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Road safety: money tap open for safer roads

Road safety: money tap open for safer roads

In the coming period, municipalities, provinces and water boards will have new opportunities to make their roads safer with money from the government. At a time when the number of road casualties is increasing alarmingly, the Dutch government has decided to release significant financial resources…

Turbo Plan 2030: freight transport by intercity smart move or pathetic?

Turbo Plan 2030: freight transport by intercity smart move or pathetic?

While the idea may seem surprising or ambitious, it is not an April Fool's joke. The concept of passenger trains also used for freight transport, as described in the Turboplan 1, may initially seem unusual or even impractical, which is why the suggestion…

Clear rules for volunteers behind the wheel

Clear rules for volunteers behind the wheel

Volunteers who transport people are not covered by the legislation applicable to regular passenger transport up to a certain limit. Volunteer work is central to Dutch society, especially in the passenger transport sector. The recent issues surrounding the possible disappearance…

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Enschede at a crossroads: is Automaatje making its last trip?

Three years after the launch of the transport project for seniors in Enschede, the future of the service is in doubt. In Enschede, a unique transport service for seniors, known as Automaatje, is in danger of disappearing. This project, which was launched in 2019 with…

Drivers demand better pensions, the hard work takes its toll

Drivers demand better pensions, the hard work takes its toll

Three buses, one message: more attention to heavy work. On March 14, residents of the streets around VNO-NCW in The Hague will witness a striking demonstration. More than a hundred drivers from city transport companies such as HTM, GVB, and RET join…

Digital revolution in the taxi market requires stricter rules

Digital revolution in the taxi market requires stricter rules

Enforcement parties have noticed a growing number of 'missing companies' in the taxi market. ILT indicates that this problem mainly occurs in the ordering market, specifically with companies that offer rides via platforms. The Dutch taxi market is at a crossroads between traditional services and innovative,…

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Cargo bike complaints about quality are not limited to one brand or manufacturer

The NVWA has instructed Babboe to immediately cease trading in all cargo bikes because they do not comply with the law. The problem is many times bigger, so it is urgently time for the sector itself to take action. The…

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In women's fight against unsafe transportation, every journey is a challenge

Women's mobility is not just a problem for women. It has far-reaching implications for our political systems, economic growth and the well-being of future generations. The daily commute is a fairly normal concept for us, but for women in…

Time for a change on the Belgian buses and trams of De Lijn

Time for a change on the Belgian buses and trams of De Lijn

There may be many more incidents that did not make it to the media. The discussion surrounding public transport in Belgium is taking a new turn with recent events and comments that put the spotlight on the functioning of De Lijn, the Flemish transport company...

Students are taking mobility in a new direction with equality at the forefront

Students are taking mobility in a new direction with equality at the forefront

With young people at the helm, we get a fresh look at inclusive mobility. As diversity and inclusion receive increasing attention, the issue of gender differences in the mobility sector remains an important topic of discussion. The celebration of International Women's Day 2024 offered…

Parking disc at the charging station is the new tactic against charging station sticklers

Parking disc at the charging station is the new tactic against charging station sticklers

The use of a parking disc at charging stations introduces a visual aid that indicates how long a vehicle has been charged. The fight against the phenomenon of 'charging station sticking' – where electric vehicles (EVs) remain connected to a charging station for longer than necessary – is…

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Rush hour transport breaks records and public transport beats the car in urban race

“Public transport is more important than you think.” In today's society, where sustainability and efficiency are increasingly high on the agenda, public transport plays a crucial role in the mobility of cities. Nico van Paridon, strategist for new mobility and innovation,…

Major cleaning of taxi equipment due to phasing out of 2G network

Major cleaning of taxi equipment due to phasing out of 2G network

Cabman, a leading supplier of taxi on-board computers (BCTs) in the Netherlands, recently made a decision that has significant consequences for the second-hand market for these devices. The company has announced that it will stop (re)installing BCTs for carriers that do not…

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Many holiday parks and hotels are losing their luster

The future of holiday parks and hotels depends on their ability to adapt to the changing market, without losing sight of the needs of the traditional tourist.


