Two new buildings for the Coastguard are set to be built at the naval base in Den Helder. The Chair of the Coastguard Council, Jan Hendrik Dronkers, ceremoniously inaugurated the construction by driving a foundation pile into the ground. “This new Maritime Operations Centre will be a crucial asset for safety at sea and along our coastline.”
north sea security
Jan Hendrik Dronkers highlighted the importance of the new Coastguard facilities, stating, “The North Sea is one of the busiest seas in the world, and it is becoming increasingly crowded—not only due to increased shipping traffic but also with new wind farms, fishing activities, and undersea cabling. The North Sea offers a great deal, so international interests are high. And whether we like it or not, ensuring our safety requires ever-greater effort. Not every vessel has the best intentions, and the Coastguard will need new buildings and advanced ICT systems to address these challenges.”
coastguard support
Admiral René Tas, Commander of the Naval Forces, emphasised the cooperation with the Navy: “I am here today in my role as Coastguard administrator. As the Navy, we are responsible for supporting the Coastguard in carrying out its duties. This may sound quite businesslike, but that’s far from the case. The Coastguard is an essential safety partner for the Navy on a daily basis, and I am pleased that the new facilities will be situated here at the naval base.” On behalf of the National Property Agency, General Max Droste named and thanked all parties involved in the construction project.
outstanding facilities
Nicole Kuipers, Director of the Netherlands Coastguard, mentioned that staff are looking forward to the new buildings. “We are getting two modern facilities where we’ll work together to perform our duties. These buildings are designed specifically for Coastguard operations and look fantastic. A workplace we’ll all be happy to come to!”
north sea security
Jan Hendrik Dronkers highlighted the importance of the new Coastguard facilities, stating, “The North Sea is one of the busiest seas in the world, and it is becoming increasingly crowded—not only due to increased shipping traffic but also with new wind farms, fishing activities, and undersea cabling. The North Sea offers a great deal, so international interests are high. And whether we like it or not, ensuring our safety requires ever-greater effort. Not every vessel has the best intentions, and the Coastguard will need new buildings and advanced ICT systems to address these challenges.”
coastguard support
Admiral René Tas, Commander of the Naval Forces, emphasised the cooperation with the Navy: “I am here today in my role as Coastguard administrator. As the Navy, we are responsible for supporting the Coastguard in carrying out its duties. This may sound quite businesslike, but that’s far from the case. The Coastguard is an essential safety partner for the Navy on a daily basis, and I am pleased that the new facilities will be situated here at the naval base.” On behalf of the National Property Agency, General Max Droste named and thanked all parties involved in the construction project.
outstanding facilities
Nicole Kuipers, Director of the Netherlands Coastguard, mentioned that staff are looking forward to the new buildings. “We are getting two modern facilities where we’ll work together to perform our duties. These buildings are designed specifically for Coastguard operations and look fantastic. A workplace we’ll all be happy to come to!”
