The Netherlands

Close up photograph of a yellow sign hanging from a control panel, the sign has black text saying "NIET INSCHAKELEN Smeltbedrijf"

VDL Castings Heerlen

March 5, 2026 by Michel

Once a busy iron foundry producing heavy cast components for the automotive and machinery industries; the enormous halls have fallen silent, offering a glimpse into Limburgs iron industry.

De Glasfabriek Schiedam

October 5, 2023 by Michel

Uncover the forgotten legacy of O-I Manufacturing Netherlands BV, also known as De Glasfabriek, Schiedam's glass giant,