Amports

What Amports does

Amports is a Dutch non-profit foundation (Stichting Amports) founded in 1945, operating as the recognized network and marketing organization for the ports of Amsterdam, IJmuiden, Beverwijk, and Zaanstad — collectively the fourth-largest port region in Europe. Its core function is connecting approximately 198 active member companies, 800+ additional stakeholder relationships, regional governments, and port authorities through flagship events, publications, and labor-market programs. The organization promotes the port region's identity and supports career pipelines into maritime and logistics work.

The organization's product portfolio spans recurring events (Havengildediner, HavenBBQ, Haven Golfdag, Zeehavendagen Amsterdam, and the new Havenfeest), publications (the Ways to Sea magazine, formerly Zeehavens Amsterdam, and the monthly E-Ways newsletter), a harbor cruise (Havenrondvaart Amsterdam, operated via Amsterdam Boat Cruises), an exhibition at Het Scheepvaartmuseum, the Werken in de Haven labor-market program, and the Haven Young Professionals network. Underlying technology consists of standard digital platforms (amports.nl website, email newsletter infrastructure, YouTube video reportage series) — Amports is not a technology company.

The business model combines recurring membership subscription fees from port companies with transactional event participation fees (e.g., €231.25 per Havengildediner ticket, €55–€440 HavenBBQ tiers, €50+ Havenfeest entry). Operational execution is delegated to ORAM (Ondernemersvereniging Regio Amsterdam), while Amports' own paid core team consists of three professionals: Roel Mostert (Manager), Yasemin Demirtas (Marcom/Events/Arbeidsmarkt & Onderwijs), and Emma de Jong (Community & Events), governed by a volunteer board chaired by Kees Noorman.

Name

Amports

Legal name

Stichting Amports

Website

https://amports.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Amports is a Dutch non-profit foundation operating as the network and marketing organization for the ports of Amsterdam, IJmuiden, Beverwijk, and Zaandad, serving approximately 198 port company members across 18 sectors through events, publications, and labor-market programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Amports generates revenue through membership fees from port and port-related companies. The organization describes itself as a network and marketing organization where member companies gain access to the port network, promotional activities, and events.
2. Event Participation Fees: Revenue generated from paid events including Havengildediner (€231.25 ex. btw per person in 2024), HavenBBQ (€55 singleticket, €220 teamticket for 4 persons, €440 groepsticket for 8 persons), Haven Golfdag (from €55 ex. btw), and Havenfeest (from €50 ex. btw).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Amports (Stichting Amports) is a network and marketing organization founded in 1945 that connects and promotes the ports of Amsterdam, IJmuiden, Beverwijk, and Zaanstad. It serves approximately 198 active member companies across 18 sectors, offering membership-based networking, publications (Ways to Sea magazine, E-Ways newsletter), flagship events (Havengildediner, Zeehavendagen Amsterdam, HavenBBQ, Havenfeest, Haven Golfdag), labor market programs (Werken in de Haven), harbor tours (Havenrondvaart), and educational initiatives (Zeehavendagen Academy).

