Zeeland boosts public transport with €3.9 million investment in seven new hubs
Residents of Zeeland will soon enjoy better access to public transport as five municipalities receive nearly €4 million to upgrade and create seven new transport hubs. These improvements aim to connect villages, cities, and key facilities, making daily travel easier and more efficient.
| Municipality | Location(s) | Funding Amount | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vlissingen | Vlissingen Souburg Station | €75,000 | Upgrade to enhance passenger comfort |
| Terneuzen | N62 Westdorpe & Axelse Vlakte | €1,794,620 | Carpooling, fast bus route to Ghent |
| Sluis | Schoondijke Roundabout | €331,771 | Improved bus stop for village accessibility |
| Schouwen-Duiveland | ’t Sas & Hatfieldpark (Zierikzee) | €633,068 | Regional hub, school and facility access |
| Borsele | A58 Heinkenszand | €1,055,114 | New hub with carpooling facilities |
| Total Funding | €3,889,573 |
The Province of Zeeland, in collaboration with the Dutch government and regional partners, is responsible for enhancing regional accessibility and prosperity through initiatives like the Regio Deal North Sea Port District. This project reflects their commitment to improving public transport infrastructure and connectivity for residents.
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Seven new hubs to enhance accessibility in the North Sea Port District Regio Deal
Five municipalities in Zeeland will jointly receive €3,889,573 in subsidies. These funds are allocated for activities deemed important by public authorities but not directly executed by them, to upgrade existing and establish seven new public transport hubs. This investment marks a significant step toward improving accessibility and enhancing broad prosperity in the North Sea Port District.
Improved accessibility to facilities
In 2023, the Dutch government, the Province of Zeeland, and regional partners signed the Regio Deal North Sea Port District (NSPD). This collaboration aims to strengthen broad prosperity in the region, with one of its key objectives being the improvement of accessibility to essential services.
In partnership with the involved municipalities, an extensive study was conducted to identify suitable locations and associated investments. This has resulted in a concrete plan for seven hubs distributed across Zeeland.
- Municipality of Vlissingen - Vlissingen Souburg Station
The Municipality of Vlissingen will receive €75,000 to upgrade the area around Vlissingen Souburg Station into a fully-fledged hub. This will enhance passenger comfort and strengthen the station’s role as the gateway to Oost-Souburg. - Municipality of Terneuzen - N62 Westdorpe and Axelse Vlakte
The Municipality of Terneuzen will receive €1,794,620 to establish two hubs along the N62: one at Westdorpe and another at Axelse Vlakte. Both hubs will include carpooling facilities and connect to the fast bus route between Ghent and Terneuzen, set to launch in December 2026. These hubs will serve surrounding areas and key industrial zones. - Municipality of Sluis - Schoondijke Roundabout
The Municipality of Sluis will receive €331,771 to develop the bus stop at the Schoondijke roundabout into a regular hub. This will contribute to the accessibility and livability of the village. - Municipality of Schouwen-Duiveland – ’t Sas and Hatfieldpark in Zierikzee
The Municipality of Schouwen-Duiveland will receive €633,068 for two projects in Zierikzee. The ’t Sas bus station will be upgraded into a regional hub, serving as a key link in Zeeland’s mainline network and the Ghent–Rotterdam connection. Additionally, a new hub will be established near Hatfieldpark to ensure good access to schools and facilities on the western side of the city. - Municipality of Borsele - A58 Heinkenszand
The Municipality of Borsele will receive €1,055,114 to construct a new hub with carpooling facilities at the Heinkenszand exit on the A58.
Deputy Van der Maas emphasizes the importance of the new hubs: “This investment is a major step toward a Zeeland where everyone can travel easily and comfortably. By investing in strong, future-proof hubs, we better connect villages, cities, and facilities. This not only benefits accessibility but also the livability of our region.”
Traveling through Zeeland
Public transport in Zeeland is evolving from a system of fixed routes and timetables to a flexible transport network. The new and improved hubs will make it easier to transfer between different modes of transport, thereby enhancing accessibility to villages, cities, and essential services.