Ahead of the grain
For over a century, Holland Malt has stood for quality, innovation, and a pioneering spirit. What began as an independent, family-owned malthouse has grown into an international supplier of the finest malt, serving brewers and distillers in over 50 countries. Our independence allows us to stay agile, sustainable, and true to our values. As a company, we always think one step ahead — because staying Ahead of theGrain is not just our tagline, but the mindset that defines everything we do.
We believe in progress and always look ahead. We make plans for tomorrow and beyond. We do this for ourselves, simply because it is in our DNA, but also for the world around us and our partners. It is our mission to strive to be the best partner in malt through forward-thinking entrepreneurship for the benefit of future generations.
Malt shortages WW1
To keep production going, brewers purchased malting barley from the USA. Unfortunately, the first ship was torpedoed. Fortunately, the family was well-insured.
Malt houses in WW2
The construction of a new malting house started in 1938. During the war the kiln was used to dry vegetables to feed the local community.
Fifties growth
The capacity of the malt houses now exceeded local needs. The surplus was sold to breweries in other regions and the Dutch Malt Export Organization.
Sixties
Living standards rose and beer consumption grew. Malting capacity doubled once again, to 12,000 tonnes annually.
New kind of malt house 70′
In the seventies the company built a new tower maltings. One of the first of its kind, using a new construction technique.
The eighties energy crisis
High energy costs led to a combined heat and power supply. This meant a significant improvement in our environmental impact.
Further growth in the nineties
A second germination tower was built in 1991, followed by a second kilning tower in 1995.
The new millennium
In 2003 the Swinkels family and the farmers cooperative, Agrifirm, joined forces, with the name Holland Malt. In 2014, Agrifirm sold its shares back to the Swinkels family.
Electrification towards world’s first zero emission malthouse
As part of our transition to 100% electric and emission-free malt production, we undertook a major infrastructure project: laying over 4 kilometers of high-voltage cable to power our malthouse with renewable wind energy. This complex operation enabled a switch from a 6 MW to a 35 MW power connection, paving the way for a fully electrified, emission-free production process, a milestone on our journey to become the world’s first zero emission malthouse.
Opening world’s first emission-free malthouse 2024
A new area ‘Ahead of the grain’ 2025
Entrepreneurship is in our DNA, it’s what we’ve done for generations, and what we’ll continue to do. From building one of the first tower maltings in the world to opening the world’s first emission-free malthouse in Eemshaven, we’ve shown our commitment not only to sustainability, but also to innovation, quality, and progress. As we continue to evolve, it is time for our brand identity to reflect who we are today and who we strive to become. We are Holland Malt. Ahead of the grain.
Our team
Meet the people behind Holland Malt. A team of specialists, who provide our customers with the best conditions, best service and of course, the best malt.
You can be part of our team
Would you like to be part of the Holland Malt team? Take a look at our vacancies.
Vacancies
Our malt houses
- sustainable
- mass production
- hypermodern
Plant Eemshaven
State-of-the-art and world’s first emission-free malthouse.
- local
- specialised malt
- craftmanship
Plant Lieshout
We have been producing malt in Lieshout for over a hundred years.
Our customers
At Holland Malt, we serve a wide range of customers across the globe, from leading beverage producers to innovative food brands. Our customers differ in scale, style, and tradition, but they all rely on the same thing: high-quality malt, produced with care and consistency. Wherever our malt is used, it reflects our commitment to quality and craftsmanship.
Our customers