(IN BRIEF) TomTom announced that co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Harold Goddijn will step down from his role and from the company’s Management Board at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on 16 April 2026. Alain De Taeye’s term as … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged AI driven mapping technology, Alain De Taeye, automotive mapping technology, automotive navigation systems, corporate governance changes, Derk Haank, enterprise geolocation solutions, enterprise location platform, Harold Goddijn, location technology company Netherlands, Mike Schoofs, Taco Titulaer, technology company leadership change, TomTom, TomTom Announces Management Board Changes and Proposed Appointment of New Chief Executive Officer, TomTom CEO succession, TomTom Co-Founder Harold Goddijn to Step Down as CEO After More Than Two Decades Leading the Company, TomTom leadership transition, TomTom Management Board, TomTom shareholder meeting April 2026, TomTom Supervisory Board, TomTom Supervisory Board Nominates Mike Schoofs as CEO Following Succession Process
(IN BRIEF) Vesteda addressed a two-notch credit rating downgrade by S&P Global triggered by an unexpected €4.1 billion investor redemption request. The rating agency cited concerns about potential weakening credit metrics, dependence on investor sentiment in the Dutch residential real … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Real Estate, Technology
Tagged asset sales programme, bond issuance strategy, bond refinancing 2026 2027, bridge facilities €900 million, cost of debt 2.4 percent, credit rating downgrade, CreditWatch, debt investor note March 2026, Dutch residential real estate market, Frits Vervoort, investor redemption request, liquidity management strategy, loan to value ratio, LTV 24 percent, real estate investment company Netherlands, residential property portfolio, residential real estate investment Europe, revolving credit facility €650 million, S&P Global, VESTEDA, Vesteda CFO, Vesteda Highlights Strong Residential Portfolio and Liquidity Buffers Following S&P Global Rating Action, Vesteda Maintains Confidence in Financial Strength Despite S&P Global Downgrade and Large Investor Redemption Request, Vesteda Plans Bond Issuance and Asset Sales While Managing €4.1 Billion Investor Redemptions, €4.1 billion redemption
(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips introduced its next-generation CT imaging system, Rembra, at ECR 2026 in Vienna. The system is designed to address the growing demands on radiology departments caused by rising patient volumes, complex clinical cases and workforce pressures. Rembra … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Austria, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, Netherlands, Science, Technology
Tagged advanced detector technology, AI-enabled radiology workflows, bariatric imaging, computed tomography imaging, CT imaging throughput, CT scanner technology, Dan Xu, diagnostic imaging, ECR 2026 Vienna, emergency imaging, extended field of view CT, healthcare technology, high-acuity imaging, high-speed image reconstruction, Hospices Civils de Lyon, hospital imaging departments, Improved Patient Access and AI-Driven Imaging Efficiency, medical imaging equipment, medical imaging technology, NanoPanel Precise XD detector, New Philips Rembra CT System Combines Advanced Detector Technology, Olivier Rouvière, Philips Unveils Rembra CT at ECR 2026 Delivering Faster Image Reconstruction, radiology innovation, radiology workflow efficiency, Rembra CT system, Royal Philips, RSNA 2025, spectral CT innovation, trauma imaging, Verida spectral CT system, wide-bore CT scanner, Wide-Bore Design and High Throughput for Modern Radiology Departments
(IN BRIEF) Zapia has secured new funding, bringing total capital raised to $19.3 million, with Prosus Ventures making its second investment in the company. The funds will accelerate the launch of Zapia Max, an AI assistant capable of autonomously executing … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged AI assistant platform, AI funding round, AI security controls, autonomous AI agents, browser automation, digital task execution, Europe expansion, Juan Pablo Pereira, Latin America tech startup, Prosus Ventures, Prosus Ventures Backs Zapia Again as Company Expands AI Agent Capabilities, task automation, United States expansion, venture capital investment, Zapia, Zapia Max, Zapia Raises Funding to Advance Launch of Autonomous AI Assistant Zapia Max
