Prorail: under pressure after poor performance but improvement in…
ProRail acknowledges poor performance and is working on improvement. After the presentation of the recent annual figures, which revealed a number of shortcomings, ProRail has announced that it is working hard on…
DUO: Robbert Dijkgraaf tackles public transport fines with a new pass
The core of the case revolves around the problems surrounding the student travel product and the fines imposed on students who do not cancel their travel product in time after their right to it has expired...
BCT: Entrepreneurs call for more flexible policies when introducing...
The introduction of the Central Database Taxi (CDT) in the Netherlands creates an interesting dynamic among hardware suppliers within the taxi industry. The introduction of the Central Taxi Database (CDT) in…
Fresh wind: Bolt shifts into higher gear with Noud…
Noud Ottens will be the new general manager of Bolt Netherlands from April 2024. He succeeds Lars Speekenbrink, who has held this position since 2020 and now has an international position within…
Holiday plans: read the small print of car rental company Sunny Cars
When planning a holiday, people often opt for the flexibility and freedom that renting a car offers. Yet this experience can sometimes turn into a frustrating…
Espionage and trafficking: the thin line between China and…
In a sharp statement, politician Bart Groothuis (VVD) has denounced the recent decisions of public transport companies, such as De Lijn, for placing orders with the Chinese…
EU: green light for bicycle revolution sets pedals in motion
The European Union has taken an important step to reduce transport emissions by adopting the European Declaration on Cycling. This initiative, which is part…
Waddenveren: possible new part of the public transport network
Adopted motions mark an important moment of national recognition for the transport needs of the Wadden Islands. The House of Representatives recently took two important steps that will shape the future of transport…
Uber in a corner: charges of corporate espionage in Australia
A significant case has emerged in the courts of Victoria that is attracting the attention of both the technology and legal communities. Uber is accused of serious…
Tragic awakening: Flixbus bus accident on the A9 claims lives
At least 4 dead and more than 20 injured in serious accident involving Flixbus in Germany. On a seemingly normal Wednesday morning, a routine trip from Berlin to Zurich turned into a…
Climate: young people score lower on climate awareness than older people
However, the willingness to reduce air travel as a gesture towards climate-conscious living is similar across age groups. Recent research by Statistics Netherlands (CBS)…
Revolution in the taxi industry: digital Declaration of Conduct…
From mid-May, a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) will be available to everyone digitally. Digitalization is taking an increasingly prominent place in Dutch society, and this time…