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Dear Reader,
In the previous issue of our magazine we wrote about the impact that
technology has on our sector, such as the huge increase in the sale of
plants online. We are now halfway through the year and the summer
holidays are almost upon us. Traditionally, the summer holiday period
is one of the quieter periods, along with the month of December. But
how long will that last? Will technology exert its influence here too?
Nowadays, we can hardly imagine not being available whenever and
wherever. Many people can even begin to panic when they forget
to take their mobile phones with them during a night out. It has also
become common practice to order something quickly online through
your mobile phone when you need it the next day. And this is also
how business is increasingly being carried out. Quickly checking your
emails or placing an order is quite normal. We even carry out business
while on holiday. Will this trend result in the disappearance of the
traditional seasons in our business?
It will probably not come to that, but what we do see is that our
customers increasingly want to make purchases when it suits them –
quickly, easily and preferably at an attractive price. Our new website,
which will soon go live, will enable you to do just that, in every aspect.
We’ve already seen it and we are very enthusiastic. Our site will take
the way in which we work with you to a higher level. And who knows,
perhaps the seasons will also change...
Board of Directors Nieuwkoop Europe,
Henk Nieuwkoop - Danny Gerritsen
AGENDA
6 - 8 November 2019
Nieuwkoop Europe Open Days
De Kwakel - the Netherlands
6 - 8 November 2019
Royal FloraHolland Trade Fair
Aalsmeer - the Netherlands
Subject to changes
ColophoNText/Photography:
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Draft and idea: Ki Plant Concept
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ABOUT The cOver:The Aloe pluridens has a beautiful inflorescence. The inflores-
cences branch upwards from the heart of the plant like sky
rockets on tall, slender stems. The branched inflorescences
normally have up to four yellow or orange coloured conical
trusses.
4 The olive tree in the wild
6 Acclimatisation
8 Ordering online made even easier
12 Colourful flowers
14 Shinrin-yoku
16 Bambusa
17 Organic solutions for pests
18 Purifying water using plants
20 More and more green roofs
22 Les Jardins de Gally
24 Botanical gardens in Europa
26 3-in-1
28 The creative side of moss
30 Green Wall Home Kit
31 What is your opinion of the magazine?
31 EILO excursion in Paris
32 Many shades of green
34 Nostalgia on the wall
35 Column: Sander Kroll
36 Gradient
38 Investing in solar energy
40 Order routing
41 Peter André
42 Grigio
44 A showpiece in the interior
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The Olive Tree in The wildThe olive tree (Olea europaea) is one of the most common
tree species in the Greek landscape. It was originally
native to Armenia and spread to the Mediterranean region
via Syria and Palestine about six thousand years ago.
Due to its warm, dry summers and relatively mild winters,
Greece provides an excellent climate for the olive tree.
The mountainous regions in this country have lime-rich
soils, which is where the olive tree feels most at home.
Did you know that the olive tree is one of the oldest
cultivated trees in the world? They were already being
cultivated before the written language was invented.
According to Greek mythology, the very first olive tree
was planted in the city of Athens by the goddess Athena.
To this day, there is still a large, old olive tree on the rocky
outcrop known as the Acropolis.
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This Ficus has just arrived following a journey of more than two weeks in an air-conditioned container. Spending fourteen days in
the dark is no problem for a Ficus. On arrival, however, it does lose many of its leaves, sometimes as much as 80-90%. Repotting
and proper care encourage the Ficus to quickly grow new leaves.
AcclimAtisAtion
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After an acclimatisation period of around 6-8 months, this Ficus has grown a full set of new leaves. The Ficus is now ready for sale
and is waiting for a project where many passers-by can enjoy its green charms.
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inspirAtion, solutions And knowledge shAring Ordering online made even easier
After months of preparation behind the scenes, the time has finally arrived: our
completely revamped website will soon go live! A fresh design and well-organised
layout will help you find what you are looking for the moment you access the site.
As a result, ordering online will be made even easier. Marketing manager Paulien
van der Zwet tells how Nieuwkoop Europe will provide even better online support.
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Worldwide, more and more goods and services are bought
online, both in the consumer and business markets.
Nieuwkoop Europe’s customers are also increasingly discov-
ering the convenience of ordering online. Paulien: ‘Many
of our customers have been ordering through our website
for many years and we are still seeing an increase in the
number of online orders. At the same time, our customers’
expectations are changing. The same degree of ease that
people are experiencing when ordering groceries or clothing
online from the comfort of their homes is now expected
from people who are making business purchases online. Our
current website no longer meets these expectations, so it’s
high time for something new.’
