Takeover complete: the fourth generation takes the helm!

Now that all the formalities have been more or less completed, we are pleased to announce that, as of 1 January 2022, Jaap Sneeboer and Wilma Peelen have stepped down as directors of Sneeboer after more than 35 years, and have handed over these roles, along with ownership of the family business, to the fourth generation of Sneeboers. Under the leadership of their children Laura Sneeboer and Sjoerd Sneeboer, and with the efforts of the many family members working at the company, they will ensure that the business continues to grow in a sustainable way.

For instance, the water jet cutter will shortly be replaced by a brand new, faster and more sustainable laser cutter (more information to follow soon), and the possibilities are being explored for heating material using induction instead of the old-fashioned coal fire. Combined with the electricity generated by our 332 solar panels, Sneeboer is striving for an even more sustainable production process.

The completion of the takeover comes at a fitting moment, as Sneeboer will celebrate its 110th anniversary on 30 January 2023! As the fourth generation of Sneeboers, Laura and Sjoerd, together with all the employees, aim to keep producing Sneeboer's distinctive tools to the highest quality, holding high the motto of founder Arie Sneeboer: "If you do something, you should do it properly."