Rotterdam focuses on affordability with new Housing Vision

Oct 25, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 25 October 2023 – The city of Rotterdam is taking significant steps to address the needs of residents and housing…

Milestone reached in Rotterdam's Imagine Tower

Oct 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 October 2023 – A significant milestone has been reached in Rotterdam's Feyenoord City with the completion of the…

Rotterdam introduces 'Eerlijk te Huur' for fair housing opportunities

Aug 31, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 31 August 2023 – A new dawn in the rental market is set as Rotterdam launches 'Eerlijk te Huur,' an innovative housing…

Rotterdam's Watertorenweg welcomes new mural by Volkskracht

Aug 21, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 21 August 2023 – A vibrant mural has been unveiled at Watertorenweg, marking the centenary of Volkskracht, a gesture…

Got a Rotterdam idea? Pitch it and win funding from Volkskracht

Aug 08, 2023

Rotterdam, 4 August 2023 – Volkskracht, Rotterdam's premier wealth fund, marks its centennial this year. In celebration, local…

Transforming spaces: WTC Rotterdam's green car park initiative

Aug 02, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 31 July 2023 – The cityscape of Rotterdam is set to become greener with the World Trade Centre (WTC) Rotterdam's…

Gezonde Smikkelweken 2023: Children's health movement in Rotterdam

Jul 17, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 17 July 2023 – Rotterdam celebrates the start of the third edition of the Gezonde Smikkelweken (Healthy Snack Weeks),…

NRC's culture wall tribute to Keilewerf entrepreneurs

Jul 13, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 13 July 2023 – In a heartfelt gesture, the Nieuw Rotterdams Café (NRC) has dedicated its renowned culture wall and…

Saida Bennoude Azzabi: A Master Embroiderer at Wereldmuseum

Jul 13, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 13 July 2023 – An exhibition at Rotterdam's Wereldmuseum, entitled “Geen woorden maar draden” (No Words but Threads),…

Rotterdam boosts green, smart innovations through SES programme

Jul 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 July 2023 – The municipality of Rotterdam bolsters its commitment to a cleaner and smarter future as it funds four…

Affordable meals for Rotterdam's elderly: Expansion of care restaurants

Jul 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 July 2023 – As part of an ongoing commitment to community care, Rotterdam is expanding the number of care…

Rotterdam invests €5 million in school healthcare teams

Jul 07, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 7 July 2023 – The government of Rotterdam has announced an investment of €5 million to enhance the services of school…

Rotterdam burn centre reports rise in summer burn injuries

Jul 07, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 7 July 2023 – As the warmest June on record sees a surge in barbecue-related injuries, Rotterdam's burn centre is…

Trompenburg Gardens: Cultivating the trees of the future

Jul 05, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 5 July 2023 – As the climate warms, the city of Rotterdam is looking to the future with a focus on heat-resistant…

How to Watch Zomercarnaval Rotterdam: NPO 1 and YouTube series

Jul 03, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 3 July 2023 – Rotterdam gears up for the upcoming Zomercarnaval, a vibrant celebration that will take place at the end…

New initiative against poverty in Rotterdam

Jun 30, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 30 June 2023 – A new initiative to tackle financial worries, poverty, and debt among Rotterdam's residents has been…

Rotterdam startup Oyster Heaven secures funding for marine restoration

Jun 27, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 27 June 2023 – In a significant stride towards marine restoration, Rotterdam-based startup Oyster Heaven has secured…

Antisocial drivers face hefty fines in Rotterdam

Jun 23, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 23 June 2023 – A new initiative to combat antisocial driving behaviour is being launched in Rotterdam. The city is…

Renovation of Central Library moves ahead in Rotterdam

Jun 22, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 22 June 2023 – A significant milestone has been reached in the renovation of Rotterdam's Central Library, as the city…

New government-funded refugee housing in Rotterdam

Jun 22, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 22 June 2023 – Amidst escalating pressure on Rotterdam's housing market, the Dutch government has teamed up with city…

