Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Healthcare sees opportunities for AI in the workplace, but guidelines are urgently needed
Healthcare workers express a strong interest in utilizing AI in the workplace, though there is currently no clear framework for its implementation. Research from the ECP Platform for the Information S...
NATO asks lawmakers to ease regulations for arms manufacturers
NATO has called on the parliaments of member nations to ease regulations that hinder the arms industry from increasing production. The alliance's deputy chief urged lawmakers on Monday to remove obsta...
Lawyer Knoops given suspended suspension by disciplinary board
The Amsterdam Disciplinary Board has imposed a four-week conditional suspension on lawyer Geert-Jan Knoops. This decision marks the first time that a disciplinary measure has been issued against him.
Harbour Club Oost officially declared bankrupt
Heineken seeks new boss after CEO departs
Heineken is currently searching for a new CEO following the departure of Dolf van den Brink, whose term ended on May 31. The Dutch brewing company has not yet announced a successor for the position.
New step for Amsterdam hospitality family Vooges with Bar Staal: ‘First you teach them everything, now they tell me things I never taught them’
Advertising agency KesselsKramer, known for the I amsterdam letters, declared bankrupt
CEO fraud hits Haarlem SMEs, fake payment requests sent in director's name
CEO fraud is increasingly targeting small and medium-sized enterprises in Haarlem through the use of insecure business domains to send fake payment orders. Scammers impersonate company directors to au...
Employees can lease second bicycle at lower tax rate
New regulations from the Dutch Tax Authorities now allow employees to lease multiple company bicycles at the lower tax rate of seven percent. This adjustment makes it more financially attractive for w...
Knoops lawyer couple reprimanded for excessive billing
I'm sick of ads and they turn out to be unreliable too
Journalist Sam van Opbergen discusses the prevalence of deceptive and annoying online advertisements, noting that many have become increasingly fraudulent. The commentary explores the growing frustrat...
Police raid business premises in Hoofddorp, taxi van seized
Police and customs officials conducted a raid on a car company's premises on Jadelaan in Hoofddorp on Monday morning. Officers from the Amsterdam unit participated in the operation, which resulted in ...
Stockpiling drives strongest growth in Dutch industry in years
The Dutch industrial production saw its strongest growth in four years last month. This surge was primarily driven by panic buying from customers in response to the conflict in the Middle East.
Hospitality businesses and retailers see revenue rise in first quarter
The Dutch hospitality sector experienced a 2.2 percent turnover increase in the first quarter, marking its twentieth consecutive quarter of growth. Additionally, retail turnover in April saw an increa...
Thousands of travelers hit by Transavia cancellations: 'Receive maximum 400 euros compensation'
Transavia cancelled numerous flights last week due to operational issues and aircraft unavailability, affecting thousands of travelers. Impacted passengers are eligible for a maximum compensation of 4...
KLM receives €1 billion from Schiphol for real estate: path cleared for new terminal
KLM and Schiphol have finalized a deal worth nearly 1 billion euros for the airline's real estate, including the demolition of an old cargo building. This agreement clears the way for the construction...
TikTok Shop rivals Saturn and Douglas in Germany, shopping feature coming to Netherlands
TikTok Shop is scheduled to launch in the Netherlands on June 15, allowing users to purchase products directly through the app. The expansion follows its introduction in Germany, though the platform f...
Printer: Curaçao causes striking surge in flag orders this World Cup
Printing company Drukbedrijf reports that orders for Curaçao flags have increased tenfold since the country qualified for the World Cup. This surge in demand marks a significant peak in sales for the...
Successor to iDIN identification service to be widely used in the Netherlands
The Belgian identification app itsme is launching for widespread use in the Netherlands starting Monday as a successor to the iDIN service. It allows users to log in to various organizations, such as ...
On the Zeedijk is analog camera shop Analogue, where they want you to take your time
Goos Personal Training & Coaching moves to larger location: ‘We want everyone to feel at home’
Goos Personal Training & Coaching has relocated to a larger facility at Velserduinplein after seven years of operation on Kennemerlaan. The move followed a two-month renovation period designed to crea...
Not everyone in De Pijp is against tourists: ‘Without tourists, not a single pub would survive here’
Amsterdam to launch its own port week in June; IJmuiden Port Festival follows a week later
Amsterdam will host its first port week in June to showcase the innovation and accessibility of its harbor as part of the Zeehavendagen. The event aims to demonstrate the relevance of the port and wil...
Flower bulb trader C.S. Weijers & Sons in Hillegom appointed Purveyor to the Household: 'A crown on a hundred years of entrepreneurship'
The flower bulb trading company C.S. Weijers & Zonen in Hillegom has been officially designated as a Purveyor to the Royal Household. The honorary title was presented by the King's Commissioner of Sou...
Four suspects arrested red-handed after business burglary in Vijfhuizen
Four suspects were caught red-handed and arrested by police during a burglary at a business on Hybrideweg in Vijfhuizen on the night of May 31. The same premises had been targeted by burglars in a pre...
Terrace screen 'Friethuys bij de Boer' accidentally destroyed; 'Fortunately no one was injured'
A motorist accidentally crashed into the terrace screens of the snack bar Friethuys bij de Boer around 10:40 AM. No injuries were reported in the incident, although the property sustained damage while...
China warns EU it will hit back hard against new trade measures
China has warned the European Union that it will resolutely retaliate if new restrictive trade measures are implemented. This statement follows a European Commission report concluding that the current...
Velsen allows cafes to stay open longer during World Cup, but no extra enforcement
The Velsen city council has approved extended opening hours for catering establishments during the World Cup football tournament. This policy specifically applies to venues that broadcast late-night m...
Jan, Arjan and Frank are the beating heart, but without Anna Putter the construction company would never have come this far: 'Behind every good company stands a strong woman'
Construction company J.M. Putter in Uitgeest is celebrating its 60th anniversary under the leadership of Jan Putter and his sons Arjan and Frank. The family credits much of the business's long-term su...
DPG Media extends newspaper project for people in poverty
DPG Media is extending a project that provides 5,000 free annual newspaper subscriptions to individuals with low incomes. The decision follows a study by Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, whi...