Waalhaven Tragedy: Urgent Safety Review Needed

Two devastating incidents at Rotterdam's Waalhaven port have tragically resulted in fatalities and raised serious concerns about workplace safety. A steel plate accident claimed two lives and injured two more, while a major warehouse fire caused significant damage. These events demand an urgent and comprehensive review of safety procedures and practices across the port. Understanding the Scale of the Problem The recent accidents weren't isolated incidents; they exposed critical flaws in the current safety system....

June 20, 2025 · 4 min · 734 words · Rick Watt