About Us
RICH HERITAGE WITH A MODERN TWIST
Daarnhouwer is a 21st century company with a rich history. Starting as a specialized cocoa trader in 1908, the company expanded its product portfolio to coffee and tree nuts after WWI.
From our modern offices in Zaandam, our team of energetic and experienced professionals are constantly communicating with our partners, planning visits to origin and clients, controlling the quality of our products and organizing shipments to and from all continents.
We take great pride in our long-term relationships with partners around the world: from farmers to cooperatives and local traders to customers.
PARTNERSHIPS: THE WAY TO A STABLE AND SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY
knowledge sharing
Our rich history and dedication to quality have helped us to gain deep knowledge about our products.
We share this knowledge through courses, certifications and seminars.
Get in touch with Daarnhouwer to find out more.
Daarnhouwer offers a wide range of services to customers:
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Sourcing of a wide array of origins and qualities
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Conventional and Certified products
- Quality control in origins and in-house
- On-time delivery
- Tailor-made logistic solutions
- Financial solutions
- Training and tasting sessions
- Flavour advisory
what we do
WHAT ABOUT THAT SHIP IN THE LOGO?
Over the past 115 years, our company’s logo has undergone numerous changes, but the central symbol of the Halve Maen has always been present. The Halve Maen was a significant ship in Dutch history, particularly during the early years of the 17th century, when it was utilized by the Dutch East India Company for exploration and trade. The ship is most notably associated with Henry Hudson, an English explorer which was working as captain for the Dutch, who sailed it in 1609 during his search for a new route to Asia.
Hudson’s journey led him to discover the Hudson River, which he explored and mapped, and he is credited with being the first European to do so. The discovery of the Hudson River was a critical moment in history, as it paved the way for the transatlantic trade that would eventually become a significant economic force. The Halve Maen’s association with this historic event makes it our symbol of Dutch innovation, exploration and trade.
In addition to its historical significance, the Halve Maen is also a symbol of the relationship between the Netherlands and the United States. Today, the US is a crucial trade partner for our company, with many of our customers and suppliers located there. As a result, the Halve Maen continues to hold great importance for us and serves as a reminder of our shared history.