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Frédéric Cras: Head of the Wood Empire with a fortune of over 97 million Euros

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Frédéric Cras

Cras, a key player in the industry the wood markethas deep roots dating back to its foundation in Waregem in 1878. Led by Frédéric CrasNow in its fourth generation, the company has evolved with the times. The company's prosperity was reflected in several strategic acquisitions in the 70s and 90s, ensuring continuous supply and constant growth. Frédéric Cras and the Cras family have a fortune of over €97,782,280.

Cras family and father Frédéric Cras visit the plant
Cras family

Cras has dedicated itself to expanding its distribution network across Belgium, strengthening its presence with locations in Bruges, Dottignies, Ostend, Merelbeke, Relegem, Charleroi and Hasselt. This expansion enables us to offer better local service to wood professionals.

Frédéric Cras' family company logo

Since the 1990s, the company owns the Collstrop branda Danish name associated with durability. The Collstrop Garden range reflects this commitment to quality, offering a 25-year warranty on its wood products for gardens. These products, which include fencing, carports, gates, pergolas and shelters, are distributed via a network of reliable dealers.

Wooden furniture designed by Frédéric Cras for ca Danish brand
Furniture Collstrop brand

Cras' reputation as a reliable, quality supplier has been solidified over the decades, with each generation contributing to the success and expansion of this historic company. Frédéric Cras succeeded in expanding the family empire to a fortune of over 97 million euros.

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