History Vandenbroek International
The history of Vandenbroek International, how the company transformed from an innovative (small) workshop to a global supplier of advanced drying plants, systems and services.
1948 | Vandenbroek Machinery was founded after the invention of the unique rotary drum, the Multi-Pass system. |
1950 – 1970 | Vandenbroek expanded the activities and established its position as world market leader in the supply of green fodder products. |
1969 | Vandenbroek started the development which finally resulted in the advanced Vadeb® Thermal Kinetic process. |
1983 | Globalization reasons made Vandenbroek Machinery continue as Vandenbroek International BV. |
1996 | To organize all Vandenbroek’s activities Vadeb Holding was formed. |
2001 | Vandenbroek International BV became part if the Grontmij Groep. |
2006 | Vandenbroek International BV became part of the Environment Division of Stibbe Management. |
Today | The identity of the company has changed from an innovative engineering workshop to an advanced and specialized engineering-contractor company, operating all over the world. |



