Belgian tank transport and cleaning firm Mervielde has taken over fellow Belgian operator Tanktransport Vereecke.
The move allows Mervielde to expand its market share in the transport of liquid chemicals, as both companies are active in this sector, each specialising in different niches, making them highly complementary.
The acquisition of the family-owned Vereecke, based in Evergem, aligns with the growth trajectory Mervielde has been following for years.
The histories of both companies are similar. The first generation at Vereecke also started with a horse and cart. While Mervielde began shipping agricultural products, Vereecke focused on wood and coal. Since the 1960s, both companies have specialised in transporting bulk liquids.
“We’ve known Vereecke for many years; we operate in the same region and have always done so with mutual respect. When the Vereecke family indicated they wished to pass the torch, we saw it as an opportunity to expand,” said CEO Patrick Mervielde.
Vereecke will continue to operate as a separate transport entity within Mervielde following the acquisition, just like Transport Van Heesvelde, which Mervielde acquired in 1996. Employees will continue to serve customers under the familiar Vereecke brand. Where possible, synergies and collaborations between the entities will be explored and leveraged.
Mervielde acquires Vereecke