The customer journey as a basis
To gain insight into the needs of our customers, a so-called
‘customer journey’ (the process a customer goes through
when buying a product) was identified in cooperation with
several customers. The journey starts with the orientation
phase and ends with the after-sales process. Paulien: ‘This
research was essential in order to make the right choices
for the design of our new website. Ultimately, it’s all about
making it as easy as possible for our customers to find what
they are looking for on our site, whether it concerns a plant
with large leaves for in a dark room, or a plant of which only
the common name is known. This research has helped us to
properly identify which information and functionalities were
needed, and has subsequently formed the basis for the
website renewal. User friendliness, time saving and sharing
of expertise were paramount.’
Product combinations and alternatives
One of the most important points when designing the new
website was the ability to search and easily find products
that meet customer demand. Paulien: ‘The new site makes
it very easy to get the desired search results with just a few
clicks. Both the search bar and the set of extensive filters
enable you to quickly refine the desired search result. Would
you like to know which plants suit the planter you have just
chosen? The site provides several suggestions for matching
Order quickly, change your view setting
The large images of our products that you see are default
featured images. If you wish to order quickly, go to the
‘list view’, which allows you to add products to your
shopping cart with just one click.
Switch to suggested retail prices
If you are with your customer and you have logged in,
simply switch on the ‘sales modus’ and fixed recom-
mended sales prices will be displayed. Add products that
your customer likes to your requirement list so that at a
later stage you can make a choice of which products to
offer to your customer.
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plants to your chosen planter and enables you to easily
place an additional order. This feature not only saves you
time, but it also offers a wider insight into our product range
because undoubtedly there are other products that you have
not even seen yet.’
There is nothing as annoying as a product that is no longer
available when you really need it. Because what do you
offer your customer then? What are the alternatives?
Paulien: ‘This was also a point that emerged from the
discussions with our customers. You have made a proposal
to your customer, but at the time of ordering those plants or
planters are no longer in stock. The new website responds
to that by proposing alternative plants or planters. We hope
in this way to be able to inspire you with a slightly different
plant or planter than you would normally order.’
Relevant information, answers and solutions
The new website supports you with expertise within the
field. It is where we want to share our knowledge with you.
It is also where you will find more information about a large
part of our range of plants, or where you can read tips from
our experts, among other things. We also keep you updated
with news from the sector, trends that we have identified,
and sensational and innovative projects worldwide.
Paulien: ‘Go on a journey of discovery and experience the
many new possibilities of our new website. In my view, it is
a beautiful tool that will support you in your daily work. It
will provide inspiration in your sales process, be convenient
and fast when purchasing, or serve as a knowledge base for
all kinds of questions.’
Your findings are important to us. If you have any questions,
please send them to marketing@nieuwkoop-europe.com.
Web service
Did you know that we can link your webshop to our
systems? You will then always have access to real-time
article information, such as status, stocks and photos. If
you want to know what the options are, please get in
touch with your contact person.
Change your personal data
In your own environment you can easily add new users
within your organisation, view your previous web orders
or change your email preferences.
Accessible everywhere
The website is also easy to access via mobile phone
or tablet, whether you want to place an order, view or
change your personal data, or show products to your
customer while on site.
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cOlOUrfUl flOwers
Make the interior a colourful and cheerful place with the
help of our beautiful collection of artificial flowers.
The flowers are available per piece - for placing solo in a
narrow vase or for combining
in a colourful bouquet.
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A recipe for heAlth And hAppiness
In Japan, shinrin-yoku has been the ultimate secret to living
a healthier, quieter and happier life for decades. Shinrin-yoku
is a term that literally means ‘forest bathing’. It simply means
that we immerse ourselves in nature, for example by going
for a walk in the forest. This new form of relaxation therapy
is slowly gaining popularity in Europe.
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We are spending less and less time outdoors, while research
shows that spending time in nature helps to reduce our stress
levels and increase our energy and creativity. In these busy
times in which we live and constantly look at our screens, we
can certainly use a moment of peace and relaxation.
In Europe we are not familiar with shinrin-yoku as such, but
you are probably applying it unconsciously at regular intervals.
For example by going for a short walk in the park during your
break, or by intentionally leaving your phone at home from
time to time. Adding plants to our interior design is also a
good first step!
