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Retail industry: Esprit declared bankrupt in Switzerland

The Swiss branch of fashion brand Esprit, Esprit Switzerland Retail AG, has filed for bankruptcy with a court in Switzerland, Esprit Holdings Limited announced in a press release. Not completely unexpectedly, Esprit Holdings Limited, a renowned name in the fashion world, has…

Van Hool

Van Hool: candidate takeovers in line despite bank resistance

On the verge of collapse due to bankruptcy or a restart? In the shadow of the Belgian industrial pride, bus builder Van Hool, the threat of bankruptcy hangs like a dark cloud over the heads of the employees, the local…

Working visit: State Secretary strengthens ties with Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten

Working visit: State Secretary strengthens ties with Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten

The visit is largely focused on the Mutual Regulation on Cooperation on Reforms. State Secretary Alexandra van Huffelen of Kingdom Relations is undertaking a crucial diplomatic mission to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. From 19 to 26…

Sampo Hietanen

Whim: Despite the bankruptcy of MaaS Global, the future of MaaS does not seem bleak

The bankruptcy of MaaS Global, known for the mobility app Whim, is a crucial turn for the mobility sector. The Finnish company Maas Global, known for the Whim app, has filed for bankruptcy, as reported by the bankruptcy register managed by the Finnish Legal Center…

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The Lely line as a catalyst for growth: four scenarios revealed

It offers representatives and administrators the opportunity to consider and discuss the options. The development of the Lelylijn, a newly proposed rail connection route that will connect the north of the Netherlands with the rest of the country, is scheduled for…

The downward trend in the transport sector has continued for three quarters now

The downward trend in the transport sector has continued for three quarters now

Transport companies will see a 5 percent decline in turnover in the fourth quarter of 2023. The Dutch transport sector experienced a 2023 percent decline in turnover in the fourth quarter of 5 compared to the same period the year before, which means a continuation of a downward trend...

Spindrift

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…

Brussels Airlines

Brussels Airlines tackles stereotypes and leads with female talent

At Brussels Airlines, two of the three board members are women (Dorothea von Boxberg as CEO and Nina Öwerdieck as CFO). In total, 9 in 20 top managers (45%) are women. At the heart of the aviation sector, where traditionally men have been in charge…

Passenger car importers and repairers will excel in sales growth in 2023

Passenger car importers and repairers will excel in sales growth in 2023

Turnover increase in the car and motorcycle sector almost 16 percent in 2023. The car and motorcycle sector has shown a remarkable turnover growth of 2023 percent in 15,7, despite the challenges in the market and shifts within the sector. This increase is particularly striking…

Felyx

Money tap must be opened for stumbling Felyx looking for some lifebuoy

While Felyx strives for stabilization and growth, the coming period will be crucial for the company to maintain and strengthen its position in the market. The Dutch scooter sharing company Felyx, known for its electric scooters that are available in various cities…

Eindhoven

Money hunting in Eindhoven leads to inconvenience for residents

People are willing to break rules and decency in their pursuit of money. In Eindhoven there is a commotion surrounding a modern phenomenon known as 'free money', where amounts of money are hidden in random public locations and distributed via social media...

Booking.com under fire with tax issues and competition concerns

Booking.com under fire with tax issues and competition concerns

The accumulation of setbacks for Booking.com illustrates the complex legal and financial environment in which international online travel organizations operate. Booking.com, the well-known online travel organization with headquarters in the Netherlands, is once again in dire straits. After a financial settlement with Italian tax authorities,…

Military vehicles may be Born's new pride

Military vehicles may be Born's new pride

Geopolitical tensions may bring military production to Born as VDL Nedcar's new course. The future of the famous VDL Nedcar car factory in Born, known for the production of iconic models such as Dafjes, Volvos, Smarts, Mitsubishis and Minis, may be...

Rabobank not responsible for OAD bankruptcy

Rabobank not responsible for OAD bankruptcy

Ruling in appeal case Rabobank-Ter Haar/OAD: Rabobank not responsible for OAD bankruptcy. In 2013, tour operator and bus company OAD filed for bankruptcy after house bank Rabobank terminated the credit relationship with OAD. The OAD curators started a procedure in 2015…

truck driver

Young drivers behind the wheel of heavy vehicles are on a dangerous course

Experts are asking the EU to reconsider driving license changes and the risky plan to potentially allow 16-year-olds behind the wheel of 2,5-ton SUVs. The European Union is about to introduce a controversial change to its driving license regulations, which will...

