The Noord/Zuidlijn will connect the two areas of Amsterdam that are undergoing the most development at this time.  The Zuidas (South Axis) is rapidly turning into the prime location for businesses. In Amsterdam-Noord there are now advanced plans for new businesses, shops and homes around Buikslotermeerplein Station.  Since the Noord/Zuidlijn will improve the accessibility of Amsterdam and its environs, the city can continue to develop economically and the number of jobs will grow.

City centre
Home to some 80,000 jobs, the centre of Amsterdam is still the economic heart of the city. The employment opportunities here are often closely intertwined with Amsterdam’s role as a centre for the outlying areas.

The ability of the city centre to attract and retain especially company offices and shops is coming under pressure from the competition of business locations and shopping areas on the edge of town, which are often easily accessible by car.

To maintain the level of the facilities and prevent a loss of jobs, it is of vital importance that Amsterdam should be easily accessible for shops, cafés, restaurants and the many other companies that want to be in the city’s centre.

Zuidas
In recent years, the Zuidas has developed into an important office district housing many international companies. This prime location is now already easily accessible by car and public transportation. The Noord/Zuidlijn will contribute to the further development of the area.

Schiphol Airport and region

Since the Noord/Zuidlijn will connect with public transportation going to Schiphol Airport at Zuid Station, the metro line will also be contributing to the further development of the employment zones between Amsterdam and Schiphol. Also for the economic functioning of the city it is important that the airport and the surrounding areas are quickly and comfortably accessible by public transportation.