The European NIS2 Directive and the upcoming Dutch Cybersecurity Act (Cbw) have implications for organisations in the port and inland navigation sector.

The Netherlands Labour Inspectorate has published its 2026 Annual Plan. In this memo, we outline the key priorities and supervision focus areas.

Sandra de Bont, Director of Transafe Academy, has been included in the Top 100 Tank Storage Influencers 2025 by Storage Terminals Magazine.

After many years of dedicated commitment, we say goodbye to a valued colleague: instructor Gerard Smit.

Within the inland shipping and maritime sector, the focus on proper crew management is increasing. Not only in terms of planning and availability, but especially due to growing requirements related to compliance, certificates, work and rest hours, and reporting.

A quarter century of commitment to safety, quality and expertise

We are proud to share that our colleague Wesley has been nominated for Young Port Talent 2026! A great recognition for someone who is deeply committed to developing people and organisations within the Port of Rotterdam.

In collaboration with STC Next, Transafe Academy delivered two intensive Terminal Management training programmes for Pertamina employees in Jakarta, Indonesia, in October 2025.

In 2026, Transafe Academy offers a broad and well-structured training programme for professionals in tank storage and terminal operations.

Effective 1 January 2026, the revised ES-TRIN will enter into force. This memo provides an overview of the key updates and the transitional arrangements for existing vessels.

On behalf of the entire Transafe team, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a healthy, safe and successful 2026.

Important changes have been made to the classification of several Diesels and Gas Oils.
What does this mean for transport and for practical operations on board or at terminals?