The Enchanting History of Kaasgroothandel Korver Kaas
Established in 1897 by Cheese Wholesaler Korver Kaas has a rich and storied past. From its headquarters on the Delftsestraat in the heart of Rotterdam, the company diligently delivered an extensive range of cheeses to local farmers, grocers, and water stokers via cargo bikes and dog carts.
Regrettably, during the Second World War, the building on Delftsestraat was unfortunately lost. However, Cheese Wholesaler Korver demonstrated remarkable resilience and continued its operations on the adjacent Zaagmolenstraat in Rotterdam.
The advent of new times brought about significant changes for the company. As a result, Cheese Wholesaler Korver embarked on a journey of expansion, gradually increasing its supply to market traders in Rotterdam. This marked a pivotal moment in the company’s history, leading to its gradual growth and transformation into the esteemed institution it is today.
In 1985, we relocated to the Rotterdam Wholesale Market and have since expanded our operations to include the HORECA and Food Service industries.
We established a dairy manufacturing and processing facility in Mudurnu - Bolu, Turkiye, and commenced the production of Mozzarella Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Diced.
- We commenced the importation of food and beverages from Polish factories and subsequently established representation in the Netherlands and Turkiye.
- We initiated the production of Gouda cheese in Blocks, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We commenced the importation of food and beverages from Greece and subsequently distributed them across the Netherlands and Turkiye.
- We started the the production of Edam cheese in Blocks, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- Our initial export destination was Asia.
- We have established exclusive agreements with food and beverage manufacturers in Belgium and represent them in the Netherlands and Turkiye.
- Our initial export destination was Africa.
- We obtained the ISO 9001 certification.
- We commenced the production of Kashkaval Cheese in Blocks, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
We have established a processing facility in 2411NS Bodegraven, the Netherlands, enabling us to import semi-finished products from our Turkish facility and complete the necessary processing within the European Union. This facility allows us to deliver finished products that meet applicable EU quality standards and qualify as EU-origin products, in accordance with relevant regulatory requirements.
- We obtained the certification ISO 22000.
- We created our own brand: "Alpremo Cheese"
- We commenced offering our international clientele a diverse range of food and beverages under our proprietary brands, "Alpremo Cheese".
- Our inaugural export transaction was executed to the North American market.
- We obtained the HACCP certification.
- Our first export was made to South America.
- We initiated the production of White Cheddar Cheese in Blocks, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We have obtained Halal certification.
- Our first export was made to Oceania.
- We have commenced the production of Gouda cheese in Wheels, Blocks, Shredded, Diced, Cuts and Sliced.
- We have started the production of Red Cheddar Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We have commenced the production of Emmental cheese in Wheels, Blocks, Shredded, Diced, Cuts and Sliced.
To enhance our distribution capabilities, we have expanded our warehouse in 2411NS Bodegraven, Netherlands to accommodate chilled and frozen products. This expansion allows us to consolidate containers containing a diverse range of products from all our facilities, enabling us to efficiently supply our international customers.
- We initiated the production of Maasdam Cheese in Wheel, Block, Shredded, Diced, Cuts and Slices.
- We have started the Production of Analogue Mozzarella Cheese in Block, Shredded and Diced.
- We have commenced the production of Analogue Edam Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We initiated the production of Analogue Gouda Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
We have established a new distribution warehouse in 2411PZ Bodegraven, Netherlands, with the capability to receive, re-pack, re-label, store and load all kind of Food & Beverages in ambient, chilled and frozen conditions.
- We participated as an exhibitor at Marca 2023 in Bologna, Italy.
- We have established a new Sales & Marketing Office at Barbaros Mahallesi, Kayalar Sokak 3/1, A2, 17020 Çanakkale, Türkiye, dedicated to serving our global non-cruise-line clients across the HoReCa, Food Service, and Retail industries.
- We participated as an exhibitor at SIAL 2024 in Paris, France.
- We have started the production of Analogue White Cheddar Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We have commenced the production of Red Cheddar Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We initiated the production of Analogue Emmental Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
- We have started the production of Analogue Maasdam Cheese in Block, Shredded, Diced and Sliced.
Kayalar Sokak No. 3/1 A2
17020 Canakkale
Turkiye
2411 NS Bodegraven
The Netherlands
Plant Number : NL Z 0124 EG
14800 Mudurnu - Bolu
Turkiye
Plant Number : TR14-0105
2411PZ Bodegraven
Netherlands