Famille Maas chemical company

Maas family: 1-billion-euro dynasty in the global chemicals business

Immerse yourself in the fascinating story of the Maas family, from their humble beginnings in Zeeland to the creation of a leading chemical distribution company with sales in excess of 1 billion euros. Discover how their vision and strategy fueled global giants like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, marking a lasting legacy in the chemical industry and beyond.

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Cordeel Group: Family Construction Empire with 87M€ - Excellence since 1934

Discover the inspiring story of the Cordeel Group, which started out as a joinery workshop in 1934 and became a European construction giant with a family fortune of 87 million euros. A saga of growth, innovation and legal challenges overcome, underlining the Cordeel family's commitment to quality and sustainability.

a builder using the Swerts Family product

Soudal: Swerts family rises to €699M - Belgian Chemical Revolution

Discover the captivating story of Victor Swerts and his family, who transformed Soudal into a Belgian chemical powerhouse with assets worth 699.2 million euros. From modest beginnings in 1966 to becoming a leader in sealants and silicones in Europe, while navigating global challenges and diversifying their investments, including into entertainment.

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Maes Family: Rise of a 1-Billion-Euro Belgian Oil Giant - A Family Epic

Discover the fascinating story of Famille Maes, started by Jef Maes in the 60s and now a leading distributor of petroleum products in Belgium with sales of 1 billion euros. A family saga crowned by the acquisition by Dutch group De Haan in 2023, bearing witness to constant growth and innovation in the sector.