes you have. We are walking on a problem every day’
FastFeetGrinded in Heerhugowaard processes thousands of old shoes per hour into reusable raw materials to help the European fashion industry become fully circular. As a leader in recycling, the Nether...
Beloved ‘ugly duckling’ returns: now electric
Citroën has announced the return of the iconic 2CV, commonly known as the 'ugly duck,' which will now be produced as an electric vehicle. This transition to electric power represents a major update f...
Number of self-employed remains high despite stricter Tax Authority checks
The number of self-employed workers in the Netherlands, particularly in the healthcare and construction sectors, saw a slight increase during the first quarter of the year. This growth persists despit...
Reader's question: Company increases heat pump bill by 25% without consultation. Is it allowed?
A homeowner faced a surprise price increase when an installation company billed over €8,200 for a heat pump initially quoted at €6,500. The article addresses the legal limitations on price hikes a...
BP gas station likely to go. Geesterduin, one of Castricum's largest construction projects, moves a step closer
Developer Hoorne Vastgoed has reached an agreement with BP to remove a gas station at Geesterduin in Castricum, clearing a major hurdle for a large residential project. The Geesterduin 2.0 development...
Oil prices fall more than 5 percent on Iran deal hopes
Oil prices have fallen by more than 5% amid hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran to end conflict. Additionally, Asian markets experienced slight gains following these developments.
Zeeburgereiland desperate for larger supermarket, but must wait longer
Zeewijck Liquor & Wine Store in IJmuiden releases anniversary beer: 'Enjoyable beer pairs perfectly with a snack board'
Slijterij & Wijnhuis Zeewijck is releasing a special anniversary beer to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The beverage will be available starting May 29th at the liquor store's Zeewijkplei...
Cycling and pedestrian tunnel at Velsertraverse installed in just 34 minutes: 'A great spectacle'
A new pedestrian and bicycle tunnel connecting Beverwijk and Velsen-Noord was successfully installed at the Velsertraverse in just 34 minutes. The project, managed by contractor Heijmans and the Provi...
IJmuiden lock route closed for rest of weekend due to malfunction
The sluice complex in IJmuiden is closed for the remainder of the weekend due to multiple technical malfunctions that began on Saturday, May 23. This closure impacts both shipping and road traffic, sp...
New name and logo for merged welfare organization to be unveiled at De Luifel theater in Heemstede
The welfare organizations Welzijn Bloemendaal and WIJ Heemstede are officially merging after a year of preparation. The new name and logo for the combined organization will be unveiled next week at th...
Congested power grid forces companies into expensive behind-the-meter measures
Dutch companies are increasingly investing in private batteries and smart energy systems to cope with a congested power grid. These measures help alleviate pressure on the infrastructure, potentially ...
Frank and his team like a fish in water on IJmuiden’s ‘PC Industriestraat’: ‘We bring a complete restaurant to our guests’
Van Es Catering, a long-standing business in the IJmuiden port area, has been providing comprehensive catering services for corporate events, private parties, and local venues for 38 years. Owner Fran...
'That is simply deprivation of liberty', Terrace fans unhappy with Haarlem early morning terrace ban
Terrace enthusiasts in Haarlem are expressing frustration over a municipal policy that prohibits outdoor seating in the city center before 11:00 AM. While many patrons are unaware of the restriction, ...
Rotteveel M4 and Castricum Municipality continue development of winning plan for Maranatha Church
Real estate advisor Rotteveel M4 has been selected by the municipality of Castricum to redevelop the Maranathakerk site. The winning project aims to transform the location into a future-proof space fe...
Fietsenwacht charges full price for half a job; refunding proves difficult
Edgar van de Burgt paid the mobile repair service Fietsenwacht to fix two bicycles, but the company only completed one repair while charging for both. After struggling to secure a refund for the unper...
Annemiek (77) and Jasper’s (88) flower shop turns 90, but they aren’t thinking of retiring
Jasper (88) and Annemiek (77) are celebrating the 90th anniversary of their Amsterdam flower shop, De Lelie, which has been in the family for generations. The couple, who took over the business in 198...
New residential care complex at Duin en Bosch estate in Castricum: 'Peeling potatoes and making the bed; self-reliance is encouraged'
A new residential care complex featuring 28 rental apartments is being constructed on the Duin en Bosch estate in Castricum. The facility is designed for elderly individuals with dementia or intensive...