Funding boost accelerates De Kaai housing project in Rotterdam

Jun 20, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 20 June 2023 – Substantial funding from the National Government is set to accelerate a housing project in Rotterdam,…

Rotterdam launches live chat for entrepreneurs on ondernemen010.nl

Jun 19, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 19 June 2023 – In a move intended to enhance its digital service for Rotterdam's business community, the city's…

Balancing Rotterdam's power grid: Stedin's campaign

Jun 19, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 19 June 2023 – As solar energy becomes increasingly popular, the balance of the power grid in Rotterdam is shifting.…

Revitalising Ommoord: The Romeynshof development

Jun 14, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 14 June 2023 – A new era beckons for Rotterdam's Ommoord district as a sustainable, mixed-use development named…

Rotterdam landlords' platform tackling housing crisis

Jun 14, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 14 June 2023 – A noteworthy initiative aims to improve the rental sector in Rotterdam, with a platform established by…

Rotterdam's pact with builders for sustained housing production

Jun 09, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 9 June 2023 – In an unprecedented move, the city of Rotterdam and approximately 60 parties, including housing…

30,000 new homes to transform Rotterdam's east

May 31, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 24 May 2023 – In a significant development for Rotterdam's Oostflank, plans have been unveiled for the addition of…

SAWA Wins 2023 Architizer Sustainability Award

May 30, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 30 May 2023 - Renowned for its innovative architectural developments, Rotterdam adds another accolade to its record,…

Rotterdam named world's top sustainable city in 2023 index

May 24, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 24 May 2023 – A new development in the world of sustainable travel has put Rotterdam at the forefront. The city has…

Urban development in Crooswijk with biobased wood construction

May 24, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 24 May 2023 – An innovative housing concept is set to transform Crooswijk, a district of Rotterdam. Led by KAW…

Revitalising Merwehaven: A peek into Rotterdam's future

May 24, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 24 May 2023 - In a landmark move, the rough port of Merwehaven is set to be transformed into a bustling and…

Revamp of Rotterdam Central Library: Provisional design revealed

May 17, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 17 May 2023 – The blueprint for the anticipated transformation of the Central Library in Rotterdam has been formally…

New rent control measures in Carnisse neighbourhood

May 17, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 17 May 2023 – In a bid to combat exorbitant rents, the city of Rotterdam is implementing a rental prohibition in the…

Rotterdam welcomes its first hydrogen-fuelled pick-up truck

May 10, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 10 May 2023 – In a move towards sustainable mobility, Rotterdam municipality recently acquired its first…

Feyenoord's championship Win: anticipated celebration details

May 09, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 9 May 2023 – The streets of Rotterdam may soon be filled with jubilant fans, should Feyenoord secure the Eredivisie…

Sewing workshop aids vulnerable groups, reduces waste in Rotterdam

May 01, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 1 May 2023 - Oxious Talent Factory (OTF) opens its doors in Rotterdam's Feyenoord district, focusing on tackling the…

South Holland has highest burial costs in the Netherlands

Apr 25, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 25 April 2023 – A recent study by Monuta reveals significant local variations in burial and cremation costs in the…

Rotterdam unveils Climate Action Plan to tackle climate change

Apr 21, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 21 April 2023 - Rotterdam introduces Climate Action Plan to tackle climate change's impact on the city, aiming to…

Finalists for Rotterdam Entrepreneurs Award 2023 Revealed

Apr 19, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 19 April 2023 – A thrilling contest unfolds as three innovative frontrunners are announced as finalists for the 38th…

Cargoroo expands e-cargo bike sharing to Rotterdam

Apr 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 April 2023 – Dutch cargo bike-sharing platform Cargoroo expands to Rotterdam, meeting the increasing demand for…

