Beekenkamp Group and Dümmen Orange ‘explore closer collaboration’
Beekenkamp Group and Dümmen Orange recently announced the companies are in talks to explore opportunities for a closer partnership in marketing and sales, R&D, and production. An Beekenkamp and Anthony Christiaanse, the respective CEOs of Beekenkamp Group and Dümmen Orange, signed a Letter of Intent to this end.
Dutch family-owned Beekenkamp Group, active in plants (vegetables and ornamentals), packaging, R&D for ornamentals and chrysanthemums (Deliflor); and Dümmen Orange, a leading breeder of cut flowers, pot and bedding plants, and calla, have already successfully partnered in the rooting of chrysanthemums.
This potential deepening of this collaboration is reportedly driven by a shared ambition to achieve economies of scale and the belief that further cooperation and the sharing of expertise are essential for long-term success.
“The breeding industry for flowers and plants is at a pivotal moment, where collaboration can drive innovation and efficiency,” said An Beekenkamp. “Strategically we want to grow by acquisitions. We believe that a partnership between Beekenkamp Group and Dümmen Orange can create significant value for our companies and our customers.”
Anthony Christiaanse said, “Deepening the partnership with Beekenkamp Group presents a tremendous opportunity to better leverage the considerable strengths of both companies. By sharing our knowledge and experience, we can respond to market demands more effectively and serve our customers worldwide more efficiently. We look forward to exploring new opportunities together and further building a sustainable future for the industry.”
Photo courtesy of Dümmen Orange.