Our story

Some companies begin in an attic or a garage; we began in a blacksmith’s workshop in Zutphen, the Netherlands. It was 1786, and Hendrik Reesink had decided to start a one-man business.

He couldn’t have foreseen it, but the firm he began continues today. Not just in name but in spirit, too. The spirit of innovation, pride and entrepreneurialism. Over decades and generations, Hendrik’s blacksmith’s business evolved into today’s company of 2,700 experts working in 40 operating companies on four continents. Our specialism: the distribution and delivery of high-quality machinery, components and services for agriculture, landscape maintenance, internal transport, warehouse equipment and civil engineering.

40 machinery distribution companies, one network

It's this network of companies and people that makes us so strong. Operating locally puts us shoulder to shoulder with our customers and means we can offer local maintenance and fast repairs using original parts. This way, we maximise the lifespan of our customers’ equipment while minimising their total costs.

Each Royal Reesink company was born out of entrepreneurship; it’s in our DNA. We don't think about how to do business; we just do it. Each company maintains its own identity and enjoys the freedom to do what it’s good at while leveraging the support of a strong international organisation. All for one and all for each other.

Mapping a high-tech sustainable future

As a result, Royal Reesink has grown enormously in recent years, entering new territories and industries by buying and growing already strong local brands. Together, our financial and innovative capability is enormous, giving our customers confidence and a sense of security.

Moving forward, we will grow through teamwork and enhancing our services. The goal? To contribute to solving the major food, water, energy and other challenges the world’s population faces. Sustainability has always been a high priority and we already work with manufacturers on developing cleaner, smarter and more efficient machines and processes that minimise waste and reduce or eliminate emissions. Think robotisation, smart technology and big data.

A welcoming environment for new ideas and talent

Driving this are our people. As a company, we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent. We encourage engagement and collaboration to create a pleasant working environment in which everyone feels they can use their talents to the full. We maintain a respectful, safe and trusted environment in which problems as well as successes can be shared. This enables us to serve our customers and suppliers better and provide job security for our people.