| loonbedrijftamminga.nl | Loonbedrijf Tamminga | Loonbedrijf Tamminga specializes in agricultural machinery services and offers a wide range of services, including beet planting, cultivation, and harvesting, as well as fertilization, harvesting, hay harvesting, pressing, and spraying. The website includes information on recent developments such as Nitrogen Use Standards 2025 and the Fertilizer Usage Guide 2025. There are photos of the company and its surroundings from 1900 to present, documenting the long history of Loonbedrijf Tamminga. | Agricultural Services & Contracting → Farm Services 76 | fertilization 122 harvest 275 machinery 519 equipment 4143 photo 7778 | |
| freestart.nl | Freestart | In 2019, Freestart decided to cease its operations and transfer its customers to MijnDomein.nl, a decision taken after more than 20 years of loyal customer following. Freestart began in 1996 as an initiative of students who wanted to offer free internet access and therefore earned the name ‘Freestart.nl,’ referring to the lack of subscription fees. Throughout its existence, Freestart grew into a professional ISP offering services such as web hosting, email, domain registration, and ADSL, focusing on the business market and small businesses. | | market 2772 | |
| 100jaarstuwlinne.nl | Stichting 100 Jaar Stuw Linne | The website documents the history of the Stuw Linne, which was built in 1924 as part of the fight against the Maas and the subsequent development of the region. The site provides information on events, including an open-air spectacle, an exhibition, and theatrical performances, organized to celebrate the 100th anniversary. The website also offers opportunities to recruit volunteers and provides news reports about the anniversary. | Water Sports → Rowing 303 | dam 63 anniversary 670 volunteer 8367 event 45199 | Maasgouw → Linne 101 |
| drinkmelman.nl | Drinkmelman | Melman Fruit Beer is a craft fruit beer available in four flavors: Strawberry, Cassis, Cherry, and Peach, brewed in Holland with a 3% ABV base beer. The business originated with the Melman family in Leiden, Netherlands, established in 1900 by Jan Melman, who later passed the business to his son Bertus Melman in 1923, initially focused on distributing food and beverages. Following the sale of the business to Sligro in the 1980s, Melman Fruit Beer continues to be brewed in the Netherlands utilizing traditional brewing methods and ingredients such as wheat malt and Black Carrot juice. | Beverages → Beer 1095 | wheat 33 brewery 498 flavor 1032 netherlands 1376 beer 2887 family 6462 | South-Holland → Leiden 7089 |
| greenlines.nl | Greenlines Retail | The company utilizes smart logistics to guarantee product availability, with communication, planning, and technology playing a key role. Greenlines offers transportation services, including pallet transport and the transport of loading carriers such as CC-carts, and is flexible in providing solutions. The company aims for an efficient and reliable delivery chain, ensuring that products are available on time for sale. | Transportation Services → Freight Transport 378 | branch 268 logistics 3257 transport 6105 | |
| lionnoir.nl | Lion Noir | Lion Noir was more than just a restaurant; it was an experience where guests became friends and evenings often lasted longer than planned. The restaurant was run by Bobby and Willy, who each played an essential role: Willy as the director with a keen eye for detail and Bobby as the bartender with a talent for humor and cocktails. The kitchen was led by chefs Edo, Sammy and Ron, who, despite the busy atmosphere, consistently provided high quality and discreetly maintained their skills. | | cocktail 925 hospitality 3491 atmosphere 5591 kitchen 6443 | |
