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In 25 years, the Netherlands aims to have a fully circular economy. But how is the transition progressing? According to James Hallworth, Commercial Manager Circular Economy at Port of Amsterdam, it’s moving far too slowly: “Globally, we’re only at around eight percent. In the Netherlands, we’re fortunately closer to 25 percent, but there’s still a long way to go to reach the target of 50 percent by 2030. Current geopolitical tensions could actually be a major driver for accelerating the shift toward a circular economy.”

On Monday, March 10, the new offshore installation vessel from Dutch company Van Oord arrived at TMA Logistics in the Port of Amsterdam. To reach its destination, the massive vessel—175 meters long and 63 meters wide—had to navigate through the world’s largest sea lock in IJmuiden, an impressive sight. In Amsterdam, the final outfitting and commissioning work will be completed before the Boreas departs for its first offshore wind project. So far, the Boreas is the widest vessel to have passed through the IJmuiden Sea Lock.

Rijkswaterstaat has determined that the new salt barrier in IJmuiden affects water discharge through the spui- and pumping Complex in IJmuiden more than initially expected.

Some skippers indicated that it would be helpful if the Westport numbers public wharves could be found on our website. For example, in case of emergencies or if they get a visit from BV and mechanic.

Cars were regularly parked on the breakwater at Haparanda Dam, even though this is not allowed.

Due to an ongoing legal dispute over the future use of ADM Westhaven, we are unfortunately forced to decommission the car drop-off area.