AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDutch Economy Outlook: CPB projects Dutch GDP growth of 1.4% in 2026, easing to 1.2% in 2027, with exports and higher defence spending helping but energy-price risk and trade uncertainty still weighing on consumers and wages. Energy & Climate Risk: Europe’s gas storage is at record-low levels for this time of year, while drought and heat strain power generation—raising the odds of a tougher winter and more pressure on energy prices. Cybersecurity: Logistics group Ceva suffered a data breach affecting multiple companies, with customer details and order information reportedly accessed via compromised servers. EU Rules for E-commerce: Small Dutch webshops say the EU packaging waste rules (PPWR) add costs and paperwork that make cross-border shipping less viable. Aviation Tax Fight: The Dutch Council of State questions the legal basis for lower flight-tax treatment for Curaçao and the Caribbean, while the government argues higher rates would harm local economies and connectivity. Business in Rotterdam: Depot Noord expands multilingual venue services in English and French, adding more catering and private dining options for international clients. International Relations & Water: The Netherlands and Bangladesh push a water-access partnership via public-private models, targeting climate-vulnerable communities. Sports & Business Spotlight: King Willem-Alexander will present the Dutch GP trophy at Zandvoort, underscoring the event’s business profile as it exits the calendar after 2026.
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