Energy

High stakes, the political biography of Shell

Shell knows the ways to the highest circles as well as the shortcuts through the political swamps. The oil and gas giant operates in 70
Energy

Dutch ex-minister Van Nieuwenhuizen ignores lobbying ban

Former Dutch minister of Infrastructure Cora van Nieuwenhuizen ignored the lobbying ban for contacts with former ministers. This was discovered by documents requested by The Investigative Desk and
Energy

Dutch embassy pushed sale of dredgers to Indian mega company Adani against environmental concerns

There were “unacceptable environmental and social risks,” export credit insurer Atradius ruled. Nevertheless, Dutch shipbuilder IHC struck a deal with Indian conglomerate Adani to sell
Energy

Dutch glory in the deep sea

Rare metals for car batteries, turbines and electronics will soon come from four kilometers deep in the Pacific Ocean. In a year from now, companies