| mejirogym.nl | Mejiro Gym Amsterdam | In 1975, Jan Plas visited Japan with colleagues and met sensei Kurosaki, whose dojo was located in the ‘Mejiro’ district, inspiring the gym's name. He subsequently trained with champions Fujiwara and Shima, leading to the formation of the Dutch Kickboxing Association (N.K.B.B). The gym's early days saw support from Boxing Gym Vermeulen and initially included fighters like Lucien Carbin and Johan Vos, eventually establishing a location at Lauriergracht 86 in Amsterdam where the ‘Mejiro Style’ was developed. Mejiro Gym Amsterdam gained prominence through national and international titles, fueled by events hosted at the Jaap Edenhal, and initially fostered rivalries with gyms like Vos Gym and Chakuriki. | Combat Sports → Kickboxing 448 | japan 110 kickboxing 433 gym 699 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| devermeulengroep.nl | the vermeulen group | The company was founded in 1919 by Willem Gerrit Vermeulen and expanded in the 1950s with concrete production. In 1989, the sons of Klaas Vermeulen, Peter and Willem, established Vermeulen Drachten Holding. In 2018, the vermeulen group was re-established by Willem and his children, with a legacy of 100 years. | Administrative Support → Family Businesses 664 | enterprise 101 production 4582 history 7286 | Smallingerland → Drachten 2052 |
| talamini.nl | Talamini | The company originated in 1892 in Northern Italy, where Giovanni Talamini developed his unique ice cream recipes. In addition to ice cream parlors in various cities, such as Deventer, Zwolle, Apeldoorn and Zutphen, Talamini also operates a restaurant, La Meridiana. The Talamini family has a long tradition in the ice cream business, starting in Vienna where they were recognized as the royal confectioner's supplier. | Ice Cream → Ice Cream Parlors 521 | italian 320 ice cream 1000 history 7286 restaurant 11215 | Voorst → Twello 469 |
| 0031design.nl | 0031 design | The website sells a wide range of products, including window and interior decoration (Wood & Washi), ceramics (Olav Slingerland), interior accessories (Goods), cushions (Studio EYK), and watches and jewelry (Waidzeit). The website describes collaborations with Dutch designers for the Goods collection and mentions various design brands, including Block Design from the UK, which is certified B Corp. Customers can find products in selected stores and contact the company directly for questions or further information. | Accessories → Jewelry 3517 | watch 1166 ceramics 1271 accessories 12975 design 27202 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| hofleverancier.nl | The Stichting Hofleveranciers | The website describes various historical Dutch businesses, including breweries, wine merchants, bakeries, and a wellness provider. The emphasis is on the heritage, tradition, and quality of these companies, many of which have existed for over a century. The website offers the opportunity to order the book ‘Hofleveranciers’ and provides details about specific companies like the Alfa Brewery and Jacob Hooy. | Administrative Support → Family Businesses 664 | brewery 498 bakery 718 family business 793 wellness 1561 wine 4476 | Roermond → Swalmen 254 |
| boele-bolnes.nl | Boele-Bolnes.nl | The website provides an overview of the various periods and names of the company, dating back to the 19th century and continuing until 1987, with mentions of the founders and their successors. The site details the breadth of activities, ranging from the machine factory (metalworking, turning, expedition, coppersmithing, boiler making) to shipbuilding and the maintenance of ships. An extensive overview is given of the training schools and courses offered by the company, with specific departments such as metalworking, turning, and carpentry. | Industrial History → Shipbuilding 11 | machine factory 29 shipbuilding 148 department 269 history 7286 | Ridderkerk → Bolnes 23 |
| desparvanwell.nl | DeSparVanWell | The website offers four historical corporate films from the period 1937-1983 that illuminate the history of the Spar chain. One of the films from 1937 shows a staff outing of Spar employees, including visits to historical locations such as the Belgian Monument in Amersfoort and the Royal Palace Het Loo. The website describes the growth of the Spar chain, with 2200 grocery stores becoming members in 1952. | Arts → Film 3972 | staff outing 17 corporate films 55 sparring 75 | Dijk en Waard → Heerhugowaard 2011 |
| gebr-bischoff.nl | Gebr. Bischoff | The website describes the founding of Gebr. Bischoff in 1895 by Wilhelm Bischoff as a small manufacturing business in Zaandam. The company grew into a national retail chain with sixteen branches after World War II, undergoing extensive renovations and additions such as a new canopy and ‘display islands’ in Zaandam. After a period of decline, Bischoff ceased selling men's and women's clothing in 1971 and specialized in home furnishings. The company ended in 1980 after the collapse of the construction market. | Visual Arts → Museums 2049 | retail chain 10 branch 268 textile 1421 history 7286 | Zaanstad → Zaandam 2740 |
