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Mini-series: short sea stars in the spotlight (part 3)
Short sea offers a sustainable and affordable alternative to other modalities. Rotterdam’s Waal-Eemhaven is home to Europe's largest hub for
sustainability
‘We owe it to our city and position to achieve real results’
He once stood at the helm of the popular Rotterdam discotheque Off-Corso. He now puts the Rotterdam Makers District on the map as the innova
Port of Rotterdam throughput amounted to 469.4 million tonnes in 2019
The Port of Rotterdam saw a freight throughput of 469.4 million tonnes in 2019, fractionally higher than in 2018 (469 million tonnes). Inves
Annual report 2019: Continuously working on the future
“The Rotterdam port and industrial complex has a strong position. The growth markets such as containers and distribution are developing posi
Port of Rotterdam fully operational in first half of 2020, COVID-19 pandemic depresses cargo throughput
The port of Rotterdam achieved throughput of 218.9 million tonnes in the first six months of 2020, 9.1% less than in the first half of 2019,
sustainability
‘I want to be at the forefront of the energy transition and give something back to society’
During his career, he has lived in England, India and China and therefore knows that developments sometimes move slowly, however they can al
safe port
Nautical annual figures 2024: Harbour Master focuses on speed limits around the Erasmusbrug in Rotterdam
In 2024, the number of visits by incoming sea-going vessels in the port of Rotterdam fell slightly: from 27,886 to 27,617. However, the numb
sustainability
'On water if possible, on the road if necessary'
Inland waterway transport is sustainable and efficient. The Port of Rotterdam Authority supports the collaboration in various corridors betw
energy transition
‘In the port, you can take measures with a real impact on the climate’
With everything he does, he asks himself: what affect does my work or action have on others? Douwe van der Stroom is committed to more than
Cargo throughput in the port of Rotterdam slightly decreased in 2024
Throughput in the port of Rotterdam declined by 0.7% in 2024. Total throughput amounted to 435.8 million tonnes, compared to 438.8 million t