ABENA Netherlands Relocates to Laarakker Business Park
Wednesday January 08, 2025
The Danish family-owned ABENA Group is relocating its Dutch subsidiary, ABENA Netherlands, to the Laarakker business park in Haps. After years of preparation, the final decision has been made, and construction can now begin. Rob Basjes, Managing Director of ABENA Netherlands, and the municipality of Land van Cuijk are delighted that the new construction is finally becoming a reality. ABENA is a producer and leading supplier of various products for healthcare, cleaning, hospitality, packaging, and food processing.The ABENA Group employs over 2,000 people and is growing within Europe. ABENA Netherlands will move from its current locations in Boxmeer and Heijen to a single location in Haps, spanning approximately six hectares. The new site will serve as the hub for sales in the Netherlands and manage sales and logistics for both the Netherlands and neighboring countries.
A modern and sustainable business complex will be developed in phases at Laarakker Zuid, directly located along the A73. Phase 1 includes the Dutch headquarters and the first section of the distribution center. The contractor has already been selected, and construction will begin in early 2025. ABENA aims to complete the new facility as quickly and sustainably as possible.
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The Laarakker business park and the municipality of Land van Cuijk are pleased to welcome this new company. Maarten Jilisen, Alderman for Economic Affairs, stated:"ABENA Netherlands fits seamlessly with our recently established economic vision, which focuses on the top sectors of Agri, Food, Tech, and Health. As an international player with strong roots in healthcare, ABENA is a valuable addition to our region. We are thrilled that ABENA is continuing its activities at a central location in Land van Cuijk."
Olaf de Croon, Director of Laarakker Business Park, added:
"We are proud that ABENA Netherlands has chosen Laarakker business park as the base for its continued growth. This development demonstrates how Laarakker continues to attract businesses and plays a key role in regional economic growth. With this move, the final plot of Laarakker Zuid is now occupied, marking an important milestone that strengthens our region. It also provides ABENA the opportunity to grow in a future-proof manner."
Rob Basjes, Managing Director of ABENA Netherlands, is pleased that the new construction is officially underway. Basjes explained:
"After careful preparation, construction has begun on our new Regional Distribution Center and Dutch headquarters. From the Haps location, we will handle both domestic and international goods flows. We are excited about this significant development and look forward to the completion and commissioning of our new site."
