Company Story
1876 - Founding of Ackermans by Nicolaas Ackermans as a small trading company in Antwerp, Belgium.
1880 - Expansion into the Congo Free State, with Ackermans becoming a major player in the region's trade.
1904 - Merger with Van Haaren, a company founded by Charles Van Haaren, to form Ackermans & Van Haaren NV.
1920 - Diversification into the banking sector with the establishment of the Bank of Antwerp.
1950 - Expansion into the construction sector with the acquisition of several construction companies.
1960 - Diversification into the real estate sector with the establishment of a property development division.
1980 - International expansion with the establishment of subsidiaries in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
1990 - Focus on core businesses, including construction, real estate, and banking, with the divestment of non-core activities.
2000 - Continued international expansion and growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.
2010 - Focus on sustainability and corporate social responsibility, with the establishment of a dedicated sustainability department.