(IN BRIEF) Flink has secured around US$100 million in new funding led by Prosus, with Btomorrow Ventures joining as a new investor. The capital will support targeted expansion and operational investments in Germany and the Netherlands following industry consolidation in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged Berlin startup, Btomorrow Ventures, EBITDA profitability, European ecommerce, Flink, Flink Confirms EBITDA Profitability and Strengthens Financial Position with New Funding Round, Flink Raises US$100 Million to Accelerate Profitable Expansion in Germany and the Netherlands, Germany, grocery delivery hubs, growth capital financing, Julian Dames, market consolidation, Netherlands, online grocery market, Prosus, Quick Commerce, REWE, venture investment
(IN BRIEF) Deka Immobilien has signed a long-term lease with Databricks for around 13,000 square meters of office space in ‘The Rock,’ a landmark office building in Amsterdam’s Zuidas district. The property is currently undergoing a major renovation that will … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Real Estate, Technology
Tagged 000 Square Meters at Amsterdam Zuidas Landmark ‘The Rock’ to Databricks, A++ energy label, Amsterdam office market, BREEAM, Databricks, Databricks Chooses ‘The Rock’ in Amsterdam Zuidas for Major Office Expansion Following Extensive Renovation, Deka Immobilien, Deka Immobilien Leases 13, energy efficiency, long-term lease, office redevelopment, office renovation, real estate investment, sustainable offices, technology tenants, The Rock, WestInvest InterSelect, Zuidas
(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina has commissioned a new €10 million ice-water installation at its Lummen production facility to improve sustainability, efficiency, and safety in cream processing operations. The modernized cooling system reduces electricity consumption by up to 50 percent and lowers … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged ammonia replacement, circular energy use, climate goals 2030, CO2 refrigerant, cream production, dairy processing, energy efficiency, energy savings, FrieslandCampina, FrieslandCampina Enhances Sustainable Dairy Processing with Commissioning of High Efficiency Cooling Infrastructure in Lummen, heat pumps, ice water installation, industrial cooling, industrial sustainability, Lummen production site, New Ice Water Installation at FrieslandCampina Lummen Site Cuts Energy Use and Supports Long Term Climate Goals, pasteurisation, residual heat recovery, Ricardo van Wijk, skimmed cream, sustainable production
(IN BRIEF) Vesteda Residential Fund has received indicative redemption requests totaling €4.1 billion, representing about 52 percent of its equity, as most investors intend to reduce their holdings. The requests are mainly driven by strong property value growth, portfolio rebalancing, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged ABP, Affordable Living Venture, Astrid Schlüter, credit rating A minus, EU Market Abuse Regulation, FBI regime, Housing Market, institutional investors, investor redemptions, liquidity plan, middle income households, pension funds, portfolio rebalancing, property investment fund, property portfolio value, real estate transfer tax, rental housing, residential real estate, S and P, total return 2025, VESTEDA, Vesteda Plans Structured Redemption Process Following Significant Investor Withdrawal Requests, Vesteda Residential Fund, Vesteda Residential Fund Receives €4.1 Billion in Redemption Requests as Investors Rebalance Real Estate Portfolios
(IN BRIEF) Eneco has welcomed Martijn Hagens as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking the start of a new leadership phase following the interim tenure of Kees-Jan Rameau. Hagens brings extensive experience from his previous leadership roles at Vattenfall, including … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged CEO Appointment, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer Integrated Energy and Assets, Eneco, Eneco Begins New Leadership Chapter with Martijn Hagens Taking Office as Chief Executive Officer, Eneco Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer Martijn Hagens Following Interim Leadership Transition, energy company, energy transition, executive leadership, Kees-Jan Rameau, Management Board, Martijn Hagens, Mel Kroon, N V Eneco, renewable energy, sustainable energy, Vattenfall, Vattenfall NV
(IN BRIEF) ABL has successfully delivered a reliability and condition-monitoring program for Damen Shipyards’ next-generation electric ferries, helping to improve operational resilience and support the transition to zero-emission maritime transport. Using advanced FMECA analysis and condition-based maintenance principles, ABL developed … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Investment, Netherlands, News, Norway, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged ABL, ABL Completes Validation Program Supporting Reliable Operation of Damen Shipyards Electric Ferries, ABL Supports Damen Shipyards Electric Ferry Development with Reliability and Condition Monitoring Program, Alessio Lombardi, Bureau Veritas AUT-CCS, Condition Based Maintenance, condition monitoring, Constanța Romania, Damen Shipyards, electric ferries, ferry technology, FMECA, maritime electrification, Mission-Critical Systems, reliability engineering, sustainable shipping, vessel reliability, zero-emission vessels
