Community
Eindhoven approves major housing and hospital redevelopment plan
Eindhoven officials have backed a plan to transform the Maxima hospital site into a hospital and a new urban district with 2,500 homes. The project will see a modern hospital rebuilt alongside high-rise towers for students and the elderly.
Community
Eindhoven municipality intends to buy Muziekgebouw
Eindhoven is considering a deal to purchase the city's main concert hall to secure its future. The move aims to lower long-term costs and allow for major improvements to the regional cultural landmark.
Elections 2026
Party for the Animals focuses on long-term planet health
The (Partij voor de Dieren) is campaigning on a platform of empathy and long-term sustainability for the 2026 elections. The party aims to balance economic growth with the city's social and environmental limits, focusing on everything from animal rights to the impact of major local industries.
Business
TNO and HTC launch the first-ever industrial factory for advanced photonic chips
A new Eindhoven factory will produce the world’s first industrial-scale photonic chips using 6-inch wafers. This €150 million project secures Europe’s lead in high-tech innovation. It will power future AI systems and 6G networks.
Economy
Lichtring to become the new landmark in Gestel
Eindhoven is replacing the Karel de Grotelaan roundabout with a new underpass and a landmark light installation called the (Lichtring). The project aims to improve traffic flow to Veldhoven while transforming the intersection into a green, climate-resilient space for the local community.
Business
Eindhoven’s coalition GL-PvdA outlines vision for a green and inclusive city
As part of our Eindhoven election round-up, we present what parties stand for and their manifestos in a nutshell. Please note that this content...
Community
Veldhoven to host public meeting on futuristic home heating measures
Veldhoven residents are invited to a public meeting on 12 March to explore how the town will heat its buildings in a post-gas era. Independent researchers will present potential energy scenarios for 2050 and gather local feedback for a final report on the town's sustainable future.
Culture
Eindhoven installs artistic manhole covers to celebrate its heritage
Eindhoven has introduced a series of artistic manhole covers designed to look like golden medals. The unique covers celebrate the city's post-war history and feature QR codes that reveal the stories behind iconic local buildings.