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Young taxi entrepreneurs drive through digital innovation and meet traditions

Young taxi entrepreneurs drive through digital innovation and meet traditions

In terms of business models, young entrepreneurs show a preference for flexible, technology-based strategies. The taxi industry, a sector that has played an essential role in urban transport for decades, is at a crossroads of generations. On one side are…

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Flemish farmers in conflict with Dutch colleagues

The small Belgian village of Postel, located in the province of Antwerp, has recently become the scene of a growing dispute between Belgian and Dutch farmers. A conflict has arisen between Belgian and Dutch farmers in the border region near Postel. Cause…

Waiting a month for a new windscreen, the reality at brand dealers

Waiting a month for a new windscreen, the reality at brand dealers

This forces customers to drive for a longer period of time with a damaged window, which potentially poses safety risks. In the car world, a small star in the car window is often a topic of discussion. It seems like a minimal problem, but it can…

Vandalism costs transport companies a lot of money

Vandalism costs transport companies a lot of money

New Year's Eve leads to destruction in various cities and once again the transport sector pays the price. Transport companies are faced with persistent costs due to vandalism. The deliberate destruction of public property, such as bus shelters and rubbish bins at stops, is a recurring problem. Especially during New Year's Eve and…

The Netherlands has too few experts in last-mile logistics

The Netherlands has too few experts in last-mile logistics

We receive mobility advice that no longer fits in with society. This is stated by Karin van den Berg-Hulshoff, Business Owner of LMe Solutions. According to her, this is due to the homogeneity of the automotive industry, which for too long has focused on big brands...

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Companies are on the right track more often and opt for train travel

Business train travel is gaining more and more ground on short distances. The preference for the train among business travelers for destinations within a radius of 400 kilometers is increasing. A recent study by Natuur & Milieu and the Coalition for Different Travel, in which…

Young people are often tipsy before they get on their bike

Young people are often tipsy before they get on their bike

The government and local municipalities are urged to take measures. A worrying trend is emerging in today's nightlife culture: young people 'drinking up' at home before a night out. This practice not only poses health risks, but also…

Criticism from practice: Roelof Veenbaas about the failing target group transport

Criticism from practice: Roelof Veenbaas about the failing target group transport

The need to look beyond cuts and the importance of listening to practical experiences. Roelof Veenbaas, an authority in the field of wheelchair research and mobility advice, has some things to say about the current policy in…

Society for Better Public Transport demands automatic return of deposit after train chaos in the Randstad

Society for Better Public Transport demands automatic return of deposit after train chaos in the Randstad

The NS has so far refused to proactively refund, despite the widespread impact of disruptions on travelers. Train passengers in the Randstad recently had to swallow a bitter pill. Not only did train disruptions disrupt their plans, but some found out later...

The aviation sector deserves more nuance, although it remains between two fires

The aviation sector deserves more nuance, although it remains between two fires

Experts point to the forgotten benefits of travel and call for a more balanced debate about the future of aviation. More and more attention is being paid to the dark sides of travel and the aviation sector. But have we forgotten the undeniable benefits…

Does CBR ensure road safety or staff shortages in public transport?

Does CBR ensure road safety or staff shortages in public transport?

The CBR and similar bodies are under criticism for creating unnecessary obstacles on the way to a driver's license, while the staff shortage in public transport continues to grow. If public transport facilitates your route to work or leisure, then…

Lille, where culinary indulgence and mobility don't always go hand in hand

Lille, where culinary indulgence and mobility don't always go hand in hand

The city of Lille is a place of history and culture, where the past and the present go hand in hand. A visit to the restaurant 'Le Napoleon' almost seems like a trip back in time, but not in the way…

The world of mobility continues to surprise us, whether you like it or not

The world of mobility continues to surprise us, whether you like it or not

Unfortunately, even yesterday's growth gems are not immune to the unpredictable fate of business. It has been a week full of changes, innovations and discussions in the world of transport and mobility, from Ghent to Amsterdam and beyond. It stays…

The Verhulstjes on a cruise to Norway also has an environmental award

The Verhulstjes on a cruise to Norway also has an environmental award

A cruise undoubtedly offers an unforgettable experience, but at what cost? When the Verhulst family, famous from the reality show 'De Verhulstjes', travels around the world, we like to follow them. This time, in their new season, we as viewers are sailing on…

Babousch continues her petition for the preservation of De Lijn bus line to Lochristi Crematorium

Babousch continues her petition for the preservation of De Lijn bus line to Lochristi Crematorium

With her petition she wants to draw attention to the impact of the cancellation of the bus line on the local community and the need for alternative transport options. Jeanine Braekenier, better known as Babousch, is almost 80 years old, but her age…

VVD ministers led by Rutte left their mark on the mobility sector

VVD ministers led by Rutte left their mark on the mobility sector

During Mark Rutte's term of office as Prime Minister, various VVD ministers have left their mark on the mobility sector under his leadership. Over the past 13 years, the VVD under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Rutte has had a significant influence on…

Val Rutte-IV endangers the reactivation of the Hamont-Weert railway line

Val Rutte-IV endangers the reactivation of the Hamont-Weert railway line

The costs of the project, estimated at 50 to 150 million euros by infrastructure manager ProRail, were previously seen as prohibitive. The recent fall of the Dutch government Rutte-IV has an unfortunate timing for the reactivation of the Hamont-Weert railway line. Right on…

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