Den Haag Targets Sustainable Future with Scheveningen Harbor Vision
The Hague, Thursday, 10 July 2025.
Den Haag’s ‘Havenvisie Scheveningen 2025-2050’ aims to transform Scheveningen Harbor into a resilient hub blending sustainable fishing, innovation, and recreation, boosting its economic and environmental viability.
Strategic Goals and Stakeholders
The ambitious ‘Havenvisie Scheveningen 2025-2050’, unveiled by the City of Den Haag, outlines the strategic transformation of Scheveningen Harbor into a centerpiece of the blue economy. The vision positions the harbor as a multifaceted facility where economic growth, sustainability, and recreation coexist seamlessly. This long-term plan, presented on 9 July 2025, sets out to develop the harbor into three main zones, each with distinct focuses on fishing, innovative companies, and recreation, ensuring a blend of traditional and modern maritime activities [1][2][3].
Sustainability and Economic Viability
Scheveningen Harbor will serve as an essential hub for sustainable fishing practices, with plans for a new modern fish auction and collaborations with educational institutions to foster innovation. Sustainability remains a cornerstone of this initiative, with an emphasis on eco-friendly maritime technology and infrastructure improvements that enhance the harbor’s economic viability. Den Haag’s approach ensures the harbor’s industrial character is preserved while adapting to current environmental standards [2][4].
Innovation and Community Involvement
A crucial part of the harbor’s transformation focuses on innovation and community involvement. The third basin will accommodate innovative startups and maritime businesses, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for technological advancements in sustainable maritime practices. The development of an Innovation Center aims to support startups and students in maritime technology fields, promoting economic opportunities within the local community [2][4].
Collaborative Framework
The ‘Havenvisie Scheveningen’ emerged from a collaborative process involving significant community and stakeholder engagement. Stakeholders include fishers, entrepreneurs, and local residents, whose input has been vital in shaping a vision that respects the harbor’s rich cultural heritage while pursuing modern opportunities. This engagement model is exemplified by a new collaborative structure that enhances strategic consultation among harbor parties, ensuring that the plans reflect diverse interests and expertise [1][2].