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BAmBusA The fastest-growing plant in the world
The bamboo (Bambusa) is one of the fastest-growing plants in
the world. Although most bamboo species can grow about 5 to
20 cm a day, there are several species that grow far beyond that.
The fastest-growing bamboo species are the Madake bamboo
(Phyllostachys bambusoides) and Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys
edulis). In tropical rainforests these plants can grow up
to almost a metre a day! To be precise, the world
record stands at 91 cm a day. That converts
into almost 4 cm an hour.
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orgAnic solutions for pestsOrganic pest control is increasingly being used to protect
plants. This is also now being applied in offices and indoor
gardens, because the use of chemical pesticides in these
rooms is often not permitted. Organic pest control uses natural
enemies of diseases and pests to restore the natural balance.
This can include bacteria or fungi, but also insects such as
parasitic wasps and predatory mites. These insects are housed
in bottles or, even handier, in small bags that can be hung
directly in the plant.
More and more interior landscapers are using this type of
organic pest control solution. The best result for individual
planters is achieved by starting with organic solutions imme-
diately after delivering the planters. If you want to know more
about the options available, please contact Koppert Biological
Systems, supplier of organic crop protection. More information
about organic solutions can be found on the Koppert website.
tip
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We all use many litres of water a day. The water is
purified in a local water treatment plant. But if you
want to recycle this water, you can purify it with the
help of plants.
wAter purificAtion using suBtropicAl plAnts
Plants and microorganisms work in
partnership.
Helophytes are plants that grow in marshes with their roots
submerged in water and their leaves above the waterline.
All kinds of microorganisms and bacteria live on the roots
and do most of the purification work; they are capable of
breaking down the waste materials in the water. They also
extract nutrients – such as nitrogen and phosphates – from
the water. The plants help the bacteria by supplying oxygen.
La Trappe Trappist beer brewery
A good example of this natural form of water purification
can be seen at the La Trappe Trappist beer brewery at
Koningshoeven Abbey. The brewery uses as much water per
year as 5,000 households. Together with De Dommel Water
Board, the brewery built a greenhouse with tropical plants
that purify the water.
From the abbey’s greenhouse, 150 different species of tropical
plants are used in several ecosystems within the purification
system. These include plants such as Spathiphyllum, Alocasia
and Aronskelk (Arum). These plants are provided by Green Care
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Interieurbeplanting in Heeze and have been specially selected
for their deep or wide-spread root systems, which is where
the major part of the purification takes place.
The water that is purified in this way is not drinkable, but it
can be used for other applications, such as spraying the plants
within the abbey’s walls, maintaining the water level of the
moat surrounding the monastery and cleaning or flushing the
toilets. Eventually the brewery intends to use the water to
rinse out the bottles.
What can plants do for us?
If the La Trappe Trappist beer brewery succeeds in purifying
and reusing the water, it could also offer opportunities for
offices, for example. Can an indoor garden with tropical plants
function as a water purification system in addition to offering
relaxation and air purification? In any case, a second treatment
plant is being developed by De Dommel Water Board and
Biopolus from Budapest. Green Care Interieurbeplanting is
also part of the team and will supply the plants, which will
be used in abundance.
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more And more green roofs
In urban areas greenery is often scarce. Greenery is
disappearing in the city due to new housing develop-
ments, the paving of city squares and the construction
of business parks, among other things. And yet green
is very important for the biodiversity and liveability
of the city. As a result, we see all kinds of initiatives
emerging that promote greenery in the city, such
as green roofs and facades. The most popular green
roofs are sedum roofs.
What are sedums?
Sedums are mat-forming succulent plants that flower in
summer. These plants can be found growing naturally on the
walls of old castles, fortresses and churches. The plants have
thick, fleshy leaves that are adapted to holding water. As a
result, they can go without water for long periods of time and
require very little maintenance. Sedums are therefore ideal
as roof matting.
Less chance of flooding
Green roofs contribute greatly to the collection of excess rain-
water. Research shows that sedum roofs only start draining
water a few hours after it has rained and are also responsible
for processing 50% of the water. Thanks to green roofs, there is
much less rainwater on the streets and in the sewer systems.
Better insulated roofs
Moreover, green roofs are very suitable for insulating buildings.
A green roof keeps the cold out in winter, which means less
heating is required. In summer, a green roof reflects the heat,
which means less money is spent on air conditioning and fans.
In a number of cities, green roofs are even required by law.