(IN BRIEF) KPN’s 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of solid growth and continued investment in fiber expansion, 5G-quality mobile networks, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy, with the company now providing fiber access to about 70 percent of Dutch households and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Society, Technology
Tagged 2025 Annual Report, 5G network investment, ABP Pension Fund, AI network automation, Althio tower company, Annual General Meeting April 2026, Connect Activate Grow strategy, CSRD reporting, cybersecurity strategy, Digital Inclusion, Digital Resilience, Digitalization and Sustainability Drive KPN’s 2025 Progress as Company Strengthens Networks and Social Inclusion Efforts, Eneco partnership, fiber rollout Netherlands, KPN, KPN Mooiste Contact Fonds, KPN Reports Strong 2025 Performance With Expanded Fiber Coverage and Strategic Investments in Digital Resilience, renewable energy networks, Simyo, Sustainability Initiatives, The Value of Connection, Youfone
(IN BRIEF) SWI Capital Holding Ltd. has been listed on Euronext Amsterdam via a direct listing, achieving an initial market capitalisation of about €1.6 billion. The company, which oversees the globally active Stoneweg Icona Group, manages investments across sectors including … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Government, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged cross border listing, data centres investment, direct listing, Euronext, Euronext Amsterdam, Euronext Securities, European capital markets, global asset management, international investment platform, Jaume Sabater, market capitalisation 1.6 billion euros, Max Hervé George, real estate portfolio, Stoneweg Icona Group, Stoneweg Icona Parent Company Lists in Amsterdam to Access Public Markets and Accelerate Long Term Growth, SWI Capital Holding Ltd
(IN BRIEF) DP World and APM Terminals have formed a strategic partnership at Jeddah Islamic Port, with APM Terminals acquiring a 37.5 percent stake in the Southern Container Terminal while DP World retains operational control. The alliance builds on major … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged A.P. Moller - Maersk, APM Terminals, Build Operate Transfer concession, DP World, DP World Retains Operational Lead as New Alliance Enhances Infrastructure and Supply Chain Integration at Jeddah Islamic Port, global supply chains, integrated transport network, Jeddah Islamic Port, Keith Svendsen, maritime logistics partnership, port infrastructure investment, Red Sea trade hub, Saudi Arabia logistics, Southern Container Terminal, terminal modernization, Vision 2030, Yuvraj Narayan
(IN BRIEF) Alstom has named Kees van der Snel as Country Managing Director Netherlands, effective 1 March 2026, bringing more than 30 years of industrial and rail-sector experience to the role. Having previously held leadership positions at Alstom and Bombardier, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Alstom, Alstom Europe, Andrew deLeone, Bombardier, Country Managing Director Netherlands, engineering and operations, European rail market, executive appointment, Kees van der Snel, Kees van der Snel Takes the Helm of Alstom Netherlands to Drive Project Delivery and Long Term Market Development, Mobility sector, Netherlands mobility, New Leadership Appointment Signals Alstom’s Commitment to Expanding Sustainable Transport Solutions in the Netherlands, project management, rail industry leadership, sustainable transport, transportation projects
(IN BRIEF) Mutares has divested WIJ Special Media B.V., a Netherlands-based data and media company focused on young families, to N2COM as part of a strategic move to streamline its Prénatal portfolio. The transaction allows Prénatal to focus on retail … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged Blokker Netherlands, Dutch media company, first party data platform, Johannes Laumann, Mutares Advances Value Creation Strategy Through Divestment of Data Driven Media Unit, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, N2COM, parenting segment, portfolio divestment, Prénatal Netherlands, private equity transaction, retail strategy focus, WIJ Special Media, WSM, young families market
