Kotra’s history starts in 2009 with a management buyout of the entire Oosterbaan transport group by Erik de Koeijer. The inception of Kotra Logistics BV had been established. A fun fact; the name Kotra was a suggestion by a then-PTT employee for the then-common telex address. Erik is the fifth generation to operate in the transportation industry. Erik’s entrepreneurial vision proved sufficiently present to take on this incredible challenge and continue the family tradition. Transport runs in the De Koeijer family’s genes – particularly in the world of seafood. A world they have been part of for over a century now. Kotra has been a family-run business since 1880. We are proud of what we do; our people and our customers. With a customer-oriented approach, we work to optimise customer appreciation and delivery reliability. With a modern fleet and drivers who speak the customer’s language, we unburden and connect producing companies with receiving parties. We perform the logistics role to the best of our ability. Kotra is a family-run business where the customer is at the centre. We specialise in the logistics of conditioned fish products (fresh and frozen). We realise that logistics is more than just transport. Honest Customer first Good for people and the planet Long-term relationships Independent and impartial service provider Confidence (giving and receiving) – Erik, CEO The very beginning
A true family business
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“Success is not about the result, it’s what you learn on your way there.”
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