Green roofs are a mandatory requirement for every new
building in Toronto, Chicago, Stuttgart and Basel. Many
municipalities in the Netherlands want to provide a subsidy
for installing a green roof, which makes the choice even more
interesting.
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Customer in the spotlight
les JArdins de gAllyLes Jardins de Gally is part of Les Fermes de Gally, a
family business that was founded in 1746 by a group
of farmers and gardeners. Marketing Director Pierre
Darmet tells the story: ‘At the time, the company
got its name from a small river called de Gally and
the farm bearing the same name in the Park of
Versailles. We now have 12 agencies located near
major cities throughout France, such as Paris, but
also Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Nantes and others.
Our leitmotif: Everyone should be able to experience
the opulence of nature!’
How is the company giving shape to this motto? Pierre
Darmet: ‘On the one hand, we welcome city dwellers and
help them to experience nature on our educational farms,
in our shops and on our pick-your-own farms. On the other
hand (and this represents 80% of our sales), we provide
many green services to companies, hotels, restaurants and
public spaces, such as shopping centres, large train stations
and airports. We are the market leader in France in “indoor
landscaping’ and pioneers in the fields of biodiversity and
urban farming.’
The fertile office
Pierre Darmet sees various new indoor trends emerging: ‘A
leading trend is “Plants at home in the office” - inspired by
The Northern European Lifestyle - with numerous planters
made from natural materials (terracotta, wood, recycled
materials) and different plant species. I also envisage the
comeback of large plants, such as Bucidas, in offices and
shopping centres, coupled with the introduction of plants in
combination with office furniture, such as desks.
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We have invented the "Le Bureau fertile®” concept, or “the
fertile office”, let’s say. It is a way to improve the well-being of
employees by integrating plants in an innovative way. In this
concept, plants have a more functional role, such as aromatic
or kitchen garden plants that surprise us with their aromas and
tastes. The time when plants stood proudly in beautiful pots,
but went sadly unnoticed, has gone.’
A role for the interior plantscaper
‘Not being able to experience nature is a major problem.
According to scientists, this contributes to an individual and
collective lack of action to protect biodiversity. Activities such
as workshops can raise our awareness of nature. The desire to
produce sustainably and locally with minimal impact on the
environment can change the way in which the interior land-
scape evolves. Technology has already changed our service.
No more paper, but real-time advice and information. Can
technological aids, such as augmented reality, connect more
people to nature?’
A recent project incorporating the ideas of Les Jardins de
Gally is ‘The incredible edible indoor garden’ - awarded by
the European Interior Landscaping Organisation (EILO). Pierre
Darmet: ‘For the head office of InVivo, a large agricultural coop-
erative, we integrated indoor edible gardens into meeting and
relaxation rooms. We have acted as a mentor in this project.
Although they work for an agricultural company, many of the
employees were not connected to nature. Our gardeners, for
example, have taught them the necessity of pollination, using
pencils, because bees do not fit in an office building.’
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BotAnicAl gArdens in europeBotanical gardens give us a glimpse into the wonderful world of plants. They are the perfect place for getting
some inspiration! Beautiful botanical gardens can be found throughout Europe. Below are several that are
certainly worth visiting!
royal Botanic gardens, Kew - london
Nestled in south-west London is one of the most beau-
tiful botanical gardens in the world: Kew Gardens. In
2003, Kew Gardens was designated a UNESCO World
Heritage site. You will find many unique attractions
at Kew Gardens, such as the world’s largest Victorian
greenhouse and an 18-metre-high walkway. From the
walkway you have the best view of the gardens.
i giardini di Castel trauttmansdorff - merano
The botanical gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, once
the winter residence of Empress Sissi, are located on
the edge of Merano. The castle is situated in an idyllic
location with a beautiful view of the Alps. From under
the palm trees you can look up at the snow-covered
mountains.
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Botanischer garten Berlin
The Botanischer Garten Berlin is at the top of the list. The
unique collection of flora comprises an area of around 43
hectares and is therefore one of the largest collections in the
world. The garden was founded in 1679 and some important
botanists have worked there, including Carl Willdenow and
Adolf Engler. It now houses around 20,000 plants from all
over the world.
eden project, Cornwall
The Eden Project near St. Austell in Cornwall is also known by
visitors as the eighth Wonder of the World. Massive biomes
house the world’s largest rainforest in captivity as well as
magnificent waterfalls! By building these biomes on a dere-
lict clay pit, the project wants to show that we can repair the
damage that we inflict on nature.
hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botan-
ical gardens in the world. It was founded in 1638 as a place
to cultivate medicinal plants for pharmacists and doctors. The
gardens, which lie in the busy city centre of Amsterdam, are
an oasis of tranquillity. Behind the old gates are some crown
jewels from the 17th and 18th centuries, such as the oldest
Cycas palm in the world.