(IN BRIEF) Prosus Ventures has led a US$5 million Seed funding round in Qureos to support the expansion of its AI-driven hiring platform. The system unifies sourcing, screening and interviewing into a single solution powered by its Iris assistant, enabling … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged AI recruitment platform, digital recruitment transformation, Dubai Economy and Tourism, enterprise hiring solutions, GCC localization policies, hiring automation, HR technology, Iris AI assistant, Prosus Ventures, Prosus Ventures Leads $5 Million Investment to Accelerate Growth of AI Hiring Platform Qureos, Qatar Airways, Qureos, Salica Oryx Fund, seed funding, talent acquisition innovation, Union Properties
(IN BRIEF) Ferrovial has secured an approximately £80 million contract with Thames Water to upgrade the Slough Sewage Treatment Works through a joint venture with Cadagua. The project will expand treatment capacity, improve removal of ammonia and phosphorus, enhance storm-flow … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged ammonia phosphorus reduction, Cadagua, Environment Agency standards, environmental infrastructure, Ferrovial, Ferrovial Construction, Ferrovial Strengthens UK Water Sector Presence with Advanced Treatment Facility Modernisation, resilient utilities, Slough Sewage Treatment Works, storm flow management, sustainable water management, Thames Tideway Tunnel, Thames Water, UK water infrastructure, wastewater treatment upgrade
(IN BRIEF) ABP and Vesteda have launched Affordable Living Venture, a €400 million joint initiative to develop more than 1,100 sustainable mid-rental homes in the Netherlands, targeting middle-income households in urban areas facing significant housing pressure. The programme will focus … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Real Estate
Tagged 100 Sustainable Homes for Middle Income Households, A&O Shearman, ABP, affordable housing, Affordable Living Venture, Affordable Living Venture Launched to Accelerate Energy Efficient Urban Housing in High Demand Dutch Cities, ALV, APG, Astrid Schlüter, BREEAM NL, CRREM alignment, Harmen van Wijnen, institutional investment, mid rental segment, middle income households, Netherlands housing, New ABP Vesteda Partnership Targets Development of Over 1, real estate investment, residential development, sustainable housing, urban development, Van Lanschot Kempen, VESTEDA, Vesteda Residential Fund
(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has launched Talent Week 2026, inviting university students and recent graduates to apply by February 19 for a comprehensive early-career development and recruitment program. The initiative offers participants hands-on exposure to careers in banking, data, audit … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged Assistant Inspector, audit careers, banking careers, Data and Tech Pathways, Data MT, data science, early career program, Ebru Taşcı Firuzbay, Garanti BBVA, Garanti BBVA Expands Early Career Opportunities with Talent Week 2026 Across Banking, Garanti BBVA Opens Talent Week 2026 Applications to Develop Future Leaders in Banking and Technology, INNOVATION, Management Trainee, professional development, recent graduates, sustainability, Talent Week 2026, tech talent, technology careers, university students, young talent recruitment
(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips, together with Erasmus MC and a broad consortium of industry, academic, and patient partners, has secured funding from the EU’s Innovative Health Initiative to coordinate the five-year SEISMIC research program aimed at transforming neurosurgery through the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, European Union, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Science, Technology
Tagged academia, and More Accessible Using Advanced Imaging, and Patients to Modernize Neurosurgical Care through Innovation, Bert van Meurs, Boston Scientific, Bracco, brain tumors, Cancer Patients Europe, Caresyntax, cryoablation, DEMCON Curix, Erasmus MC, EU-Backed SEISMIC Initiative Aims to Make Brain Surgery Safer, Faster, Fundacio Ictus, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, IDIBAPS, Innovative Health Initiative, intracerebral hemorrhage, medical imaging, minimally invasive neurosurgery, neurosurgical innovation, Oldelft Ultrasound, patient outcomes, Philips, Pieter Kruizinga, Public Private Partnership, Radboudumc, real-time navigation, Royal Philips, SEISMIC, SEISMIC Partnership Unites Industry, subdural hematoma, Surgical Science, ultrasound, UMC Utrecht, University of Ljubljana, us4us, Vall d’Hebron, VHIR, X-ray imaging, Yaskawa
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