Sixth Generation Takes the Helm at 190-Year-Old Family Business Zwartz
Oldenzaal, 15 October 2025 – Dutch textile company Zwartz has appointed Roderik Zwartz as CEO. He follows in the footsteps of his father, Ronald Zwartz, becoming the sixth generation to lead the family business. The leadership transition comes at a significant moment in the company’s history, as Zwartz celebrates its 190th anniversary this year. Zwartz […]
Solar panels on our roof: Sustainable textile production in the Netherlands
Sustainable textiles go beyond the choice of materials. The production process itself plays a key role. That’s why we recently installed 832 solar panels on the roof of our factory in Oldenzaal. Together, they generate over 403,000 watt-peak of clean energy. A measurable step toward sustainable textiles Installing solar panels is a concrete move in […]
