Curious, down-to-earth and always one question too many. Alex rides along with someone who keeps the Netherlands running — or sails with them on the water. No corporate talk, just real stories.
Episode 1 · Alex in the Car · 9 min
"She operates a 130-metre-high crane — and she's 24."
How did you end up here?
I studied logistics at vocational school and thought I'd end up in a warehouse. At an open day I sat in a crane simulator. I never got out again.
Was this always the plan?
Not at all. My dad said: 'A crane? Isn't that a man's job?' Now he comes to watch every year at the World Port Days.
Fictional characters and dialogue to show the format. Real episodes coming soon.
"Maritime work is dirty and old-fashioned."
"You always have to be away from home for months."
"Dutch maritime know-how is used worldwide."
"Lots of people are looking for meaningful work. Maybe it's closer to the water than you think."
— Alex. "Next time I'll ride along with someone else who keeps the Netherlands moving."