We aim to
achieve a
sustainable future
The packaging industry, of today and the future, needs sustainable packaging and reliable relationships, which contribute to making packaging solutions circular. As a leading producer of plastic packaging buckets, we realise future-proof solutions for every packaging need for our relations in the most innovative and sustainable way.
From two production sites in the Netherlands, we supply sustainable packaging solutions for numerous applications. To do so, we use innovative methods and high-quality 100% recyclable plastic products. High involvement ensures that we know our customers and the chains in which they operate inside out. We strive for committed cooperation with our relations in order to realise circular ambitions. You can read more about our circular ambitions on the Sustainable Dijkstra page.
The figures of Dijkstra Plastics
37
Export countries
131
standard packaging solutions
2
production locations
70
injection moulding machines
1977
Start of Bekkers and Dijkstra B.V.
In 1976, Rienk Dijkstra, working for Stork Plastics Machinery in Hengelo, was approached by Jo Bekkers, co-founder and former owner of Beckers Snacks BV, known for its frikadells. Together they conceived the plan to start a factory to make plastic packaging buckets for the Food industry. In May 1977, Bekkers and Dijkstra BV was founded.
1980
Expansion of staff
After the necessary start-up problems, the company grew quickly and in 1980 the first expansion was realised. Mieke Dijkstra, Rienk’s wife, has since taken up a permanent position in the company and, with all her dedication and enthusiasm, takes care of administration, purchasing, sales and personnel matters.
1987
Departure of Jo Bekkers
The company grows steadily under the inspiring leadership of Rienk and Mieke Dijkstra and the time comes when Jo Bekkers retires from the company. In 1987, Rienk Dijkstra became full owner and the name was changed to Dijkstra Plastics BV.
1987
First printing machines
In order to also be able to handle the printing of the buckets themselves, the first printing machines are purchased. The buckets produced no longer go only to the food industry, but also in increasing numbers to the paint, decorative plaster and flower industries.
1988
Growth to 20,000m2
By buying the neighbouring premises of “Drukkerij Hassink” in 1988 and converting them into offices, the growing number of staff is also well accommodated. Not much later, the next “neighbour” is also bought and the entire site covers more than 20,000 m2. Over time, the production hall and warehouse are expanded many more times.
1999
Construction of a mould making plant
Meanwhile, maintenance and new construction of injection moulds are a growing bottleneck. To get this better under control, the mould workshop was built on Tolstraat in 1999. With personnel taken over from Machinefabriek “Gemavo BV” and newly purchased metalworking machines, the company’s own tool shop was a fact. Meanwhile, all maintenance and new construction of injection moulds is done in-house.
2008
Metamorphosis business premises
A major metamorphosis was started in 2008 with the aim of expanding production capacity, optimising logistics and building new offices. Since the completion of this project, the office building of Dijkstra Plastics BV has been the eye-catcher of industrial estate ‘t Vark in Haaksbergen.
2015
Auke Dijkstra CEO
After holding a management position for many years, Auke Dijkstra takes over at Dijkstra Plastics in 2015.
2016
Takeover of HK Plastics
With the 2016 acquisition of industry peer HK Plastics, Dijkstra Plastics strengthened its position in the European market. HK Plastics was founded by Oldenzaler Eddy Haasewinkel. The company was acquired by Berdal Rubber & Plastics in Almelo in 2006 and moved to Bedrijvenpark Twente in Almelo in 2010.
2018
Increase in production capacity
In 2018, production capacity will be expanded in Almelo and HK Plastics’ sales team will move to Haaksbergen to form one team together.
2019
Launch of web shop
Dijkstra Plastics decides to further intensify its online presence by launching a webshop. More and more users want to buy their products through a webshop. The webshop offers the possibility to order small quantities (from 10 pieces upwards) of buckets.
2020
Integration of HK Plastics
Further integration of HK Plastics sees them continue under the name Dijkstra Plastics with a production site and office in Haaksbergen and a production site in Almelo.
Young Dijkstra
Come and strengthen the Young Dijkstra team!
Since 2018, the ‘Young Dijkstra’ team has been the booster to discuss topics within the company that contribute to its growth. In order to improve mutual cooperation and processes and search together for the right balance between innovation and retention, this group of relatively young people forms a foundation of awareness.
Working at Dijkstra?
Do you want to contribute to a circular economy and enjoy working with passionate colleagues? Take a look at our vacancies and we might soon welcome you as our new colleague!
Currently there are no vacancies available, of course we are interested in well-trained, experienced and qualified candidates from all fields who are ready for a new challenge. Do not hesitate to send an open application.
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29-02-2024
29-02-2024On the way to climate neutral: 100% renewable energy from the Netherlands
After the recent message about our investment in a new highly efficient energy saving cooling system for our Haaksbergen plant, we can now proudly announce that from the start of 2024 on Dijkstra Plastics only uses 100% Dutch renewable energy. “A milestone to be enormously proud of.”, says Remy Notten, Commercial Director at Dijkstra Plastics. “With the transition to this renewable energy source we have been able to bring our CO2 emissions in scope 1 and 2 down to an absolute minimum. This is of vital importance to succeed in our mission, to continue to be the most sustainable producer of plastic pails in Europe.”
04-01-2024
Dijkstra Plastics achieves BRCGS AA+ certification after unannounced audit
While the end of 2022 was all about obtaining our AA certificate, an unannounced audit for the AA+ certification took place at the end of 2023. We are proud to announce that we have successfully completed this BRCGS audit.
25-10-2023
New highly efficient energy saving cooling system
Recently we invested in a new highly efficient energy saving cooling system for our plant in Haaksbergen. With a projected saving of 1,600,000+ kWh per year, this results in saving 918 tonnes of CO₂ per year. Dijkstra Plastics has a clear mission, to continue to be the most sustainable producer of plastic pails in Europe. For example all our products are made of 100% recyclable Polypropylene (PP). In addition to this, we encourage our non-food customers to switch to pails made from 100% recycled material. Finally, in 2022 we launched a startup called FIRE-OFF. This company ensures that used empty pails are no longer incinerated. Also this new energy saving cooling system contributes to achieving our mission.
16-02-2023
BRCGS certification renewed again
In the autumn of 2022, the audit for the BRCGS certification took place at Dijkstra Plastics. BRCGS is a standard for food safety. This standard describes the hygiene and food safety requirements for food processing companies that supply directly to the retail sector.
18-12-2022
Dijkstra Plastics & FIRE-OFF star together in new Christmas film
Believe in yourself and make it happen! Great words to end 2022 with. Together we are looking forward to a successful 2023, full of new development and collaboration. We wish you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!
29-08-2022
FIRE-OFF: our new start-up for circular plastic production
We are proud to announce that we have started a new start-up to make the production of recycled plastic buckets circular: FIRE-OFF. On the initiative of Dijkstra Plastics, painting companies, the hospitality industry and festival organisations are personally approached to save empty buckets and to hand them in at the weekly FIRE-OFF pick-up point.
