Amsterdam Times

Rotterdam School of Management Launches Geopolitical Risk and Supply Chain Program

Erasmus University’s Rotterdam School of Management has introduced an executive education program for supply-chain leaders dealing with trade fragmentation, regulatory change and geopolitical risks.

Delft University Spin-Off Secures Funding for Energy-Efficient Desalination Technology

A Delft University of Technology spin-off has raised Series A financing from international climate-technology investors to develop an energy-efficient membrane system designed for water desalination.

Amsterdam Zuidas Office Values Show Signs of Stabilizing

Real estate investment trusts in Amsterdam’s Zuidas district report that prime office valuations are stabilizing as companies continue to favor highly sustainable and energy-efficient buildings despite hybrid working.

ProRail Deploys Automated Track Inspection Systems Across Dutch Rail Network

Dutch rail infrastructure manager ProRail has introduced diagnostic trains using optical and acoustic sensors to monitor track and overhead-wire conditions and reduce unexpected service disruptions.

Heineken Invests in Lower-Carbon Brewing Operations in Den Bosch and Amsterdam

Heineken is upgrading production facilities in Den Bosch and Amsterdam as part of plans to reduce brewing emissions while continuing to invest in its premium beer portfolio.

Wageningen Researchers Deploy Precision Farming Technology to Cut Nitrogen Emissions

Wageningen University and agtech companies are testing sensor-based farming systems in Gelderland aimed at maintaining agricultural output while reducing nitrogen emissions under Dutch and European environmental rules.

Dutch EV Charging Network Expands Along A1 and A12 Motorways

Stellantis and Dutch charging partners have installed new high-capacity electric-vehicle charging hubs along major motorway corridors, supporting growing electric fleets and zero-emission freight transport.

A2 Motorway Restrictions Begin Between Everdingen and Deil for Six Weeks

Rijkswaterstaat has introduced major lane restrictions on the A2 between Everdingen and Deil, affecting travel between Utrecht and Den Bosch and prompting authorities to warn of substantial congestion.

Dutch Consumer Spending Grows as Wage Gains Outpace Headline Inflation

Statistics Netherlands reported continued household consumption growth as nominal wage increases remained ahead of headline inflation, with spending particularly resilient on experiences and sustainable goods.

KLM Advances Fleet Renewal and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Agreements

KLM executives outlined aircraft modernization plans and longer-term sustainable aviation fuel procurement at Schiphol as the airline works toward European aviation emissions requirements.

Eindhoven University Launches Quantum Computing Partnership With Semiconductor Industry

Eindhoven University of Technology has begun a research collaboration with European microelectronics companies focused on developing next-generation quantum processing components and linking academic research with industrial production.

KPN and VodafoneZiggo Expand Standalone 5G Networks Across Major Dutch Cities

KPN and VodafoneZiggo are accelerating standalone 5G deployment in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Eindhoven to support enterprise applications, automated logistics and smart-city systems.

Port of Rotterdam Deploys Digital Twin System for Vessel Traffic Management

The Port of Rotterdam has introduced a digital twin platform using real-time sensor data and artificial intelligence to improve docking schedules, reduce vessel turnaround times and lower emissions.

Dutch Banks Report Higher Corporate Loan Demand for Green Energy and Circular Manufacturing

ING and Rabobank are seeing increased commercial lending demand for renewable energy, hydrogen and circular manufacturing projects as companies respond to tighter European sustainability requirements.

The Hague Courts Prepare Hearings on Cross-Border Climate and Environmental Liability

International tribunals in The Hague are preparing proceedings examining climate obligations and state accountability, with cases addressing questions of international environmental law and liability.

Shell and North Sea Partners Advance Offshore Wind Links for Green Hydrogen Production

Shell and offshore wind partners have completed engineering milestones for electrical conversion infrastructure intended to supply renewable power to green hydrogen facilities along the Dutch coast.

North Sea Hydrogen Network Advances Into Engineering and Environmental Assessment

Gasunie and regional partners have moved the planned Dutch hydrogen backbone into detailed engineering and environmental studies, with the network intended to connect industrial areas in Rotterdam and Eemshaven with German markets.

NXP Expands Automotive Semiconductor Production in Nijmegen

NXP Semiconductors plans to increase fabrication and testing capacity for automotive microcontrollers at its Nijmegen facility, targeting demand from European electric-vehicle manufacturers.

North Brabant Prepares High-Tech Expansion Expected to Support More Than 20,000 Jobs

Regional development agencies in North Brabant have begun permitting and site preparation for expanded high-tech manufacturing corridors designed to accommodate more than 20,000 engineering and technical positions.

Rotterdam and Other Dutch Ports Work to Clear Backlogs After Labor Action

Port operators in Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Zeeland are maintaining elevated coordination after localized dockworker protests disrupted cargo handling, with logistics managers working to restore normal container flows.

Dutch Cybersecurity Agency Heightens Guidance for Critical Infrastructure Operators

The Netherlands’ National Cyber Security Centre has issued stronger risk guidance to energy, water and transport operators, urging tighter network controls and vigilance against sophisticated state-sponsored cyber espionage.

Amsterdam Housing Tensions Rise as Rental Caps Draw Investor Criticism

Amsterdam’s new limits on mid-market rent increases are intended to protect affordability, but property investors warn the measures could further weaken residential construction in the city.

