Entries by Patrick Willemsen

New Report: European tank storage in today’s global value chains

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The energy transition will change the architecture of economies by gradually replacing the traditional types of fuels that power our societies with new energy carriers. Tank storage companies are essential players in our energy, manufacturing, and food industries. The tank storage sector supports a complex network of actors, from domestic industry players to residential users and international traders. This paper outlines the current role of the tank storage sector in maintaining Europe’s prosperity, competitiveness, and geopolitical position.

Opinie | De Noodzaak voor de Defensie Ruimteagenda is groter dan ooit

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Het denken over de ruimte als militair domein moet worden vervlochten met de (inter)nationale veiligheid en economische- en kenniswinst binnen ons eigen land. Daarvoor is een heldere visie en strategische ambitie van het Ministerie van Defensie nodig, betoogt Patrick Bolder, HCSS Strategic Advisor Military Space and Unmanned Systems.

Post-HBO Registeropleiding Crisisbeheersing

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Naast klassieke rampen (fysieke veiligheid) krijgen publiek- en private organisaties steeds meer te maken met moderne crises (integrale veiligheid). Plotselinge en ernstige verstoringen van de bedrijfscontinuïteit met veel impact op de organisatie en de mensen die daarin werken. Voorbeelden daarvan zijn branden, ongevallen met gevaarlijke stoffen, uitval aan essentiële voorzieningen, cybercriminaliteit, fraude- en integriteitsvraagstukken, mediacrises […]

HCSS Paper Series | Deterrence for Small and Middle Powers

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What options do small and middle powers have to deter the military threat from Russia and China? A very relevant question, in light of what’s happening on Europe’s eastern borders today. Find out more in a new HCSS paper series edited by Paul van Hooft and Tim Sweijs.

What options do small and middle powers have to deter the military threat from Russia and China?

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What options do small and middle powers have to deter the military threat from Russia and China? A very relevant question, in light of what’s happening on Europe’s eastern borders today. Paul van Hooft, Nora Nijboer and Tim Sweijs argue that they should strengthen their conventional deterrence postures – specifically through ‘active denial’ strategies.