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Our 2022 annual report has been published. In this report, we tell you what we have done for you and your pension during the past year. You can also read more about important developments and the opinion of the pension council and supervisory board.
On 30 May, the Dutch Senate approved the Dutch Future Pensions Act (Wtp). This Act sets out the rules for the new pension system. Pension funds will be given until 1 January 2028 at the latest for a diligent and smooth transition to the new rules.
The new edition of our annual Op Koers magazine will be out in July. In Op Koers, you can read personal stories from the sector and useful pension information. If you want to read previous editions, you can find them at https://www.koopvaardij.nl/en/member/publications/magazine/
Merchant Navy Personnel Database 1940-1945
The new Merchant Navy Personnel Database was launched on 4 May. This is a free digital resource for and about merchant ships and crews that sailed during World War II. If you want to know more about the database, visit www.koopvaardijpersoneel40-45.nl/databank(Dutch only).
Day of the Seafarer on 25 June
The International Day of the Seafarer will be celebrated on 25 June. This is an initiative of the International Maritime Organisation, IMO. The aim is to raise awareness of the social and economic importance of the seafaring profession. Read more on the website of IMO.