Dutch Central Bank Warns Labor Shortages and Weak Productivity Are Constraining Growth

De Nederlandsche Bank said persistent labor shortages in professional and technical sectors are limiting economic expansion, calling for greater automation and targeted education reforms to improve productivity.

ASML Continues Major Share Buyback as Global AI Chip Demand Supports Business

ASML disclosed more than €400 million of open-market share repurchases during the week as demand for its advanced extreme ultraviolet lithography systems remains supported by investment in high-performance artificial intelligence computing.

Schiphol Warns of Severe Access Disruption During Nationwide Transport Strike

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol warned international passengers that rail, bus and tram access will be heavily disrupted during the national transit strike, with travelers advised to expect severe road congestion and limited ground transport ...

Nationwide Dutch Public Transport Strike Set to Halt Trains, Trams, Buses and Metros

Dutch unions FNV and CNV confirmed a 24-hour nationwide transport strike against proposed €6.5 billion cuts to social security and unemployment benefits, with Nederlandse Spoorwegen and regional services expected to face widespread disru...

Schiphol Handles 37.3 Million Passengers as Quieter Aircraft Gain Share

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol handled 37.3 million passengers in the first half of the year, while tariff incentives helped increase the share of arriving aircraft in the airport’s quietest and most modern categories to 38%.

Dutch Mortgage Guarantee Limit Rises to €470,000

The Netherlands has raised its National Mortgage Guarantee ceiling to €470,000, with state-backed financing available up to €498,000 for buyers undertaking extensive home sustainability improvements.

Amsterdam Median Home Price Stabilizes at €594,000

The median residential property price in Amsterdam has settled at €594,000 as price growth cools from pandemic-era levels, though continuing housing shortages are limiting improvements in affordability.

Philips Secures $33.7 Million in U.S. Funding for Robotic Stroke Care

Philips has received $33.7 million from U.S. government agencies to accelerate development of robotic technologies for stroke intervention as the company expands its clinical robotics and medical software businesses.

Heineken Continues €1.5 Billion Share Buyback Amid Global Market Pressures

Heineken is proceeding with a €1.5 billion share repurchase program while restructuring its Amsterdam headquarters and pursuing cost reductions as weaker conditions persist in parts of Africa and Asia.

ASML Plans to Expand Japan Workforce to About 700 by 2030

ASML intends to grow its Japanese workforce to roughly 700 employees by 2030 as it strengthens engineering and customer support for the country’s expanding semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Schiphol Invests Record €801 Million in Terminal and Electrical Upgrades

Royal Schiphol Group invested €801 million in infrastructure during the first half of 2026 as part of a €10 billion program to modernize terminals, electrical systems and other airport facilities.

Dutch Trade Minister Travels to China to Stabilize Commercial Relations

Foreign Trade Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma has begun a diplomatic mission to China aimed at strengthening bilateral economic ties while the Netherlands balances access to Chinese markets with European technology and semiconductor controls.

Netherlands Sends Rescue Team to Venezuela and Frigate to Eastern Mediterranean

The Netherlands has deployed a rescue and recovery team to Venezuela following major earthquakes while sending the HNLMS Evertsen air-defense frigate to the eastern Mediterranean for regional maritime security duties.

Netherlands Hosts International Claims Commission for Ukraine in The Hague

The Dutch government has formally inaugurated the International Claims Commission for Ukraine in The Hague to establish a framework for processing future war reparations and civilian compensation claims linked to Russia’s invasion.

Adyen Accelerates Data Center Spending as It Expands Beyond Payments

Adyen is increasing data center investment following acquisitions of Talon.One and Orb as it expands into billing and broader enterprise financial services, with spending expected to temporarily reduce profit margins to 49%.

Netherlands Cuts Property Transfer Tax for Investors to 8%

The Dutch government has reduced the property transfer tax for property investors from 10.4% to 8% in an effort to encourage investment in the country’s strained mid-market rental sector.

Amsterdam Private Rents Jump 7.3% as Landlords Sell Properties

Private-sector rents in Amsterdam rose 7.3% from a year earlier as landlords reduced rental holdings following the Affordable Rent Act and changes to wealth taxation, tightening housing supply.

Philips and Dutch Government Commit €150 Million to Medical Technology

The Dutch government and Philips will invest €150 million in medical technology, with funding aimed at expanding clinical innovation and the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare.

Heineken Appoints Rafael Oliveira as CEO After Shareholder Pressure

Heineken has named external executive Rafael Oliveira as chief executive, breaking with a long tradition of internal promotions as institutional investors press for tighter operational discipline and asset divestments.

Netherlands Prepares European Defense Autonomy Agenda for Ankara NATO Summit

Prime Minister Rob Jetten and Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz are preparing a Dutch agenda focused on strengthening Europe’s ability to provide for its own defense within NATO.

Dutch Authorities Hold 32 Suspects After Fatal Armed Violence in Gelderland

Justice Minister David van Weel called an armed confrontation in Overasselt unprecedented for the Netherlands, while prosecutors said 32 suspects of various European nationalities remain detained on suspicion of murder.

Dutch Government Launches International AI Strategy to Strengthen European Technology Position

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy has introduced an international artificial intelligence strategy focused on public-private cooperation, European digital rules and maintaining the Netherlands as a leading center for AI...