Netherlands Freight And Logistics - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Growing government infrastructure investments since 2022, along with rising maritime volumes, are sustaining the economic development

• In January 2024, the Netherlands secured a EUR 51 million (USD 54.44 million) European subsidy to bolster its rail network, primarily for enhanced military transportation. Verbrugge Zeeland, a logistics provider, plans to extend the terminal tracks at the port of Vlissingen with this funding. Furthermore, ProRail aims to construct siding tracks capable of accommodating 740-meter-long freight trains using a portion of the subsidy.
• In 2022, the Dutch government earmarked a total of EUR 7.5 billion (USD 7.75 billion) until 2030 to revamp the country's transportation infrastructure. Out of this, EUR 2.7 billion (USD 2.78 billion) has been specifically allocated for road improvements. The government had slated around 40 highway construction projects for 2023. To address overdue maintenance and ensure smooth operations, the Dutch government set aside EUR 1.25 billion (USD 1.3 billion) for road enhancements.

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The Dutch government's USD 8 billion transportation investment plan focus on public transit and road infrastructure

• In March 2024, the Dutch government announced a EUR 2.5 billion (USD 2.7 billion) investment to improve transport and infrastructure in the Eindhoven region to keep ASML from moving abroad. ASML, Europe's largest tech firm and a major supplier to chip makers, appreciated the plan but is still deciding on its future growth. The funds will be used over several years to enhance housing, education, transportation, and the electric grid in Eindhoven, Netherlands, where ASML is based.
• The Dutch government has outlined an ambitious plan to enhance transportation systems with a substantial investment of EUR 7.5 billion (USD 8.00 billion) over the next decade until 2030. The national government is slated to allocate EUR 4 billion (USD 4.26 billion) toward advancing public transportation endeavors. This encompasses extending Amsterdam's North-South Metro Line to Schiphol alongside a significant commitment of EUR 2.7 billion (USD 2.88 billion) for road enhancements. Additionally, an investment of EUR 780 million (USD 832.64 million) is earmarked for infrastructure upgrades to augment the network of bike lanes across the country.

Discount on fuel duty was introduced in 2022 after fuel prices surged in response to a spike in oil and gas prices globally

• In April 2024, oil prices in the Netherlands hit a six-month high due to unrest in the Middle East, causing fuel prices to rise. Oil prices increased nearly 3% in April and 19% since the start of 2024. As a result, petrol prices have also risen. The recommended price for a litre of Euro95 is EUR 2.27 (USD 2.42), over 20 cents more than at the beginning of 2024. The Netherlands is on track to become the second most expensive country in the world for a liter of petrol. Currently ranked fifth, it has been among the top ten most expensive countries for Euro95 petrol for the past two years.
• Beginning January 1, 2025, fuel prices are set to climb. Gasoline prices are projected to surge by approximately 25% per liter, while diesel is anticipated to rise by nearly 15 cents per liter. These hikes come as temporary political measures, in place until the close of 2024, come to an end. Furthermore, a fresh price adjustment in 2025 is poised to escalate costs even more, with initial estimates indicating a rise of 23.05 cents per liter for petrol and 14.93 cents per liter for diesel.

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