Deli Home, manufacturer and distributor of wooden building materials, decorative interior concepts and doors, has acquired a 50% strategic stake in Houtwerf in the Netherlands and will merge its Belgian operations with Distri-Hout.
Houtwerf and Distri-Hout serve DIY retailers, building materials wholesalers and specialist shops and construction companies with sustainable, wood-based building materials. Timber Yard is known for its sustainable nature with a range of circular innovations including Powerplex Bio, the only high-quality plywood board that contains bio-based glue and is free of toxic substances such as formaldehyde. The companies share a commitment to using only 100% FSC/PEFC certified wood, as the most sustainable and renewable raw material. With this transaction, Deli Home strengthens its position in Europe in the field of sustainable wood products.
From left to right: Pieter Verbeek, Eugène Sterken, Henri Verbeek, Jan-Willem Smits
Eugène Sterken, CEO of Deli Home, is delighted: 'We are excited about the opportunities we see for our customers at home and abroad with the exclusive, sustainable and circular products of Houtwerf and Distri-Hout. In addition, we benefit from the extensive knowledge both companies have on this important topic. In welcoming Houtwerf and Distri-Hout, we also mark another milestone in our growth strategy. We look forward to continuing to work with our new colleagues on our ambition to make wood-based customised solutions, for decorating and renovating homes, digitally easier and accessible to everyone.'
Henri Verbeek, Managing Director of Distri-Hout: 'We have been working successfully with Deli Home for over 10 years in our French joint venture AJ Timber. This far-reaching cooperation gives us the opportunity to accelerate our growth plans in the Benelux too, while maintaining the high level of service to our customers. Moreover, together with our customers, we can benefit from Deli Home's wider product range and cutting-edge customised digital solutions.'
Pieter Verbeek, Managing Director of Houtwerf, adds: 'We are convinced that in Deli Home we have found the right partner for the next phase of our businesses. Together with our employees, we look forward to continuing our operations, now complemented by all the possibilities that Deli Home offers.'
About Timber Yard and Distri Wood
Together, with a total of about 100 employees, Houtwerf and Distri-Hout are known for their high-quality service levels and in-depth product knowledge. From their warehouses, with a combined size of almost 30,000m2, they serve customers in the Benelux. The companies are characterised by their innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, resulting in a product portfolio that is tailored to the latest trends in the market.
Led by Pieter Verbeek, Houtwerf will continue to operate independently on the Dutch market from its existing location in Zoeterwoude.
Jeroen Lauwers will become managing director of the combined operations of Distri-Hout and Deli Home in Belgium, with Henri Verbeek remaining the contact person for Distri-Hout's customers and suppliers. Furthermore, the companies will mainly focus on innovative, sustainable product developments and combined logistics in order to continue serving customers optimally. Together, the companies aim to continue setting the standard in high-quality, circular and wood-based building materials and interior design concepts.
More information:
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