Rijkswaterstaat in the news

After a recent accident on IJsselmeerweg in Naarden, Gooise Meren municipality has contacted Rijkswaterstaat again to address traffic safety concerns.

The Lange Jaap lighthouse in Den Helder will be renovated and stabilized starting in 2026 to preserve its historical value.

Rijkswaterstaat signed contracts with contractors to start ecological water quality and river restoration projects in Nederrijn/Lek, IJssel, and Randmeren in 2026.

Rijkswaterstaat coordinated a bike path closure with local municipalities until 2026 for safety, despite some communication issues and unavoidable overlap with bridge renovations.

Rijkswaterstaat decided to renovate and stabilize the Lange Jaap lighthouse using original materials and repair methods, with work expected to start in late 2026.

Rijkswaterstaat plans major maintenance on the Heinenoordtunnel's expansion joints with multiple weekend and night closures in early 2026 to ensure waterproofing and prevent disruptions.

Rijkswaterstaat plans major maintenance and partial closures of the Merwedebrug (A27) in early 2026 to ensure safety until new bridges are built starting mid-2026.

A multi-car accident on the A1 near Baarn caused injuries and traffic disruptions, with police investigating the cause.

The Netherlands combats sea level rise by adding sand to beaches and dunes, using nature-based solutions, and collaborating internationally to protect its coastline.

Rijkswaterstaat acquired an electric unmanned survey vessel from Demcon for autonomous, emission-free hydrographic research on inland waters, enhancing safety and environmental monitoring.

Dutch infrastructure is rapidly aging and failing, with a large maintenance backlog and funding shortfall threatening safety and mobility.

Rijkswaterstaat delays IJmuiden dike reinforcement to 2030 to focus on urgent maintenance of critical water drainage infrastructure.

Rijkswaterstaat is conducting major renovations on the Brug over de Noord with weekend closures and traffic diversions, alongside broader regional infrastructure upgrades through 2027.

Rijkswaterstaat is advancing the design and construction of a new lift bridge in Groningen, selecting three contractors to develop plans with a focus on minimizing local disruption and improving infrastructure.

Dredged material from Groningen cannot currently be dumped in Lauwersmeer after Rijkswaterstaat was overruled.

Dredged material from Groningen cannot currently be dumped in Lauwersmeer after Rijkswaterstaat was overruled.

Rijkswaterstaat and TNO collaborate to understand and maintain century-old Dutch water locks, emphasizing preventive care and historic concrete knowledge.

KWS Infra secured a €4 million Rijkswaterstaat contract for surprise-free, environmentally conscious maintenance of the Vlaketunnel, focusing on quality, strict scheduling, and CO₂ reduction.

Rijkswaterstaat is installing a new underpass in Raamsdonksveer as part of a major A27 road improvement project, with live streaming and traffic detours during the four-day operation.

Rijkswaterstaat will close part of the A12 for road maintenance from Dec 12-15, causing diversions and delays to improve road safety.