Klundert warehouse shut down after major cocaine bust linked to West-Brabant ports
A warehouse in Klundert has been closed by Mayor Aart-Jan Moerkerke after police discovered a large cocaine shipment linked to the premises. The bust, part of a broader crackdown on drug trafficking in Zeeland and West-Brabant ports, highlights ongoing efforts to combat organized crime and protect local communities.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Nijverheidsstraat, Klundert, Noord-Brabant |
| Date of Closure | 20 March 2026 |
| Discovery | Hundreds of kilos of cocaine and a possible firearm in Papendrecht |
| Authorities Involved | Zeehavenpolitie Zeeland-West-Brabant, Mayor Moerkerke, Customs, Police |
| Programme | Mainport Programme Zeehavens Zeeland – West-Brabant |
| Partners | Municipalities, police, Public Prosecution Service, port companies |
The municipality of Moerdijk, led by Mayor Aart-Jan Moerkerke, plays a key role in local law enforcement and public safety, particularly in tackling drug-related crime. As part of the Mainport Programme, the municipality collaborates with regional and national agencies to secure ports and disrupt criminal networks.
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Mayor closes business premises in Klundert
Mayor Moerkerke is closing a business premises on Nijverheidsstraat in Klundert as of 20 March 2026 following the discovery of a large quantity of cocaine.
In Papendrecht, Zeehavenpolitiie Zeeland-West-Brabant discovered a van containing hundreds of kilos of cocaine and possibly a firearm during the night of 19 to 20 March 2026. Further investigation led to the warehouse in Klundert.
Mayor Aart-Jan Moerkerke decided to close the premises on the same day. “I am once again shocked by this discovery. It shows how persistent drug-related crime is, but also that our tough approach is working. Thanks to the efforts of the police, enforcement officers, customs and other security partners, we are removing more and more drugs from the streets. This is crucial for the safety of our villages and towns and for the trust of our residents.”
Mainport programme
The Mainport Programme Zeehavens Zeeland – West-Brabant is making our seaports more resilient to undermining crime and cracking down on criminals to ensure safe working and good business. It is a joint approach by the municipalities of Vlissingen, Borsele, Terneuzen and Moerdijk, the police, Public Prosecution Service, Customs, Royal Military Constabulary, Tax and Customs Administration and the port companies North Sea Port and Port of Moerdijk. Together with entrepreneurs, we are ensuring that criminals have no opportunity to, for example, smuggle drugs. We are doing this by better securing the ports and making the people who work there more resilient. At the same time, we are actively seeking out criminal activities, seizing drugs and punishing offenders.”