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We are responsible for the design, construction, management and maintenance of the Netherlands’ primary infrastructure facilities
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Dutch storm surge barriers: forever prepared
They are needed whenever they are called for: the six storm surge barriers built to protect the Netherlands from extreme high tides.
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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Dutch storm surge barriers: forever prepared
They are needed whenever they are called for: the six storm surge barriers built to protect the Netherlands from extreme high tides.
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Precision work on the Eastern Scheldt Barrier
A large part of the Netherlands is below sea level. Which is why we work hard to protect against high water levels. How do we work together to ensure this?
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Thirty years of defragmentation: from conference to world-wide network
Thirty years ago, we organised the first international conference on habitat fragmentation. Today, Hans Bekker tells us what that conference grew into.
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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