On January 5 , 2005 , Hortus Supplies International was launch as a little troupe with big ambitions . Willem Bakker , Nico van der Spek , and Richard Heemskerk get together military group with one clean destination : to provide agriculturalist worldwide with the best product and solutions to make their crops stronger , healthy , and more productive . Twenty years later , the company has grown into an external role player with client on every continent , four alien branch , and a dedicated team quick to tackle any challenge . But what genuinely set up us apart ? Partnership , persistence , and a hint of humor when ask .
Richard and Nico
From modest steps to giant leapsThe road to where the company is today has been anything but square . Richard Heemskerk : " It all started with a meek storage warehouse where space and resources were limited . Our first " office " ? Two portable cabins at Van Zaal Transport in a warehouse . Over the preceding 20 class , we ’ve relocate twice , and our current office was completely expanded and modernized just two year ago . With state - of - the - graphics adeptness and a growing squad — ranging from untried talent ( 19 years old ! ) to seasoned professionals ( 64 years old!)—we now have a workspace that is fully equipped for the future and our , goals and aspirations that we aim for . "
The growth is also reflected in the company logo , now in its third iteration . " Each purpose symbolizes a raw chapter in our journeying — from a small-scale exportation party to a planetary collaborator in the horticultural industriousness . Despite our growth , we remain truthful to our core values : personal connections , authentic service , and always thinking in root . "
Three truck with logos
The power of collaboration"What truly severalise us is how we work together — both internally and with our client and collaborator " , proceed Nico . " Our client are n’t just guest ; they ’re partners with whom we sleep with to brainwave . Whether it ’s a small grower in the Netherlands or a enceinte refinement business in Canada , we take the clip to understand their challenge and provide tailored resolution .
This collaborative coming has led to some noteworthy experience . " Like the time we postulate a large crane to load a container . A compost spreader designate for Dalat Hasfarm in Vietnam was n’t going to match into a 40 foot container with just a forklift . It was a logistical challenge , but thanks to teamwork - and a bit of creativity - we got the job done . Moments like these show that together , we ’re always stronger , even when things get problematic . "
Container being load up by a Hart Crane for load up a compost spreader
Not just byplay , but also fun ! From go - karting to good quondam Christmas bingoRichard : " Of course , we ’re not just hardworking exporters of horticultural products ; we also know how to have fun with the squad . Like the prison term we drop dead go - karting . What started as an free outing turned into a fiercely free-enterprise backwash , with several colleagues suddenly break Verstappen - like ambitions . "
And let ’s not forget to mention last year ’s Christmas bingo , just 3 week ago : with Richard and Nico as the show maestro . The duo proved that even a simple game can become an unforgettable experience , occupy with laughter and great prizes . Richard and Nico as show masters
Willem Bakker : A cardinal figure in Hortus"At the closing of 2014 , we confront one of the saddest moments " , share Richard . " We had to say goodbye to Willem Bakker , one of the founders of Hortus . Willem was known for his humor , dedication , and strong personality . His positive energy go on to exhort us , and we remain profoundly grateful for all he contributed to Hortus Supplies . "
celebrate the anniversary by feed backTo home run our 20th anniversary , the company want to do more than search back — they need to give back . " inhale by the Dutch say " Wie jarig is , trakteert " ( Those who fete , treat ! ) , we ’ve launch a special initiative . Each month in 2025 , our cooperator can suggest a charity . From the submissions , we ’ll select one reason to receive a € 500,- a donation that calendar month . Whether it ’s a local initiative or a global projection , together we desire to contribute to a better hereafter . " If you sleep with a gravid drive that could practice some extra support , contact out to Anouk Heemskerk:[email protected ] .
Looking ahead to the next 20 years : A sustainable futureThe success of Hortus Supplies International is n’t just about the Cartesian product we supply — it ’s about the people : customers , colleagues , and everyone who makes the company travel over-the-top . " Together , we look to the future tense , and that future is green . From solar panels on our storage warehouse to the products we extend , we take aim to contribute to a horticultural manufacture that ’s quick for tomorrow ’s challenge . "
For more info : Hortus Supplies InternationalNoordpolderweg 211432 JH Aalsmeer , The Netherlands[email protected]www.hsibv.com
