Start of Neele-Vat
Establishment of VAT Logistics is a fact. From an office building on Thorbeckestraat on the Maaskade in Rotterdam, Ruud Vat starts the adventure.
Neele-Vat was founded in 1975 by Ruud Vat. This was the beginning of the now more than 1,200-employee Rotterdam family business. Below are the milestones that have occurred since 1975.
To us, logistics is about people. It’s about our clients and the goals they want to achieve. It’s about our employees and the growth they aspire to. That’s why we firmly believe that global logistics is best organized locally. By understanding the ins and outs of the culture and the people of every place we operate in, we can deliver on our promises and cultivate long-lasting customer relationships. As a family-owned business, we are committed to hassle-free shipments for our customers since 1975. We provide pragmatic solutions by land, sea, air and in warehousing, constantly choosing global locations where local opportunities arise. In addition to transportation, hassle-free logistics encompasses efficient handling and proactive customer support, sometimes leading to innovative solutions that leverage our entrepreneurial spirit to achieve long-term benefits—for both our customers and ourselves. In our sector where nothing is guaranteed and situations can change drastically from one moment to the next, relationships are at the core of our world. The ability to adapt and collaborate with our partners, customers, and employees becomes vital. That’s why we take immense pride in our team of logistics professionals. With their expertise, we provide a reliable foundation that supports our customers’ logistics, enabling them to achieve remarkable results. We recognize that true strength goes beyond sheer force and lies in the meaningful relationships we foster. At Neele-Vat, we eagerly embrace the opportunity to confront your logistical challenges head-on. Ultimately, we serve as the powerful link in your logistics success story, accompanying you every step of the way.
It’s all about logistics
Establishment of VAT Logistics is a fact. From an office building on Thorbeckestraat on the Maaskade in Rotterdam, Ruud Vat starts the adventure.
From Thorbeckestraat, VAT Logistics is moving to Van Riemsdijkweg in Rotterdam. The move will see the first 500 m2 of storage for trade goods.
The first acquisition is a fact. With the acquisition of Delson.
In 1990, the premises in Albrandswaard are put into use. 7,000 m2 of warehouse comes along the A15 motorway with office space.
The 7,000 sq m became too small. Next to the then building was another piece of wasteland. Soon an additional 3,000 m2 was added here and in 1996 this became a total of 14,000 m2.
Vat acquires Fabius ROTTERDAM (NT) – Rotterdam-based groupage and warehousing company Vat has acquired Amsterdam-based freight forwarder Fabius.
Vat Logistics has acquired the company Hentex. Vat Logistics spreads wings globally with Hentex Rotterdam.
VAT Logistics acquires Interhollandia The Vat Group has acquired shipping company Interhollandia in Ridderkerk.
VAT Logistics acquires Helvetica Expeditie en Overslag B.V., adding this service to its already existing Switzerland service.
Part MAT continues as VAT VAT Logistics takes over the assets of MAT Transport and MAT Air and Ocean Freight.
Vat Logistics buys Ibercargo and Waalex Vat Logistics has acquired Ibercargo and Waalex.
On Rotterdam’s Maasvlakte, international logistics service provider Neele-Vat Logistics will have the largest distribution center in the Netherlands for hazardous materials by mid-2016.
Gasmeetstation Nederland BV offers state-of-the-art facilities for gas measurement and environmentally friendly (de)gassing of containers. Gastmeetstation has two of its own facilities on Rotterdam’s Maasvlakte, right next to the major container terminals.
Vat Logistics merges with Neele Logistics and continues under the name Neele-Vat .
New ADR distribution centre on Maasvlakte for Neele-Vat. Neele-Vat has started construction of a brand new ADR distribution centre on the Maasvlakte.
Neele-Vat Logistics strengthens market position with acquisition of Oostvogels Group.
Neele-Vat Logistics buys Mammoet Ferry Transport and strengthens position in European road transport.
Neele-Vat Logistics buys Mainport Warehousing with an eye on intermodal flows and cross-docking.
Neele-Vat Logistics specialises in warehousing dangerous goods in accordance with PGS 15 guidelines.
Neele-Vat Logistics opens Blending & Filling at Maasvlakte Rotterdam. This is a storage and distribution center where chemical liquids can be stored, blended and filled.
Neele-Vat and the Port of Rotterdam Authority sign a contract for the development of a distribution centre on the last vacant lot of the City Terminal.
New warehouse in Meer 20,000 m2
Neele-Vat buys Steder Group and strengthens its global sea freight position.
Neele-Vat opens new 45,000 sqm distribution centre and office in Rotterdam.
Neele-Vat buys Otentic Logistics & Otentic Customs and strengthens its global logistics and customs position.