Holland Casino begins construction on new Groningen venue at Businesspark Ter Borch
Ceremony on 3 November 2026 marks start of a sustainable, accessible casino near the A7.
Key Takeaways
- Holland Casino started construction of the new Holland Casino Groningen on 3 November 2026 at Businesspark Ter Borch.
- The new venue replaces the previous site lost to fire in 2017 and aims to be sustainable, accessible and hospitality-focused.
- CEO Petra de Ruiter and Mayor Marcel Thijsen joined staff and partners for the ceremonial opening act.
- The project is positioned along the A7 and is intended to boost the attractiveness of Businesspark Ter Borch.
Holland Casino officially started construction of the new Holland Casino Groningen at Businesspark Ter Borch on 3 November 2026, holding a ceremonial gathering attended by employees, construction partners and municipal representatives. The build begins the branch’s return to a permanent location after its previous site was lost to fire in 2017.
The ceremony and who took part
The event brought staff and partners together to mark the symbolic opening act. CEO Petra de Ruiter said the project is both a new building and “a place where guests feel welcome and where our employees can work with pride.” Employee Richard van den Broek, who has worked at the branch since the start, joined De Ruiter and Marcel Thijsen, Mayor of the municipality of Tynaarlo, in performing the opening act and said: “I am relieved that it is finally starting and can’t wait to walk in here.” The gathering was held on Businesspark Ter Borch and was open to construction partners and local officials. The ceremony was reported in the company release.
Site, scope and priorities
The new establishment sits on Businesspark Ter Borch at the gateway to Groningen, adjacent to the A7. Holland Casino has designed the project with a strong emphasis on the surroundings, sustainability, accessibility and hospitality. The location is intended to provide space for a contemporary casino model aligned with guest preferences and to meet Holland Casino’s ambitions for future-proof business operations.
Regional impact and timeline
Mayor Marcel Thijsen highlighted the development’s contribution to the further development of Businesspark Ter Borch and said it strengthens the attractiveness of the location along the A7. For Holland Casino Groningen’s employees, the start of construction fulfils a long-held wish for a new permanent home in the Northern Netherlands.
“Today, together, we are taking an important step towards the future of Holland Casino Groningen,” Petra de Ruiter said.
Construction officially starts in November 2026, marking the commencement of the next phase in rebuilding the Groningen branch after the 2017 fire.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did construction begin on the new Holland Casino Groningen?
Construction officially began on 3 November 2026, marked by a ceremonial gathering at Businesspark Ter Borch attended by employees, construction partners and municipal representatives.
Why is Holland Casino rebuilding in Groningen?
Holland Casino is rebuilding the Groningen branch because the previous site was lost to fire in 2017; the new build returns the branch to a permanent location with a focus on sustainability, accessibility and hospitality.
Who represented local government at the opening ceremony?
Marcel Thijsen, Mayor of the municipality of Tynaarlo, attended the ceremony and emphasised that the development contributes to the further development of Businesspark Ter Borch and strengthens the attractiveness of the location along the A7.
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