{"id":1716,"date":"2026-10-26T14:25:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T14:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=1716"},"modified":"2026-10-26T14:25:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T14:25:00","slug":"reint-jelger-what-is-the-list-of-20-biggest-frisian-companies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=1716","title":{"rendered":"Reint Jelger: what is the list of 20 biggest Frisian companies?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Google Gemini: Here is a list of 20 of the most prominent and major companies based in or heavily rooted in Friesland<\/strong>. This list covers key sectors of the Frisian economy, including dairy\/agrifood, industrial manufacturing, construction, logistics, consumer goods, and healthcare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dairy & Agrifood<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Royal FrieslandCampina<\/strong> (HQ \/ Roots: Leeuwarden \/ Amersfoort)<\/em> \u2014 A global dairy giant originating from Frisian dairy co-operatives (e.g., CCF in Leeuwarden). Wikipedia<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Royal A-ware<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 A major dairy processor and logistics company specializing in cheese production, ripening, and packaging. CompanyData<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. FBTO \/ Achmea<\/strong> (Leeuwarden)<\/em> \u2014 Major insurance provider historically and structurally anchored in Leeuwarden (Avero Tower \/ Achmea Campus).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Fonterra Europe Manufacturing<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 Key European manufacturing hub for dairy ingredients and whey products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. CSK Food Enrichment<\/strong> (Leeuwarden)<\/em> \u2014 Leading specialist in dairy cultures, enzymes, and food ingredients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Manufacturing, Technology & Packaging<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Accell Group<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 Leading European bicycle manufacturer behind brands like Batavus<\/strong>, Koga<\/strong>, and Raleigh<\/strong>. Wikipedia<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. BD (Becton Dickinson) \/ VitalMed<\/strong> (Drachten)<\/em> \u2014 Major international medical technology and pharmaceutical device manufacturing plant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Philips<\/strong> (Drachten)<\/em> \u2014 One of Philips‘ largest global innovation hubs and production plants for male grooming and personal care products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 Global leader in engineering equipment for dairy and cheese processing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Kwant Controls<\/strong> (Sneek)<\/em> \u2014 Specialist manufacturer of nautical engine control systems and vessel instrumentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Lankhorst Engineered Products \/ Euronete<\/strong> (Sneek)<\/em> \u2014 Global developer of heavy-duty synthetic ropes, maritime mooring, and recycled plastic infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Construction & Infrastructure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Van Wijnen<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 Major national Dutch construction, project development, and industrial housing group.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Friso Bouwgroep<\/strong> (Sneek \/ Leeuwarden)<\/em> \u2014 Large regional construction and civil engineering conglomerate. CompanyData<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Bouwgroep Dijkstra Draisma<\/strong> (Dokkum \/ Bolsward)<\/em> \u2014 Prominent Frisian contractor focusing on sustainable building and energy transition engineering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Jorrit Smink \/ Smink Vastgoed & Infra<\/strong> (S\u00fadwest-Frysl\u00e2n)<\/em> \u2014 Major regional infrastructure and contracting works.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Logistics, Retail & Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. AB Texel<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 Specialist transport and logistics company focused on agricultural and food supply chains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Poiesz Supermarkten<\/strong> (Sneek)<\/em> \u2014 The premier independent supermarket chain native to the Northern Netherlands, headquartered in Sneek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Douma Staal<\/strong> (Sneek)<\/em> \u2014 Major steel stockholder and distributor operating across Northern Europe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Gebr. Sikma<\/strong> (Sneek)<\/em> \u2014 Regional wholesale and distribution group serving agriculture and technical supplies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Healthcare & Social Care Institutions (Largest Employers)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Stichting Alliade<\/strong> (Heerenveen)<\/em> \u2014 One of the largest healthcare and disability care networks in Friesland.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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