| robwolf.nl | Rob Wolf Geschiedschrijving | Rob Wolf has been active as a historian, writer, and archivist since 1990, engaging in research, writing books and articles, and archiving materials. He has focused on topics such as the Tilburg hospitals during the first coronavirus crisis, the history of the Nijmegen action orchestra Kladderadatsch, and the impact of the Spanish flu on Nijmegen. The website also includes blog posts and news articles on recent events and historical themes, such as the coronavirus pandemic and the Spanish flu. | Websites → Information Portals 759 Specialized History → Medical History 23 | archive 2067 patient 4082 article 6000 history 7286 book 11396 blog 13392 | Gelderland → Wijchen 1579 |
| werkenbijzitmaxx.nl | Zitmaxx Wonen | Zitmaxx Wonen is a rapidly growing, lively family business with a showroom of 15000 m2 and offers furniture, sofas and armchairs. The website advertises an open position for a Baliemedewerker (Receptionist) with various educational requirements and terms of employment. In addition to the showroom and job vacancies, the website describes the working environment and the opportunities for personal and professional development. | Online Services → Job Boards 1036 | department 269 family business 793 vacancy 6598 furniture 8751 | |
| hoetinkschoenmode.nl | Hoetink Schoenmode | The company, founded in 1917, began by repairing clogs and horse riding saddles, and later expanded to shoes. The store has been located on Spittaalstraat 42 in Zutphen since 1940. The website provides insight into family history, with the involvement of current owners Rina Hoetink and Gilbert Beijer, and the evolution of the company over the decades. | Clothing & Accessories → Shoe Stores 441 | clogs 95 family business 793 shoes 2699 store 3901 history 7286 | Gelderland → Zutphen 2690 |
| detoestand.nl | De Toestand & Co | The agency was created as a response to existing advertising agencies, aiming to offer a different approach to communication. Concerns were raised about the name ‘De Toestand’, due to the potential for confusion with GBJ Hilterman’s column and the suggestion of ongoing change. The agency launched a controversial advertising campaign in the local business newspaper, utilizing images from pornographic magazines. | Communication → PR 879 | advertising campaign 50 name 683 agency 944 market 2772 | |
| breukelhistorie.nl | Breukel through the Years | The website contains photos and memories of P. J. Breukel Manufacturen dating back to 1929. There are photos and memories of Breukel’s Woninginrichting available from 1972. The site showcases photos and memories of Breukel’s Textiel from 1958, and of Breukel Sleep and Comfort since 2009. | Websites → Archive Websites 69 | guestbook 338 memory 1641 photo 7778 furniture 8751 | Hoeksche Waard → Nieuw-Beijerland 84 |
| villa-positiva.nl | Villa Positiva | The website describes Villa Positiva as a platform for inclusive care, connecting clients, care providers, and clients. The platform offers support and advice, including online introductory meetings and individualized guidance, and aims to reduce the administrative burden of care. Villa Positiva is run by experienced care professionals who are working to improve and make care more effective. | Entrepreneurship → Social Enterprises 299 | enterprise 101 professionals 1966 care 12338 | |
| groothuijsetransport.nl | Groothuijse Transport | The website describes the history of Groothuijse Transport, from the founding by H. J. Groothuijse to the split into transport and earthmoving divisions. The website's navigation consists of buttons that provide access to photo albums, videos and contact information. A guest book is available and information about the possibility of contacting the company. | Logistics → Transportation 1102 | navigation 330 guestbook 338 album 1495 transport 6105 history 7286 | Berg en Dal → Beek 86 |
| zakenvanbetekenis.nl | ZAKEN VAN BETEKENIS | The website introduces the concept of the ‘meaning economy,’ where family businesses operate based on their values and beliefs. It provides examples of family businesses such as Nelis Company, Schijvens Corporate Fashion, and Familiebedrijf Gulpener, which have a positive impact and translate their values into concrete actions. ZAKEN VAN BETEKENIS helps family businesses deepen their stories, interpret them historically, and utilize them for a sustainable future vision. | Entrepreneurship → Social Enterprises 299 | enterprise 101 future 404 meaning 428 value 1352 story 8285 | |