New Frietboutique opens in Lusthofstraat Rotterdam

Apr 07, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 7 April 2023 - Discover the latest Frietboutique opening in Rotterdam's Lusthofstraat, providing both French fries and…

Alexanderknoop: transforming Rotterdam's East into a lively hub

Apr 06, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 6 April 2023 – The future of Rotterdam's Alexanderknoop (Alexander Hub) is set to become the greenest, healthiest, and…

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen re-evaluates design plans

Apr 06, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 6 APRIL 2023 – The Rotterdam municipality is taking an intermediate step in the design process for the renovation of…

Rotterdam's business climate recovers post-pandemic

Apr 03, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 3 April 2023 – Post-pandemic recovery has been observed in Rotterdam's business and tourism sectors, with increases in…

A New Look for Brasserie Woodz in Rotterdam

Apr 02, 2023

Brasserie Woodz, situated at the edge of Kralingse Bos, has been a popular spot for locals to enjoy a cup of coffee, lunch or…

Follow King's Day 2023 in Rotterdam via NOS

Mar 29, 2023

Photo credit: ANP King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and their three daughters will celebrate King's Day in Rotterdam on 27…

Feyenoord City 2.0: vision for vibrant waterfront district unveiled

Mar 29, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 29 March 2023 – New urban vision for Feyenoord City 2.0 revealed, featuring a green and water-rich neighbourhood,…

New Jumbo supermarket to open in Rotterdam's Wijnhaven district

Mar 29, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 29 March 2022 – On 24 May, Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo is set to open a new branch at Wijnhaven 73 Z in Rotterdam,…

First Royal Championships Queen & King of the Court kicks off in Rotterdam

Mar 28, 2023

Photo credit: Sportworx/Pim Waslander The BetCity Royal Championships Queen & King of the Court began in Rotterdam on Tuesday…

Matelief opens its doors in Rotterdam's Oude Haven

Mar 28, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 28 March 2023 - Matelief, a maritime-themed restaurant, has opened in Rotterdam's Oude Haven. Named after 16th-century…

Workwear exhibition at Nieuwe Instituut Rotterdam

Mar 28, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 28 March 2023 – 'A different kind of fashion exhibition'. Workwear opened with a spectacular fashion show at the…

First NIO House of the Netherlands opens doors in Rotterdam

Mar 23, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 23 March 2023 – Chinese electric car manufacturer NIO has opened the first NIO House in the Netherlands, located in…

Rotterdam presents SME action programme

Mar 22, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 22 March 2023 – City Council is making a concerted effort to support entrepreneurs. As of today, Rotterdam has an SME…

Diego's rebrands as gourmet street food restaurant

Mar 20, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 20 March 2023 – Diego's rebrands as a gourmet street food restaurant as Rotterdam's king of burgers is forging a new…

The James Hotel Rotterdam is celebrating its fifth anniversary

Mar 20, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 20 March 2023 – The James Hotel is celebrating its fifth anniversary and celebrating with its guests. Everyone will be…

Residential and commercial area Müllerpier Rotterdam nears completion

Mar 20, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 20 March 2023 – Area developers AM and Blauwhoed (Müllerpier C.V.) mark the topping out of Dok & Kaai residential and…

CityLab010 2023 underway! Apply now with a good idea

Mar 16, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 16 March 2023 - Rotterdammers with initiatives to make the city greener, more social or safer can apply again for…

Construction files 1948-2010 available for digital viewing

Mar 16, 2023

The City Archive of Rotterdam has 3.5 kilometers of paper construction files that are being digitized. To ensure better…

The best delivery restaurants in South Holland 2022

Mar 13, 2023

Thuisbezorgd.nl Awards 2022 crowns best local delivery restaurants in Zuid-Holland. In Rotterdam, Burgers & Frites took the…

Rotterdam offensive against youth crime

Mar 10, 2023

Prevention with Authority (Preventie met Gezag) is the name of Rotterdam's current offensive against youth crime. Since 2022,…