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About NS

NS connects people across the Netherlands and beyond. Our goal is to make travel as comfortable, reliable and sustainable as possible, from door to door. We ensure travellers reach their destination safely and quickly by train, bus, bicycle and other means of transport.

Join our top team on the train

Become a train conductor, train driver or Safety & Service staff member

NS strategy

‘A sustainable and accessible Netherlands. For everyone.’ This mission guides us through 2025...

Corporate Governance

We voluntarily follow the Corporate Governance Code as part of our social responsibility.

Who are we?

Every day, more than 20,000 colleagues are ready to assist you, from train conductors and drivers to teams working behind the scenes. Together, we make tomorrow’s journey possible.

What we do

Station developments

NS Stations is responsible for stations and station areas.

Passenger transport

NS aims to provide travel that is easy, fast, safe and affordable.

Maintenance of trains

From quick servicing and cleaning to long-term overhauls.

Circular business practices

By designing and purchasing in a circular way, we use fewer raw materials.

Working Together with NS

Together you are stronger than alone.

Innovation and Sustainability

Sustainable travel is important for the future.

The rail sector & NS

The rail sector connects the whole of the Netherlands and ensures safe, sustainable and comfortable travel. NS transports millions of travellers daily, ProRail manages the railway infrastructure, and together with other partners, we work to maintain a reliable and future-proof rail network.

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