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We are responsible for the design, construction, management and maintenance of the Netherlands’ primary infrastructure facilities

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Reef blocks in the Nieuwe Waterweg

Initial study results have been published about teef blocks in the Nieuwe Waterweg. Reef blocks present opportunities for biodiversity and water safety.

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.

Circular Minds

Circular Minds is an initiative designed to encourage organisations to adopt circular procurement practices. The project aims to transform people’s mindsets.

News

Draining a 4 km section of canal: how we widened the Juliana Canal

News 5 June 2025

How to deepen and widen a canal so that it will remain navigable in the future? The answer: drain a length of the canal to widen the bottom of the fairway.
Chinese-Dutch cooperation will continue to flow for the foreseeable future

News 23 May 2025

China and the Netherlands are presented with similar challenges in the field of water management. Together they innovate through an exchange of knowledge.
Rijkswaterstaat delegation visits the United States

News 6 May 2025

In early April Martin Wijnen paid a 1st working visit to the US in his current position as Director-General of Rijkswaterstaat.

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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.