{"id":1625,"date":"2026-10-19T15:57:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T15:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=1625"},"modified":"2026-10-19T15:57:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T15:57:00","slug":"reint-jelger-apart-from-the-municipality-what-is-the-top-20-of-companies-in-sneek-employing-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=1625","title":{"rendered":"Reint Jelger: Apart from the municipality what is the top 20 of companies in Sneek employing people?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Excluding the municipal organization (<em>Gemeente S\u00fadwest-Frysl\u00e2n<\/em>), Sneek hosts a range of major employers spans healthcare, social employment, construction, manufacturing, nautical technology, and commercial services.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a breakdown of 20 top employers operating in and around Sneek:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthcare &amp; Social Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Antonius Zorggroep (Antonius Ziekenhuis):<\/strong> The primary hospital and regional home care provider (<em>Thuiszorg<\/em>), serving as one of Sneek\u2019s largest individual employers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patyna:<\/strong> A major elderly care provider headquartered in Sneek, running care homes and neighborhood support across Southwest Friesland.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Construction &amp; Contracting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Friso Bouwgroep:<\/strong> A leading Dutch construction conglomerate headquartered in Sneek, covering residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bouwgroep Dijkstra Draisma:<\/strong> A major regional construction firm with significant operations based in Sneek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EP Mensonides:<\/strong> A large installer and technical services provider specializing in sustainable energy systems, climate technology, and plumbing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manufacturing, Packaging &amp; Industrial Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Graphic Packaging International (GPI):<\/strong> A global packaging manufacturer running a major production facility in Sneek for sustainable consumer packaging solutions. Randstad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Douma Staal:<\/strong> A major steel stockholder and processing company operating large distribution and preparation facilities in Sneek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kwant Controls:<\/strong> A specialist in high-end maritime propulsion controls, nautical instrumentation, and engine room telegraphs. Indeed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lankhorst Engineered Products:<\/strong> Part of the WireCo group, manufacturing industrial plastics, heavy-duty coil transport systems, and offshore mooring equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gebr. Sikma B.V. (Sikma Installatie):<\/strong> A prominent local technical installation and service provider for utility, industrial, and residential projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maritime &amp; Shipbuilding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Feadship \/ De Vries Scheepsbouw Sneek:<\/strong> A prestigious builder of superyachts, employing skilled craftsmen, naval engineers, and technical staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Poppen Steel &amp; Aluminium Construction:<\/strong> Specialist in hull construction for luxury yachts and commercial vessels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Field Marketing &amp; Commercial Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hamilton Bright (Part of Advantage Smollan):<\/strong> A major field marketing agency headquartered in Sneek, employing office staff and thousands of outsourced brand representatives across the country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AB Vakwerk:<\/strong> A prominent staffing agency and cooperative for technical, agricultural, and industrial labor headquartered in the regional network. Indeed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equipment Rental &amp; Logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sijperda Verhuur:<\/strong> A leading regional equipment rental company headquartered in Sneek providing equipment for construction, industry, and events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial &amp; Professional Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flynth Adviseurs &amp; Accountants:<\/strong> Runs a major regional office in Sneek providing accountancy, tax advice, and business consulting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>De Wit &amp; Dijkstra Netwerk Notarissen:<\/strong> One of the largest notary and legal practice firms in the area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Retail &amp; Logistics Hubs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Albert Heijn (Multiple locations \/ regional staffing):<\/strong> Operates several large supermarkets and local distribution setups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jumbo Supermarkten:<\/strong> Runs major retail locations employing substantial local store and service teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/afbeelding-102.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/afbeelding-102.png 1024w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/afbeelding-102-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/afbeelding-102-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/afbeelding-102-500x279.