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3 in 1Here we see a pot… in a pot… in a pot. This Ficus altissima
initially stood in a ceramic pot. If you look carefully, you
can still see the fragments. When the roots began to grow
over the edge of the pot, the grower in Asia created a new
pot from blue mesh. After arrival in the Netherlands, the
Ficus was repotted in a black plastic pot.
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The creATive side Of mOssThe possibilities with moss are endless. It is a beautiful product of nature that
can be used in any interior. Everything is tailor-made in our own workshop
according to the desired dimensions, type of moss and finishing.
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leChuzA®
Green wAll hOme KiTThe handy, glossy cube from Lechuza works well
anywhere. Practical and beautiful on a reception
counter or stylish and modern on a desk. The Cube
Glossy gives every room a unique shine.
Had enough of bare, dull walls without any life at all? If so, it’s
now time for a cheerful green wall. The ‘Green Wall Home Kit’
let’s you get started straight away – simply screw the metal
strips to the wall, plant the stylish Cube Glossy planters with
lush greenery and simply attach the planters to the strips with
the magnetic holders.
Thanks to the tried and tested Lechuza skewer watering
system, the plants are supplied with an optimal amount of
water for a long time to come. Ideally suited for pot sizes 10
to 12.
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eilo excursion in pArisBe sure to make a note of these dates in your diary! On 3 and 4
October 2019 the ‘European Interior Landscaping Organisation’
(EILO) is organising the annual EILO excursion for the fifth
consecutive year – this time it will be held in Paris. It is an ideal
place to share work, knowledge and inspiration with fellow
professionals. During these two days, various workshops,
presentations and guided tours will be held and the winners
of the 2019 EILO Awards will be announced. Want to know
more? Enrol via the website: www.eilo.eu
WhAt is your opinion of the mAgAzine?
At the beginning of this year, we sent you
a survey with questions about your opinion
of the magazine. We want to thank everyone
who took the time to complete the survey.
Your feedback will help us to continue improving the
magazine. The magazine was given an average rating
of 8.7 – we are very pleased with that score!
8.7
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The enormous amount of plants in our product range shows how many different shades of green there are. When
zooming in on their leaves, the various patterns and structures stand out better. Do you recognise any of them?
You will find the answers on page 35.
mAny shAdes Of Green
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nOsTAlGiA On The wAll
Several photos can be found on the wall of the canteen at
Nieuwkoop Europe. Every photo tells a story that makes
our nostalgic green hearts beat faster.
In this photo, we see a wagon loaded with plants. The
way in which the plants are transported is what we call
‘Belgian stacking’. This method was applied in the past
before we had carts and trolleys. This technique is still
used in Thailand to transport plants to the market. Some
growers drive around 800 to 900 kilometres to sell their
plants in Bangkok.
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The names of the plants shown on pages 32 and 33:
1. Sansevieria zeylanica
2. Ficus religiosa
3. Dracaena ‘Cintho’
4. Mircosorum crocodyllus
5. Aglaonema ‘Silver Queen’
6. Calathea ‘Network’
7. Pachira aquatica
8. Aglaonema ‘Silver Bay’
9. Aglaonema ‘Pattaya Beauty’
10. Dracaena ‘Surculosa’
11. Scindapsis treubii
12. Aglaonema ‘Maria’
13. Philodendron ‘Brasil’
14. Dracaena ‘Lemon Line’
mAny shAdes Of Green
Column: sAnder KrollwhAt does the customer choose first, the pot or the plAnt?What does the customer choose first, the pot or the plant? I
have written about this before in one of my previous columns,
but I still owe you an answer. I will give you my answer in my
very last column for this glossy!
At the time, there was no clear answer to the ‘plant or pot
dilemma’. After all, tastes differ. One customer wants 40 pieces
of exactly this pot, or that container or planter in a certain
material and with a specified structure and look. As far as the
customer is concerned, they add the finishing touch to the
plantscaping of the new office. Another customer is inspired
by the interior design magazines, or by something they have
seen online, and know approximately which plants or trees
they want. The planters are less important, as long as they
are white.
