At Forvis Mazars, we inform you about the recent developments and rules and regulations that can have impact on you or your organisation. Would you like to minimise your risks and maximise your opportunities? We have listed several noteworthy news items that can be of use to you.
De leercurve van CSRD-rapportages

11 September 2026
Inzichten uit aanpassingen en verbeteringen op basis van 94 duurzaamheidsverslagen.
Uit onze analyse van 94 duurzaamheidsverslagen over 2025 blijkt dat veel organisaties hun rapportages hebben aangepast ten opzichte van eerdere jaren. Die wijzigingen zijn meestal niet terug te voeren op fouten in eerdere rapportages. Ze hangen vaker samen met nieuwe inzichten, een betere onderbouwing van cijfers of een aangescherpte interpretatie van de rapportagevereisten. Vergeleken met eerdere rapportages zien we dat organisaties hun duurzaamheidsinformatie beter onderbouwen en scherper afbakenen. In dit artikel bespreken we waar de meeste aanpassingen plaatsvinden en wat deze ontwikkelingen zeggen over de verdere ontwikkeling van duurzaamheidsrapportage.
Uit onze analyse van 94 duurzaamheidsverslagen over 2025 blijkt dat veel organisaties hun rapportages hebben aangepast ten opzichte van eerdere jaren. Die wijzigingen zijn meestal niet terug te voeren op fouten in eerdere rapportages. Ze hangen vaker samen met nieuwe inzichten, een betere onderbouwing van cijfers of een aangescherpte interpretatie van de rapportagevereisten. Vergeleken met eerdere rapportages zien we dat organisaties hun duurzaamheidsinformatie beter onderbouwen en scherper afbakenen. In dit artikel bespreken we waar de meeste aanpassingen plaatsvinden en wat deze ontwikkelingen zeggen over de verdere ontwikkeling van duurzaamheidsrapportage.
NIS2 is not an IT project: why boards and senior management must take the lead

9 September 2026
Cybersecurity is still too often regarded as a technical issue. Firewalls, backups, monitoring and access management are important, but under NIS2 this is no longer sufficient. The Dutch Cybersecurity Act (Cyberbeveiligingswet, Cbw), through which the Netherlands is implementing NIS2 into national law, explicitly makes cyber resilience part of governance, risk management and oversight, as we discussed earlier in this series.
This means that NIS2 does not belong solely on the IT department’s desk. Boards and senior management must understand the cyber risks facing the organisation, which measures are required, and how it is determined whether those measures are actually effective.
This means that NIS2 does not belong solely on the IT department’s desk. Boards and senior management must understand the cyber risks facing the organisation, which measures are required, and how it is determined whether those measures are actually effective.
Help shape the Private Equity Market Outlook 2027

1 September 2026
Forvis Mazars' Private Equity Market Outlook annually provides insights from private equity professionals worldwide. In the resulting reports, we offer insight into investor priorities and market developments.
Reform of EU social security coordination rules on the horizon: is your organisation prepared?

31 August 2026
On 7 July 2026, the European Parliament adopted the most far-reaching reform of the EU social security coordination rules in more than a decade. Under the revised framework, A1 certificates, posting arrangements and other cross-border employment structures are expected to come under increased scrutiny.
New packaging rules restrict access to EU market

20 August 2026
On 12 August 2026, key provisions of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) entered into force. The PPWR introduces requirements for all packaging placed on the EU market, whether supplied separately or as part of a packaged product.
As an EU Regulation, the PPWR applies directly in all Member States. Existing national provisions on packaging and packaging materials remain applicable to the extent that they do not conflict with the PPWR.
The Regulation is relevant to any business that manufactures, imports, distributes, or otherwise places packaging or packaged products on the EU market.
As an EU Regulation, the PPWR applies directly in all Member States. Existing national provisions on packaging and packaging materials remain applicable to the extent that they do not conflict with the PPWR.
The Regulation is relevant to any business that manufactures, imports, distributes, or otherwise places packaging or packaged products on the EU market.
NIS2 Update: Dutch Cybersecurity Act enters into force on 15 August 2026

3 August 2026
Developments surrounding NIS2 have entered a new phase. In a previous article, we discussed what the European NIS2 Directive and the Dutch Cybersecurity Act (Cyberbeveiligingswet, hereinafter referred to as the "Cbw") could mean for your organisation. Both laws will enter into force on 15 August 2026.
Assessment of employment relationships further clarified: new assessment framework published

31 July 2026
The classification of employment relationships in the engagement of self-employed professionals has been the subject of significant attention in recent years. Since the Dutch Tax Administration published its assessment framework for employment relationships at the end of 2024, several developments have provided further insight into how such relationships should be evaluated. Together, the Supreme Court’s recent Uber ruling, the subsequent guidance issued by the Dutch Tax Administration, and the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment’s newly published Assessment Framework for Employment Relationships represent the latest developments in this evolving area.
Forvis Mazars once again recognised in Chambers High Net Worth

28 July 2026
Forvis Mazars has once again been recognised in the prestigious international Chambers High Net Worth Guide. The firm has been ranked in Band 2 for Private Wealth Law in the Netherlands. In addition, both Frans Sonneveldt and Bianca de Kroon have been individually recognised in the ranking.
EUDR update: the countdown to December 2026 has started

7 July 2026
After several postponements and simplification measures, the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is now confirmed to apply from 30 December 2026 for medium and large companies. Recent legislative amendments, updated guidance, and revised FAQs have clarified several obligations while reducing the administrative burden for parts of the supply chain.
AI does not require more technology, but stronger professionals

6 July 2026
How Forvis Mazars views Artificial Intelligence: balancing people and technology