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reint Jelger: What products does Sijperda verhuur rent out from its Sneker location?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At its primary facility on Einsteinstraat in Sneek, <strong>Sijperda Verhuur<\/strong> provides a comprehensive inventory of rental equipment for construction, industry, DIY projects, and events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Aerial Work Platforms &amp; Scaffolding (<em>Klimmaterieel &amp; Steigers<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aerial Work Platforms:<\/strong> Boom lifts (<em>hoogwerkers<\/em>), scissor lifts, mast lifts, and trailer-mounted lifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scaffolding &amp; Ladders:<\/strong> Aluminum mobile scaffolds (<em>rolsteigers<\/em>), facade scaffolding systems, extension ladders, and step stools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Earthmoving &amp; Groundworking (<em>Grond- en Tuinbewerkingsmachines<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Excavators &amp; Loaders:<\/strong> Mini-excavators (<em>minigravers<\/em>), compact wheel loaders (<em>shovels<\/em>), and dumpers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compaction Equipment:<\/strong> Vibratory plate compactors (<em>trilplaten<\/em>), rammers (<em>trilstampers<\/em>), and rollers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landscaping Tools:<\/strong> Wood chippers, lawn dethatchers, stump grinders, hedge trimmers, and post-hole diggers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Lifting &amp; Material Handling (<em>Hijs- en Heftechniek<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Forklifts &amp; Telehandlers:<\/strong> Electric and diesel forklifts, telehandlers (<em>verreikers<\/em>), and rough-terrain equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Construction Lifts:<\/strong> Material lifts, drywall\/panel lifts, glass lifting robots, and hoist systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Site Setup &amp; Temporary Facilities (<em>Bouwplaatsinrichting &amp; Accommodatie<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Units &amp; Containers:<\/strong> Temporary office units, storage containers, mess halls, and sanitary units.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fencing &amp; Barriers:<\/strong> Temporary site fencing (<em>bouwhekken<\/em>), crowd control barriers, and security gates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sanitation:<\/strong> Portable toilets, shower trailers, and luxury toilet units.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Energy, Power &amp; Climate Control (<em>Energie &amp; Klimaatingereedschap<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Power Generators &amp; Distribution:<\/strong> Diesel generators, battery power packs (<em>accupacks<\/em>), distribution boxes, and heavy-duty cabling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Climate Equipment:<\/strong> Industrial heaters (electric, gas, and oil-fired), construction dryers (<em>bouwdrogers<\/em>), fans, and air conditioners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Site Lighting:<\/strong> Mobile lighting towers and LED floodlights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Tools, Cleaning &amp; Water Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Power Tools:<\/strong> Breakers, rotary hammers, wall chasers, concrete saws, tile cutters, and floor sanders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compressors &amp; Air Tools:<\/strong> Portable and stationary compressors with pneumatic hammers and fasteners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pumps &amp; Cleaning:<\/strong> Submersible water pumps, trash pumps, high-pressure washers, floor scrubbers, and industrial dust extractors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Event &amp; Marine Logistics (<em>Waterwerk &amp; Transport<\/em>)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nautical &amp; Pontoon Equipment:<\/strong> Modular pontoons, workboats, and outboard motors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transport:<\/strong> Cargo trailers, heavy-duty road plates (<em>rijplaten<\/em>), hand trucks, and pallet jacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reint Jelger: Is Sijperda verhuur owned bij a Sijperda?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Gemini: <strong>Yes, by origin, but no longer in daily management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Details:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Founder:<\/strong> The company was founded in <strong>1990 by Merward Sijperda<\/strong>. It started on a farm in nearby IJlst renting out small construction equipment before expanding significantly and moving its headquarters to Sneek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Current Leadership:<\/strong> Today, the Sijperda family is no longer managing day-to-day operations. Executive leadership is led by managing directors such as <strong>William Suijkerbuijk<\/strong> (Managing Director) and <strong>Peter Bijkerk<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Excluding the municipal organization (Gemeente S\u00fadwest-Frysl\u00e2n), Sneek hosts a range of major employers spans healthcare, social employment, construction, manufacturing, nautical technology, and commercial services. 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