In the Met het Oog op Morgen episode from March 4, 2025, the discussion includes the Dutch Parliament’s response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the proposal by Gerard Zondervan to build a munitions factory in the Netherlands, and an overview of Donald Trump’s address to the U.S. Congress.
CEO Gerard Zondervan aims to establish a munitions factory in the Netherlands to ensure the country’s self-sufficiency in defense. He believes that in times of conflict, the Netherlands should not depend on foreign suppliers, especially for crucial components like explosives. Zondervan envisions the factory being built in the next few years, potentially in Brabant or Limburg, as a response to increasing defense needs.
For more details, listen to the full podcast here.
