How the Netherlands Became the World Leader in the Maritime Industry ?

The Netherlands has long been known as a seafaring nation, but did you know that it is also the world leader in the maritime industry? In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the fascinating history of how the Dutch built the largest and most advanced shipping industry in the world, dominating the seas for centuries.

From their innovative ship designs and advanced navigational techniques to their vast networks of ports and trading hubs, the Dutch have been at the forefront of the maritime industry for centuries. We'll explore the key factors that contributed to their rise to power, and examine the impact that their dominance has had on global trade and commerce.

Join us on a journey through time as we uncover the untold story of how the Netherlands became the world leader in the maritime industry, and discover the secrets of their incredible success.

Podcast "The maritime vision"

[lester]

The Netherlands didn't become world leaders in the maritime industry they have ALWAYS been the leaders in maritime

[ramonschliszka]

It all started when we added a crankshaft to our windmills used to saw timber to build ships. It allowed us to saw timber in much higher pace than competitor countries like England. Additionally the timber was of equal quality and size allowing ships to be build in series.

[Mischiefcity]

Great video. Totally thought this was a big YouTube channel. Deserves more subscribers for sure

[QAT]

i wanna work in dutch shipping company because i love the sea

[hendriksap]

we dutch are the best in see going fighting against and discover land make lands and so on. did you know austrailia was discoverd by the dutch the crashet at ther barens riff

[ArnoldBerkhout]

It's always disappointing when they talk about the Netherlands, and then show you a lot of pictures and video's of places NOT in the Netherlands. :(

[andrewswinton]

Voice sounds like a robot, you can do better as the content is good!

[ashwinlakshman]

The Video was really good and made me wanted to join merchant navy, it would be great to have a knowledge of how can one join Dutch merchant navy and become an officer in Netherlands, colleges offering Masters and other details regarding it. Eagerly waiting for the information @themaritimevision

[marcusfranconium]

Here is a challenge, name all items the dutch are world leaders in, how important is this small country .