Royal Brinkman, 's-Gravenzande

Royal Brinkman has been a supplier, consultant and installer for professional horticulture since 1885. They have also earned the right to use the title ‘Royal’ in their company’s name. Whereas, in recent years, many suppliers have been in a difficult position, Royal Brinkman has determined its own international course. Brinkman, which has achieved a strong local presence in the most important horticultural countries in the world, invests in good personnel to ensure the supply of their specialist products and services. Moreover, Royal Brinkman enters into strategic partnerships and joint ventures to find new solutions for its customers.

The judges’ verdict: Royal Brinkman is a well-managed company that focuses on international horticulture. The strong management team has a strategic vision and has determined a clear course. The company is constantly looking for ways to advance their business. With other parties in the sector, they arrive at sustainable solutions. Where necessary, the company looks for common ground to solve problems. The use of e-commerce, which is testimony to that vision, reinforces the international position of the company.