Tag Archives: Netherlands

DNV Secures Major Technical Services Contract with Gasunie to Support Energy Infrastructure in Netherlands and Germany

(IN BRIEF) Gasunie has awarded DNV a multi-year technical services contract to support the maintenance and innovation of energy infrastructure across the Netherlands and northern Germany. The four-year agreement, with options for two two-year extensions, covers critical services like equipment … Read the full press release

TU/e Appoints Nicole Mølby-Bueters as HRM Director to Lead Department into Next Phase of Development

(IN BRIEF) Nicole Mølby-Bueters has been appointed Director of the HRM department at TU/e, starting May 6, 2025. With a degree in Business Communication from Radboud University and a career beginning in 1992, she brings decades of global HR leadership, … Read the full press release

Hydro Unveils R100 Project at Milan Design Week: Revolutionizing Recycled Aluminium with Local, Low-Emission Production

(IN BRIEF) Hydro is showcasing its “R100 Project” at Milan Design Week 2025, where five innovative design objects will be created entirely from post-consumer recycled aluminium sourced within a 100-kilometer radius. This initiative, a natural progression from the 2024 launch … Read the full press release

Vodafone Integrates STEP with UDAP to Enhance Emergency Response in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) A new integration between Vodafone’s Safer Transport for Europe Platform (STEP) and the Netherlands’ Urban Data Access Platform (UDAP) will soon allow emergency services to alert more road users and authorities about approaching emergency vehicles, enabling quicker and … Read the full press release

EIB and Ayvens Launch EUR 700 Million Initiative to Electrify 19,000 Commercial Vehicles in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has issued its first green loan, signing a EUR 700 million financing agreement with sustainable mobility leader Ayvens in December 2024. The deal, which splits into a EUR 350 million EIB credit and … Read the full press release

Flexible Nurse Deployment Could Significantly Reduce Neonatal Transfers in the Netherlands, Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Twente, in collaboration with Amalia Children’s Hospital Nijmegen and Emma Children’s Hospital Amsterdam, have developed a solution to reduce the number of neonatal transfers in the Netherlands. Their study suggests that by allowing … Read the full press release

When Inclusion Has an Asterisk: The Hypocrisy of a Disability Film Festival

(IN BRIEF) The European Film Festival Integration You and Me, which claims to champion disability inclusion, recently disqualified the film Unspoken Truth—a documentary about severe chronic stuttering—on the grounds that the festival did not recognize stuttering as a disability. Despite … Read the full press release

Lion Storage Secures Financing for One of Europe’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Systems

(IN BRIEF) Lion Storage, a Dutch energy storage developer, has reached financial close on the Mufasa project, set to become one of Europe’s largest battery energy storage systems (BESS). With a storage capacity of 1,400MWh and a power capacity of … Read the full press release

Romania and Netherlands Launch Joint Investigation into Theft of Precious Artifacts from Drents Museum

(IN BRIEF) Romanian and Dutch authorities have formed a joint investigation team (JIT) to investigate the theft of four valuable Romanian historical artifacts from the Drents Museum in the Netherlands. The stolen items, including the golden crown of Coţofeneşti and … Read the full press release

Logicor Completes Sustainable 40,000 m² Logistics Facility in Lelystad to Support Growing Supply Chain Demands

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has completed a 40,000 m² state-of-the-art logistics facility at Flevopoort business park in Lelystad, designed with flexibility, energy efficiency, and sustainability in mind. Located near key logistics hubs, the facility offers easy access to major transport routes … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Highlights Early Decarbonisation Investments as Key to Long-Term Financial Gains

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO’s research emphasizes the financial advantages of early investment in decarbonisation technologies. Companies that invest before 2029 are expected to benefit from lower costs and enhanced competitiveness, helping them meet climate goals. Available technologies, such as electrification, … Read the full press release

Survey Reveals Psychological Barriers Preventing Young Women in the Netherlands from Continuing Sports

(IN BRIEF) A recent survey by ABN AMRO and Ajax reveals that nearly half of young women in the Netherlands have considered quitting sports, with psychological factors like insecurity and lack of enjoyment being key reasons. The survey emphasizes the … Read the full press release

NWO Warns of Harmful Impact of Proposed Budget Cuts on Dutch Education and Research Sector

(IN BRIEF) This week, the Dutch Senate is deliberating the 2025 budget, which includes significant cuts to higher education and scientific research. NWO has expressed concern that these reductions will hinder the Netherlands’ ability to remain competitive as a knowledge-based … Read the full press release

Bilfinger Partners with Gasunie for Sustainable Infrastructure Development and Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger has formed a strategic long-term partnership with Gasunie to support the sustainable development of its gas transport infrastructure. The ten-year agreement, finalized on January 16, 2025, involves comprehensive maintenance, engineering, and management services. Bilfinger, working with partners … Read the full press release

Siemens Expands Industrial-Grade Private 5G Infrastructure to Enhance Connectivity Across Europe and Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has enhanced its industrial-grade private 5G infrastructure to support larger industrial areas, now covering up to 24 radio units, each providing connectivity for 5,000 m². This solution is available in six European countries and Brazil, with more … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Advocates for Collaborative Solutions to Prevent Power Grid Congestion in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Starting in 2026, the Netherlands is facing the risk of power grid congestion due to rising electricity demand, which could hinder the country’s energy transition. ABN AMRO’s latest report highlights the importance of cooperation between companies and grid … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Launches Campaign to Measure Darkness and Protect the Night Sky in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen has launched a public campaign to measure the amount of darkness in the Netherlands, highlighting the importance of preserving it for both human well-being and nature. The campaign invites participants to count the stars … Read the full press release

FlevoBESS to Launch Netherlands’ Largest Battery Storage Facility by 2025

(IN BRIEF) By the end of 2025, FlevoBESS will operate the largest battery storage facility in the Netherlands, with a capacity of 31.6MW/126.4MWh. Located next to the Windplan Groen transformer station in Dronten, the battery will store surplus electricity from … Read the full press release

ASML Backs Affordable Housing Projects in the Brainport Region

(IN BRIEF) ASML is funding four construction projects in Veldhoven, Eindhoven, and Helmond to deliver 1,085 affordable homes, targeting social and mid-range rental needs in the Brainport Eindhoven region. Working with housing associations Woonbedrijf, Trudo, and Woonpartners, ASML’s financial backing … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak and Yellow Dreams Invest €3 Million in New Recycling Plant to Boost Beverage Carton Recycling Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak and Yellow Dreams have invested €3 million to establish a new recycling plant in Ittervoort, Netherlands, set to begin operations in the second half of 2025. The plant will process the polyAl component from used beverage … Read the full press release