Bart Zuidervaart is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience at the daily newspaper Trouw since December 2000, serving in various roles including political editor, reporter covering multiple regions and topics, and editor-in-chief of the Internet desk. Zuidervaart has reported on areas such as Rotterdam, the Netherlands Antilles, The Hague, and issues related to refugees and asylum seekers. In addition to journalistic work, Zuidervaart is an author, having written the book "Schipholbrand - reconstructie van een tragedie" for Uitgeverij L.J. Veen. Bart Zuidervaart holds a degree from Fontys University of Applied Sciences and has also attended Stockholm University.