The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) recently introduced the Fuel Transition Roadmap for the shipping industry. Developed over the past year with input from over 150 stakeholders, the roadmap outlines strategic…
Sustainability Initiatives in Dutch Ports
Emissions and sustainability have become central topics in the shipping industry, prompting Dutch ports to implement significant initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact. These efforts focus on energy transition, offshore…
Investments in shore power for seaports
The Netherlands’ Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management has allocated €18.8 million in subsidies to expand shore power facilities in seaports, aiming to reduce emissions and support greener maritime operations.…
Sea and Inland Port Fees in Rotterdam in the forthcoming years
The port of Rotterdam has confirmed that it will increase its sea and inland port fees by 6% starting January 1, 2025. Fees will continue to rise in the coming…
Limitation of Liability for Passengers under Dutch Law
The NNPC and NNPC Correspondents regularly handle personal injury claims from passengers under Dutch law. In cases of severe injury, damages can be substantial, and in such instances, the shipowner…
The Dutch Maritime Master Plan
Europe’s position in the maritime world, and the Netherlands’ in particular, receives a lot of attention in the Dutch Maritime Master Plan. The Netherlands’ and Europe’s place in the world…
Disruptions due to closure of the Juliana Canal
This information is related to inland shipping, but the fact that the Juliana Canal will be closed also affects logistic operations in the Dutch seaports. The Juliana Canal in Limburg…
Protests Lead to Blockade of the IJmuiden Locks
We wish to inform shipowners and operators of recent developments at the IJmuiden locks in Amsterdam. In the past few weeks, climate protesters have blocked the sea locks on four…
Attention for safety of shipping in a crowded North Sea
The North Sea is important for western and north-western Europe. Major seaports, including Rotterdam and Amsterdam, are accessible via the North Sea. But the North Sea is more than access…
Using the Rotterdam Guarantee Form in case of a collision
If a safely moored vessel is struck by a passing vessel, NNPC Correspondents is happy to assist the owner of the damaged vessel in obtaining security for all damages, delays…
No More Exemptions for Russian Ships Carrying Food Products
On 14 May 2024, during questions raised by Parliament, the Minister of Defence made an important announcement regarding the access of Russian ships to Dutch ports. In response to questions…
Personal Injury Claims – Netherlands
In the eyes of the general public, maritime traffic is generally regarded as relatively safe. However those active in the maritime sector (in particular on the claims side) are reminded…
Significant reduction in cargo volumes in Amsterdam
The Port of Amsterdam has published its annual report for 2024 and reported that the port saw a significant reduction of around 20% in cargo volumes in 2023. This is…
The role of a P&I Correspondent
We have recently had an opportunity to meet with a number of stakeholders in the maritime sector in the Netherlands including surveyors, port authorities and investors to introduce NNPC Correspondents…
Liquid Cargo Contamination: Safeguarding Your Interests
NNPC Correspondents has recently provided assistance to various clients facing alleged contamination issues with liquid cargoes. Considering the substantial value associated with such cargoes, the potential liabilities in such cases…