Leading Dutch home installation company, Feenstra, has ceased accepting new customers within Amsterdam’s city center. The decision stems from the municipality’s car-free policies, which Feenstra argues create unsafe working conditions for its technicians. The company cites difficulties in transporting necessary equipment and materials without vehicle access. They express concern over potential hazards arising from manual transport in congested pedestrian areas. Feenstra suggests the current restrictions hinder their ability to perform installations safely and efficiently. This move highlights growing tensions between urban environmental policies and the logistical needs of service-based businesses. The company has not indicated if it will reconsider its position should the city’s policies change.
