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Amsterdam business news for August 12, 2026

AkzoNobel's name disappears after shareholders approve the Axalta merger.

AkzoNobel brand to disappear following merger approval with US rival Axalta

AkzoNobel brand to disappear following merger approval with US rival Axalta

AkzoNobel shareholders have approved a merger with US rival Axalta that ends the AkzoNobel name and removes the company from the Amsterdam stock exchange.

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Dutch bike manufacturer Accell declared bankrupt

Dutch bike manufacturer Accell declared bankrupt

Accell, the Dutch bike maker behind Babboe cargo bikes, has been declared bankrupt, with trustees now trying to salvage parts of the business.

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Dutch infrastructure cabinet face 80 billion budget gap for transit maintenance

Dutch infrastructure cabinet face 80 billion budget gap for transit maintenance

Infrastructure minister Vincent Karremans is preparing to delay or scrap national transport projects to cover an 80 billion euro maintenance shortfall.

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Amsterdam explores options for second home tax following New York model

Amsterdam explores options for second home tax following New York model

Amsterdam officials are studying a New York style tax on second homes to raise city revenue and free up housing, with tracking part-time residents the main obstacle.

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Cheap off-peak rail passes set to double in price for Dutch commuters

Cheap off-peak rail passes set to double in price for Dutch commuters

Commuters on the government subsidised summer off-peak rail pass will be switched to a standard subscription at roughly double the price unless they cancel first.

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