Eindhoven

Eindhoven has welcomed 23 new city councillors in a ceremony that highlighted the city's shifting political landscape. The new council features a slight increase in female representation and a diverse range of advocates for housing, disability rights, and labour. 

Brainport Eindhoven has signed a new agreement with neighbouring Flemish regions to collaborate on high-tech innovation and infrastructure. The partnership aims to ease local growth pressures by coordinating housing, transport, and industrial projects across the border.

The Brainport Kampioenen event is offering local families a unique day of activities at the Philips Stadium this May. Designed for children aged 4 to 12, the initiative provides a free afternoon of entertainment for those who may not otherwise have the opportunity for such an outing.

Finland leads the 2026 World Happiness Report for the ninth year, but the Netherlands slips to seventh place amid the toll of social media on youth well-being. Teens averaging more than 2.5 hours daily on platforms like Instagram and TikTok report plummeting life satisfaction, especially among girls, while moderate users thrive. In Brainport Eindhoven, expat families and tech hubs face heightened risks, spurring calls for EU-wide bans on age 15, digital detoxes, and real-world bonds.

Airlines using Eindhoven Airport will temporarily move services to Maastricht and Weeze during a major runway renovation next year. Transavia and TUI have already announced how they will adjust their operations. It remains unclear what other major carriers at Eindhoven will do.

Eindhoven has launched a new sustainable facility to wash reusable cups for businesses and events. The project creates local jobs for people who need support while helping the city reduce its plastic waste.

VDL Groep has seen its profits bounce back despite a challenging year for the high-tech and automotive sectors. With a record-breaking order book and a new focus on the defence industry, the Eindhoven-based giant is preparing for a period of renewed growth.

PSV has unveiled ambitious plans to significantly increase the capacity of the Philips Stadium by 2030. The expansion aims to meet growing demand from fans while strengthening the stadium's role as a social and cultural hub in the heart of Eindhoven.