Product overview

Amports is a network and marketing organization for the ports of Amsterdam (IJmuiden, Beverwijk, Zaandam, Amsterdam), offering a portfolio of promotional activities, publications, and events. The core offerings include the Ways to Sea Magazine (formerly Zeehavens Amsterdam), the monthly E-Ways newsletter, and the annual Zeehavendagen Amsterdam public event. Supporting services include the Havenrondvaart Amsterdam boat tour, the Havententoonstelling exhibition at Het Scheepvaartmuseum, and the Werken in de Haven program connecting job seekers with port vacancies. Networking is facilitated through events like the Havengildediner, HavenBBQ, Haven(foot)golfdag, and the Haven Young Professionals network group. Video content is produced through videoreportages. The organization serves approximately 200 port companies as members and maintains relations with over 800 stakeholders.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Amports Membership Network Annual membership program for port and port-related companies (stevedoring, cargo handling, shipping agencies, logistics, industrial firms) in the Amsterdam region, providing access to networking, promotional channels, and influence over regional port policy.
• Ways to Sea Magazine Online and print magazine featuring interviews, news, and background articles about the Amsterdam port region, previously known as 'Zeehavens Amsterdam'. Aimed at port members, stakeholders, and broader readers interested in the maritime sector.
• E-Ways Nieuwsbrief Monthly online newsletter keeping subscribers informed about news and developments in the ports of Amsterdam, Zaanstad, Beverwijk, and IJmuiden.
• Zeehavendagen Amsterdam Annual public event where port companies open their doors to visitors, featuring port tours, a port festival, and an educational program for students. The 2025 edition attracted 25,000+ visitors.
• Havengildediner Largest annual networking event for port businesses from the North Sea Canal area, held annually in November, with 500+ attendees. Features presentation of the Havenpenning award. 2024 ticket price: €231.25 ex. VAT per person.
• HavenBBQ Annual networking BBQ event for members and relations from the Amsterdam port, held at cultural free port Ruigoord. Features a culinary journey themed around the Seven Seas. Tickets: singleticket €55, teamticket €220 (4 persons), groepsticket €440 (8 persons) — all ex. VAT.
• Havenfeest 2026 Musical event organized for all employees in the ports around the North Sea Canal area, held at Passenger Terminal Amsterdam. Starting price €50 ex. VAT, includes bites and drinks.
• Havenrondvaart Amsterdam Two-hour boat tour through the ports of Amsterdam covering various port basins and companies, operated by Amsterdam Boat Cruises in partnership with Amports and Port of Amsterdam. Offers standard and custom corporate cruise options.
• Havententoonstelling Exhibition at Het Scheepvaartmuseum showcasing the centuries-old relationship between the port and the city, from the dam in the Amstel to energy transition and circular economy. Developed in collaboration with Amports, Port of Amsterdam, and ORAM.
• Werken in de Haven Stimulus program developed in collaboration with ORAM, Port of Amsterdam, and the municipality of Amsterdam to encourage young people and job seekers to pursue careers in the port, and to facilitate matching between job seekers and port companies. Achieved nearly 1,000 matches at the Careers Fair in RAI.
• Zeehavendagen Academy Amsterdam Educational program bringing MBO and HBO students in contact with companies in the Amsterdam port, including internships and assignments for major events like Zeehavendagen Amsterdam.
• Haven Young Professionals (HYP) Network group for young talents under 40 working in the ports of IJmuiden, Beverwijk, Zaanstad, and Amsterdam. Organizes knowledge sessions, college tours, and networking events.
• Videoreportages Video reports from companies in the Amsterdam port area, including Machinekamer vlogs, Trossen Los! company videos, and pitch videos of Amports members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 1,000 matches achieved at Careers Fair (Carrièrebeurs) in RAI
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• ORAM (Ondernemersvereniging Regio Amsterdam)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerORAM is the execution organization for Stichting Amports. Amports is a foundation with a board, and the execution of activities has been placed with ORAM, Vereniging voor scheepvaart, industrie, handel en zakelijke dienstverlening (KvK: 34169371). ORAM handles the operational activities while Amports focuses on network and promotion.
• Port of Amsterdam NVcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPort authority and key stakeholder in the Amsterdam port region. Collaborates with Amports on promotional activities, events, and port marketing initiatives. Co-organizer of Haven Nieuwjaarsreceptie and other events.
• Zeehaven IJmuiden N.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwner and operator of IJmuiden harbors and fish auction. Private enterprise since 1989. Strategic port in the Noordzeekanaalgebied serving offshore, ferry/cruise, and wind farm assembly operations. Co-organizer of Haven Nieuwjaarsreceptie.
• Amsterdam Boat CruisescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperator of the Amsterdam Havenrondvaart (harbor cruise). Initiated by Amports and Port of Amsterdam to promote the port. Offers 2-hour informative harbor tours showcasing port basins, companies, and themes from past, present, and future of the port.
• Province of North HollandmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partner that supports the collective promotion objectives of Amports. Part of the network of public and private stakeholders in the port region.
• Municipalities (Velsen, Beverwijk, Zaanstad, Amsterdam)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partners in the Noordzeekanaalgebied that support port promotion activities and are part of the Amports network alongside port businesses and business associations.
• Amsterdam in MotionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultimedia city model of Amsterdam. Amports is a proud partner of this initiative showcasing innovation and regional pride. Hosts Haven Collegetour Kerstspecial and other events.
• Het ScheepvaartmuseumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost of the Amsterdam Havenstad exhibition developed in collaboration with Amports, Port of Amsterdam, and ORAM. The exhibition tells the centuries-old relationship between port and city.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Port of Antwerp-Bruges: Merged Belgian port authority combining Antwerp and Bruges — a major European port that runs its own community and stakeholder programs. Already referenced by Amports as a destination for foreign networking trips, signaling direct strategic overlap in promotion and cluster convening.
• Hamburg Port Authority (HPA): Operator of the Port of Hamburg, one of Europe's largest ports. While a port authority, HPA runs extensive stakeholder, community, and promotional programs for the Hamburg maritime cluster, paralleling Amports' convening role in Amsterdam.
• Port of Rotterdam: Largest European port and direct competitor to Amsterdam for cargo traffic. While primarily a port authority/operator rather than a membership association, it runs its own stakeholder engagement, community, and promotion programs that overlap with Amports' remit in the broader Dutch port ecosystem.

Direct peers

• Maritime UK: UK umbrella body promoting the maritime sector across shipping, ports, and marine services. Directly comparable to Amports in serving as a national/regional cluster-promotion, advocacy, and networking organization for a maritime ecosystem.
• Netherlands Maritime Technology (NMT): Dutch industry association representing shipbuilders, maritime suppliers, and service companies. Directly comparable to Amports in serving a Dutch maritime business cluster with networking, events, and advocacy services.
• KVNR - Koninklijke Vereniging van Nederlandse Reders: Royal Association of Netherlands Shipowners — a Dutch maritime trade association that represents shipowners and maritime service providers. It is a direct domestic peer in mission (sector advocacy, networking, promotion) and overlapping membership base.
• ESPO - European Sea Ports Organisation: Umbrella body representing port authorities, harbor operators, and port managing bodies across Europe. It is the closest functional peer to Amports at the European level, providing advocacy, networking, and promotion for the port sector — directly comparable in mandate and member model.
• IAPH - International Association of Ports and Harbors: Global port trade association headquartered in Tokyo, advocating for port interests worldwide. It is the international-scale analogue to Amports, providing the same convening, policy, and promotional functions for the global port community.
• AAPA - American Association of Port Authorities: North American trade association representing port authorities and operators in the US, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The clearest Americas analogue to Amports in convening and representing port-industry members.

Others

• ORAM (Ondernemersvereniging Regio Amsterdam): Amports' operational execution partner and itself a regional business association for shipping, industry, trade, and business services in the Amsterdam region. It is an ecosystem partner rather than a competitor, sharing overlapping member constituencies and acting as Amports' operational backbone.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Amports
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCNtyWKlRmNan9BtSg2XEg4g
• Facebookfacebook.com/Amports
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amportsamsterdam
• Instagraminstagram.com/amportsamsterdam

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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