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…

Fuel prices and bureaucracy drive French farmers into action

Fuel prices and bureaucracy drive French farmers into action

The developments in France highlight growing tensions within Europe's agricultural sector, where farmers are increasingly raising their voices against what they see as unjust economic and regulatory pressures. The French farmers, supported by the largest agricultural union in the country, have…

The pitfalls within reverse logistics when shopping online

The pitfalls within reverse logistics when shopping online

However, dropshipping and the many problems that customers can experience by doing business with these types of entrepreneurs are not new phenomena. In general, returning products is not a climate-friendly solution. Companies that discourage customers from returning products can…

World leaders gather in Davos for economics, politics and technology

World leaders gather in Davos for economics, politics and technology

The WEF summit is facing criticism that it is a gathering of the super-rich that fails to tackle growing global inequality. The 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, which will take place from January 15 to 19, will…

Pay by card or debit card in the taxi, yes please!

Pay by card or debit card in the taxi, yes please!

Safety and convenience come first now that debit card payments are becoming the new payment standard in taxi transport. The taxi industry is facing a turning point when it comes to payment options. Although cash payment has been the norm for a long time, the focus is increasingly shifting to digital…

Passenger peaks at Eindhoven Airport: a year of unprecedented growth

Passenger peaks at Eindhoven Airport: a year of unprecedented growth

Eindhoven Airport has reached an all-time high in 2023 by welcoming more than 6,8 million passengers, a record that illustrates both the airport's growth and the increasing popularity of its destinations. The year 2023 marked a remarkable milestone…

The planner's day remains a token of appreciation

The planner's day remains a token of appreciation

It is a day on which colleagues, managers and the organizations themselves can show how much they appreciate the efforts of their planners. On Friday, March 1, 2024 we celebrate a special day: the Day of the Planner. This day offers…

Digital shopping carts make world trips: how sustainable is dropshipping?

Digital shopping carts make world trips: how sustainable is dropshipping?

The dark side of dropshipping: sustainability and transparency at stake. Dropshipping, a popular e-commerce strategy, has its drawbacks, especially in terms of sustainability. In the digital age, where online shopping via mobile devices and computers has become an everyday convenience,…

Local transport companies may be a better alternative for service provision

Local transport companies may be a better alternative for service provision

The challenge for policymakers is to find a balance between the benefits of procurement and the retention of valuable local carriers. The taxi sector is at a crucial crossroads. For years, control centers have been in charge, but recent developments show that…

Tax changes for entrepreneurs in 2024 will affect transport

Tax changes for entrepreneurs in 2024 will affect transport

The editors of Pitane Blue hope that everyone can experience a happy and healthy 2024. The new year 2024 starts with a bang in the south of the Netherlands, despite the introduction of fireworks bans in cities such as Eindhoven and Tilburg. The ban,…

On the way to 2024: travel costs and traffic fines under the microscope

On the way to 2024: travel costs and traffic fines under the microscope

Not only is an increase coming, but a new era is also dawning for wage calculation in all sectors. In 2024 there will be some changes to Dutch mobility allowances and traffic fines. The tax-free travel allowance for commuting increases from €0,21 to…

UK aviation sector is taking matters into its own hands with slot reform

UK aviation sector is taking matters into its own hands with slot reform

For decades, the British aviation industry was subject to European regulations that were not in the UK's interests. The UK aviation sector is on the cusp of a major change with the launch of a consultation on system reform…

New customs rules, but what does this mean for exporters?

New customs rules, but what does this mean for exporters?

Exporters are advised to decide in a timely manner whether they will arrange the inspection processes themselves or outsource them to a logistics service provider.


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Events in the taxi industry face challenges

Events in the taxi industry face challenges

Leading companies and organizations were conspicuous by their absence at Taxi Expo. Utrecht recently hosted the annual Taxi Expo, an event that is normally buzzing with activity and innovation in the taxi industry. With just, according to the organization's own writing…

Pitane Mobility is preparing for the future with an Open Core model

Pitane Mobility is preparing for the future with an Open Core model

This initiative aims to make the power of artificial intelligence (AI) more quickly accessible to a broader spectrum of passenger transport. In 2024, Pitane Mobility, an established name in the taxi sector, is on the verge of a significant transformation…

The loss of an industrial icon: Wim van der Leegte

The loss of an industrial icon: Wim van der Leegte

His death leaves a void, but also a rich legacy that will continue to inspire generations of Dutch entrepreneurs. The death of Wim van der Leegte (76), former VDL CEO and major driving force behind the manufacturing industry in Brabant, has also caused a wave online...

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