| brouwerfoodgroup.nl | De Brouwer Groothandelsgroep | De Brouwer Groothandelsgroep originated in 1923 on the Zuiderzee island of Urk, started by Albert Brouwer as a hospitality business and has grown into an international wholesale company. The company has been a family business since 1923, now led by the fourth generation ‘Brouwers’, and consists of five companies: Asia Express Food, Visscher Seafood, Fisherman’s Choice, Schiava and Horecagroothandel Brouwer. In 2016, the extensive history of the company was documented in the commemorative book ‘Van Wabu tot Brouwergroep’, which also describes the history of Urk before World War II, and is available upon request. | Clothing & Accessories → Shoe Stores 441 | wholesale 280 food 3872 book 11396 | Flevoland → Urk 762 |
| velseraardewerk.nl | Velseraardewerk | The website offers a collection of various ceramic objects, such as ashtrays, bowls, cups, vases, and decorative figures. Information is available about the company’s history and employees, as well as a list of the available objects. The website describes the characteristics of the ceramic objects, including shape, designer, and any markings. | Ceramics → Pottery 292 | markings 33 objects 426 designer 571 ceramics 1271 collection 7566 | |
| kronikeur.nl | Kronikeur | The website describes a common problem: organizations with rich histories struggling to share them due to lack of time and experience. Kronikeur offers help in reconstructing this history through research, interviews, and documentation. In addition to organizing and publishing existing archives, Kronikeur can also help find lost treasures in local or national archives and capture anecdotes through interviews. | Books → Publishers 1040 | canon 67 interview 1371 publication 2018 archive 2067 story 8285 research 8967 | |
| dvanbaarsen.nl | D. van Baarsen | The archive documents the history of the company, starting with the gravel and sand trade in the 1930s and 1940s in Buiksloot. During the 1950s and 1960s, the company expanded with concrete plants, a lime mortar plant, and new installations in Halfweg and Geertruidenberg. The documents include anniversaries, staff parties, farewells to employees, and reports on various projects, such as the launching of ships and demonstrations in Schiphol. | Archives → Historical Documents 14 | construction materials 44 sand 630 anniversary 670 document 1678 installation 13742 | Amsterdam → North 657 |
| tijdgenoot.nl | Tijdgenoot | Historical research can focus on a wide range of topics, provided there are sufficient reliable sources available. Tijdgenoot offers both commissioned and independent historical research services, with final products ranging from short texts to extensive books. The company specializes in creating corporate histories, mapping out the development of a business and telling a story that emphasizes self-awareness and resilience. | Financial Services → Advice 1003 | history 7286 story 8285 research 8967 | |
| baggerbedrijftrip.nl | Baggerbedrijf Trip | The website provides an overview of Baggerbedrijf Trip's activities, including the construction of the AG Wildervanck canal and the damming of the Oosterdiep canal in Veendam. The company was involved in the deepening and widening of the Winschoterdiep, from Winschoten to Groningen. A key project was the damming of the old Winschoterdiep in Hoogezand-Sappemeer, utilizing sand released during the deepening and widening of the more recent Winschoterdiep. | Civil & Infrastructure → Hydraulic Engineering 85 | dam 63 canal 507 | Oldambt → Winschoten 830 |
| alpina-watch.nl | Alpina Watch International SA | The website details the history of Alpina Watches International SA, founded in 1883 by Gottlieb Hauser. The company initially focused on developing and selling high-quality watches under the Alpina brand through a cooperative of Swiss watchmakers. Following challenges in the 1970s due to the quartz crisis, Alpina was restructured and subsequently acquired by Frederique Constant SA in 2002, leading to a worldwide relaunch. | | quartz 28 manufacturer 355 watch 1166 history 7286 brand 17737 | |