Ongeval Steinweg: Urgent Safety Review Needed in Rotterdam

Two Fatal Accidents Highlight Critical Safety Gaps in Rotterdam Harbour Two recent, tragic accidents at Rotterdam's Steinweg Quay, involving the handling of massive steel plates, have resulted in fatalities and serious injuries, exposing significant safety deficiencies within the harbour's operations. These incidents demand immediate and comprehensive action to prevent future tragedies and underscore a crucial need for improved safety measures in handling heavy materials. The scale of the loss and the potential for further incidents necessitate a thorough investigation and a concerted effort from all stakeholders to implement substantial changes....

June 19, 2025 · 4 min · 832 words · Kenneth Blank