When I saw Nieuwkoop Europe’s beautiful and practical
new website for the first time, I knew that the ‘plant or pot
dilemma’ was definitely over and done with.
With just a few clicks of the mouse you can find all kinds of
plant & pot, or tree & container combinations on the website,
along with many alternatives. It immediately becomes clear
which combinations work best aesthetically, and which
combinations are suitable for the project in terms of the
designated location. You can also look at them together with
your customer and allow yourselves to become inspired, even
by combinations that no one has yet thought of.
What does the customer choose first, the pot or the plant?
The customer ultimately chooses the best combination, so the
whole thing. Long live technical progress.
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GrAdienTsuBtle ‘omBré’ effeCt
We have seen it in the fashion world for some time now,
but we are also seeing it more often in interiors: the
‘ombré’ effect. Ombré means ‘shadow’ in French. It is
a colour effect that is created by allowing one or
more shades to blend gently into each other.
The Gradient collection has such a subtle
‘ombré’ effect. This gives the planters a
harmonious look that can be applied in any
interior. The planters come with a matching water-
tight liner, enabling you to plant quickly and easily.
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invesTinG in sOlAr enerGyThe very first solar panels were recently installed on the roof of Nieuwkoop Europe. In total, the 1,085 solar panels will generate
approximately 328,000 kWh per year, which is about 55% of Nieuwkoop Europe’s annual electricity consumption. The installation
of solar panels is a logical step in our transition to sustainable business operations. Over the past few years, we have already
implemented various changes to achieve the most energy-efficient way of working. If the solar panels deliver the desired
results, there could possibly be more solar panels on the roof of the new building, which will be put into service later this year.
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order routing Have you ever asked yourself what takes place before your order is delivered to
the right address? We will briefly explain which route your order takes – from the
moment of ordering to loading on the truck.
Many orders are placed every day by phone, email or through the website. Before your order is
finally processed, we check to see that all articles are available on the date that you need them.
Timetables are used to closely monitor deadlines. The order pickers get to see all the informa-
tion through a digital order picking system. Any deviations can be immediately fed back via
this system, so that we can quickly offer you a suitable alternative.
The order is then checked by a quality controller who checks that all items meet quality standards
– no pests or damage – and that the correct quantities have been picked for all items.
On the packing floor, a professional team ensures that your order is stacked onto trolleys as care-
fully and efficiently as possible, while taking customer-specific requirements into consideration.
When the trolleys have been sealed, they are checked to see whether there is still some space
available. This offers you the possibility to order additional items, in order to make efficient use of
the transport.
The order is now ready to be loaded onto the truck. Optimal cooperation with various logistics
partners enables us to provide fast and effective logistics solutions to more than 40 countries.
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employee in the spotlight
peter AndréIn every edition of the magazine you can meet one of
our colleagues. This time we would like to introduce
you to Peter.
Peter is an order picker at Nieuwkoop Europe and, together
with his colleagues, he ensures that the right products are
delivered to our customers. ‘When we pick the products,
we pay attention to quality and check for any damage. It is
important that the work is carried out carefully and accurately,’
says Peter.
What do you enjoy in your job as an order picker? ‘It’s not in
my nature to sit still. As an order picker, you are on the move
all day, driving around the entire premises and speaking to
many other colleagues. Sometimes you have to race against
the clock to get last-minute orders ready. But, as a team, we
always manage to get the orders ready for our customers,’
says Peter.
A number of changes have been made in recent years to
ensure that the internal logistics process runs as smoothly and
efficiently as possible. Peter continues: ‘Lines to indicate our
pick process route have been applied throughout the company
so that we do not get in each other’s way. In addition, the new
building will bring about positive changes. Because we are
going to make a better segregation of our production and sales
product range, our order picking route will be much smaller
and therefore more efficient.’
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new models available
The D-lite collection has a new name:
grigio. These planters have the best of both
worlds: the robust appearance of concrete
and the light weight of plastic. Whether it is
a beautiful bowl on the table or a large planter
near the entrance, thanks to the wide choice of
shapes, colours and sizes, there is always a suitable
planter for every location!
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GriGio
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A showpiece
in the interior
These beautiful vases from the Metallic collection
make unique showpieces that come into their
own in a prominent place in the interior. The
vases lend themselves perfectly for combining
with beautiful flower arrangements or decorative
twigs, but they are also eye-catching features in
their own right.
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