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Netherlands

The Netherlands is a country in north-western Europe, bordered by Germany to the east, Belgium to the south and the North Sea to the north and west. The capital is Amsterdam, though the seat of government is The Hague. With a population of about 17.5-million, the Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. The economy is highly developed and diversified, with key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, services, logistics and technology. The country is a major European transport hub, home to the Port of Rotterdam, Europe's largest seaport and a critical gateway for trade including minerals and energy products. The Netherlands is a founding member of the European Union, the eurozone and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. Its currency is the euro. The government is a parliamentary constitutional monarchy. The Dutch economy is strongly oriented towards international trade, with significant exports in agricultural products, chemicals, machinery and refined petroleum. The Netherlands plays an active role in EU policy-making, particularly on trade, climate and energy transition issues. The country has invested heavily in renewable energy infrastructure and is working to secure supply chains for critical minerals essential to semiconductors and green technologies. Historically a maritime and trading power, the Netherlands remains a key player in global logistics and finance.

Netherlands News


EU pledges R1bn for SA green economy
9th October 2026 By: Irma Venter

Two Team Europe Global Gateway projects valued at R1-billion-plus were unveiled at the 2026 African Green Hydrogen Summit held in Cape Town last month. Global Gateway is the EU’s strategy to fund... 


Perpetual Next's biomethanol blueprint
Hydrogen producer Lhyfe signs latest MoU with biomethanol producer in Netherlands
6th October 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Green hydrogen producer Lhyfe's Netherlands subsidiary has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with renewable raw materials producer Pioneer Next to explore the potential long-term supply of... 


Zinc smelting
China turns on the export taps as LME zinc squeeze grinds on
6th October 2026 By: Reuters

China has historically been a significant net importer of refined zinc, but that looks set to change this year. Exports surged to 40 668 tons in August, the second-highest monthly tally in almost... 


Budel zinc smelter
Nyrstar launches strategic review of Dutch zinc smelting operations
25th September 2026 By: Reuters

Nyrstar, owned by commodities group Trafigura, has launched a strategic review of its loss-making Budel zinc smelting operations in the Netherlands owing to rising energy costs and government... 


Image of a person on a ship holding the Next Ocean wave predictor
Wave predictor technology supports safer offshore operations
18th September 2026

Netherlands-based offshore vessel motion prediction technology provider, NextOcean, announced that it has been awarded the contract to supply its motion radar to the ESVAGT NJORD, a dedicated... 


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On-The-Air (11/09/2026)
11th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about global energy security Artificial intelligence at Electra Mining and African Rainbow Minerals. 


Carbon capture image
Europe's largest carbon capture facility opens in Netherlands
8th September 2026 By: Reuters

The largest carbon capture facility in Europe opened in the Netherlands on Monday, developed by Norwegian fertiliser company Yara International. The carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility in... 


Exceptional Programme Lined Up for 2026 SAPICS Conference
22nd June 2026

Taking place from 19 to 22 July 2026 at the Century City Conference Centre, this year's event marks a major milestone as SAPICS celebrates its 60th anniversary of advancing supply chain excellence... 


An image of a Stacker reclaimer cabin
S Africa is key for German expansion in Africa
22nd May 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

German investment in South Africa is likely to continue as German companies target new markets and long-term opportunities, leveraging the country as an entry point into the African market, says... 


Tungsten in containers
EU shortlists tungsten, rare earths for first stockpile to curb China reliance
20th May 2026 By: Reuters

The European Union has shortlisted tungsten, rare earths and gallium for its first joint stockpile of critical minerals aimed at reducing its reliance on China, three sources familiar with the... 


Oil & gas drill rig
EU energy ministers to discuss domestic gas drilling, document says
6th May 2026 By: Reuters

European Union countries' energy ministers will take the unusual step of discussing domestic natural gas production next week, as governments seek ways to limit the economic impact of the Iran war,... 


South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation Just Energy Transition Investment Plan green hydrogen:  programme director Rebecca Maserumule.
South Africa’s green hydrogen pursuit spelt out at UNIDO conference
24th April 2026 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa spelled out a detailed green hydrogen pursuit roadmap at the United Nations Industry Development Organisation (UNIDO) conference attended by 70 countries in Vienna on Wednesday, April... 


South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation Just Energy Transition Investment Plan green hydrogen:  programme director Rebecca Maserumule.
South Africa's green hydrogen pursuit spelt out at UNIDO conference
8th April 2026 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa spelled out a detailed green hydrogen pursuit roadmap at the United Nations Industry Development Organisation (UNIDO) conference attended by 70 countries in Vienna on Wednesday, April... 


Grootvlei Horticulture Centre development
Eskom launches agri training centre tying Just Energy Transition to local economy
13th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

State-owned power utility Eskom this week unveiled a Climate Smart Horticulture Centre at the Grootvlei power station, marking a practical milestone in linking South Africa’s Just Energy Transition... 


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The SKA is coming to life as it passes early science tests
23rd January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

This month saw the achievement of another milestone for the international Square Kilometre Array (SKA) radio telescope programme, which is being developed by the UK-based SKA Observatory (SKAO) and... 


The iron-ore terminal at Saldanha Bay.
South Africa iron-ore trade route to Europe could be green by 2029, study shows
28th November 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The South Africa-Europe iron-ore trade route could go green as soon as 2029 and scale toward full decarbonisation by 2035, according to a study released by the Global Maritime Forum. The... 


 Propak Cape 2026 to provide support for Western Cape export-led growth strategy
Propak Cape 2026 to provide support for Western Cape export-led growth strategy
24th November 2025

The Western Cape is pursuing export-led economic growth and job creation strategies. Growing exports in the province are a cornerstone of economic growth and job creation, and drive... 


The iron-ore terminal at Saldanha Bay.
South Africa iron-ore trade route to Europe could be green by 2029, study shows
13th November 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The South Africa-Europe iron-ore trade route could go green as soon as 2029 and scale toward full decarbonisation by 2035, according to a study released by the Global Maritime Forum. The... 


Green hydrogen retreat poses threat to emissions targets
Green hydrogen retreat poses threat to emissions targets
23rd July 2025 By: Reuters

Green hydrogen developers are cancelling projects and trimming investments around the world, raising the prospect of longer than targeted reliance on fossil fuels. The challenges facing the sector... 


Image of the EST-Floattech Octopus lithium-iron-phosphate module
Sustainable battery systems for maritime and industrial applications
3rd July 2025

Dutch energy storage systems provider for maritime and industrial applications, EST-Floattech, has announced the expansion of its Octopus series with the introduction of lithium-iron-phosphate... 


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