HES International B.V.

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Founded in 1908, HES International B.V. is a private headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands specializing in Hydrogen.

HES International B.V. is one of Europe's largest independent bulk handling companies, operating since 1908 (founded as Royal Frans Swarttouw in 1887). The company manages 14 strategically located terminals across 4 European countries, handling diverse bulk products including agricultural commodities, minerals, iron ore, and liquid bulk. HES provides 24/7 storage and handling services with multimodal transportation capabilities (vessels, pipelines, trains, barges, trucks). The company is pursuing sustainable growth through terminal expansion, acquisitions, and strategic focus on energy transition opportunities such as hydrogen, chemical recycling, and refrigerated gases. HES is jointly owned by Macquarie European Infrastructure Fund 5 and West Street Infrastructure Partners III (50/50 ownership). Core values include integrity, respect, accountability, openness, and entrepreneurialism.