Today, airlines, knowledge institutions, the manufacturing industry, trade associations and trade unions jointly presented their vision for the future of aviation. With ten concrete commitments, they want to contribute to future-proof aviation for all Dutch people. The goal of the thirty-one parties is to work with the Dutch, politicians, partners and sector parties on the basis of these commitments to achieve a joint action agenda that will make Dutch aviation cleaner, quieter and stronger, according to a joint statement.
- A good balance with the living environment
- That the Netherlands is excellently connected to the rest of the world
- That flying remains accessible to all Dutch people
- Stronger global and European policies
- That the Netherlands is a leader in the production, logistics and purchase of sustainable fuels (SAF)
- That we have achieved our 2030 climate targets and are well on our way to Net Zero CO2 emissions by 2050
- More international trains and an excellent connection to Schiphol
- More recycling and less residual waste in the aviation sector
- Quieter Dutch aviation by day and by night
- That innovations, such as electric flying and hydrogen-powered flights, will go to market faster
- A good and safe workplace’
‘Only by working together with the government, knowledge institutions and the business community can we take major steps towards cleaner and quieter flying. The Netherlands has the expertise, infrastructure and entrepreneurs to lead the way in this. With the ten concrete commitments of the Dutch aviation sector, aviation shows what we stand for, what politicians can contribute to achieving these ambitions and what the Dutch can gain from it. Let’s work together to build future-proof aviation for everyone.’
‘There is a great need for flying and it is not going away. The Schiphol and KLM network, with frequent direct connections to all economic centres in the world, is one of the few areas in which the Netherlands still distinguishes itself in a positive way in terms of business climate. History proves; Once such a network collapses, it will never come back. We need to nurture that international connection, while at the same time making flying faster, cleaner and quieter. It’s good that there’s a plan for that.’
‘There are important challenges and opportunities to make the aviation and travel industry fit for the future. To achieve this, we need to put our shoulders to the wheel together: companies, knowledge centres, trade unions. And we certainly need the help of the government to do that. This is essential to achieve the sustainable ambitions of our sector.’
‘There is a great appetite for travel among the Dutch. That is why it is important that the Netherlands remains well connected to the rest of the world, for both holidaymakers and business travellers. TUI has been investing for years in a young and modern fleet that is quieter and more economical, and in the coming years we will continue to take steps forward in the field of sustainability. A new cabinet now has the opportunity to restore the balance and the relationship with the travel sector. We want to jointly make plans that have a positive effect on the living environment and entrepreneurship. Let’s work together on a healthy future for our beautiful sector and keep holidays feasible and affordable for all Dutch people, now and in the future.’
‘We understand very well that flying needs to be cleaner, quieter and more economical. It is also good if we think about this and act on it sector-wide, i.e. with the business community, government and knowledge institutions. If everyone takes responsibility, together we will ensure a sustainable future policy for aviation.’
‘This is our commitment as an aviation sector to the Netherlands and to the Dutch people. Only together can we take steps to fly faster, cleaner and quieter. This is necessary, it is our license to operate. All Dutch and foreign airlines wholeheartedly support this sector vision with 10 concrete points.’
