Foreword

As a joint venture, Zeeland Seaports is obliged to publish an annual report every year. For the first time, this annual report is appearing not in print but as a digital reference work on the Internet. In this manner, Zeeland Seaports wishes to reach a wider public for its account of and information about its activities. The digitisation of the annual report also answers the desire of Zeeland Seaports to make a positive contribution towards a better environment where possible.

With this digital annual report we hope to give you a clear picture of developments in our ports in 2008. Should you have any questions, remarks or suggestions after reading this report, then please send an e-mail to jaarverslag@zeeland-seaports.com or use the response form (click on 'respond' at the bottom on the right). Thanks in advance for your reactions.

I wish you much reading and viewing pleasure.

Hans van der Hart

Managing director Zeeland Seaports