We are responsible for the design, construction, management and maintenance of the Netherlands’ primary infrastructure facilities
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Safe and responsible use of AI in partnership with the market
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our world. It offers significant opportunities for Rijkswaterstaat and the market alike.
Asset management
In the coming years, (parts of) hundreds of bridges and locks, tunnels, storm surge barriers and line elements will need to be replaced and/or renovated.
ResiRiver
ResiRiver advances the adoption of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in the Netherlands and across North-West Europe (NWE) river systems for climate resilience.
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Spatial planning in the Wadden Sea region: natural dynamics as a starting point
Preserving the unique qualities of the Wadden Sea region requires a coherent and broadly supported vision for spatial planning.
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ICPR publishes new Rhine Atlas: flood-prone areas from the Alps to the North Sea
The International Commission for the Protection of the Rhine has published a new atlas showing flood-prone areas along the Rhine.
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Switzerland joins EuRIS, completing Rhine coverage
Switzerland has officially joined EuRIS, the European information portal for inland navigation. Rijkswaterstaat played a central role in enabling this...
The story of Rijkswaterstaat
Rijkswaterstaat is dedicated to enhancing safety, mobility and quality of life in the Netherlands. We protect our communities from flooding and ensure their well-being. We help people get from A to B quickly and safely. And we provide residents with ample green space, sufficient clean water and drinking water, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Rijkswaterstaat is part of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management.
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Our expertise
Discover how Rijkswaterstaat is harnessing the power of global collaboration in infrastructure development to address the same challenges faced by people all over the world, such as extreme water levels and drought.
Collaboration
Rijkswaterstaat continuously investing in international partnerships, driving meaningful impact and sustainable progress based on shared knowledge and collaboration.
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