03/09/2026
Protecting the Netherlands from rising water levels while enhancing nature
Yesterday marked the official start of the implementation phase of the IJsselmeerdijk Reinforcement project, a milestone in strengthening flood resilience in the Netherlands.
As part of Combinatie IJsselmeerdijk, together with Boskalis Nederland, we are proud to support Waterschap Zuiderzeeland in reinforcing more than 17 kilometres of d**e between Lelystad and the Ketelbrug.
What makes this project unique is its innovative and nature-inclusive approach. Around 12 kilometres of the d**e will be reinforced with a wave-attenuating foreshore - a sustainable solution that enhances flood protection while creating new opportunities for biodiversity and nature development. The remaining sections will be strengthened through traditional d**e reinforcement measures.
With construction now underway, starting with the foreshore, we are applying our expertise in marine ingenuity to deliver a nature-inclusive flood protection solution that safeguards communities and enhances the surrounding ecosystem.
As part of the Dutch Hoogwaterbeschermingsprogramma (HWBP), this project contributes to the nationwide efforts to keep the Netherlands flood-safe for generations to come.
We look forward to working closely with our project partners to bring this landmark project to life.
๐ Read more (EN): https://www.vanoord.com/en/updates/construction-begins-ijsselmeerdijk-reinforcement-project/.
๐(NL): https://www.vanoord.com/nl/updates/starthandeling-uitvoering-versterking-ijsselmeerdijk/.