{"id":41011,"date":"2022-12-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-01T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oomen.com\/blog-en\/acquisition-of-verkroost-removals\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T13:44:54","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T12:44:54","slug":"acquisition-of-verkroost-removals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oomen.com\/en\/news\/acquisition-of-verkroost-removals\/","title":{"rendered":"Acquisition of Verkroost Removals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Oomen Movers &amp; Storage is proud to announce the acquisition of Verkroost Removals, a moving company with a rich history dating back to 1900. Verkroost Removals was known for its craftsmanship, reliability and customer focus. During five generations, Verkroost developed from a small-scale company with a horse and cart into a leading player in the national and international moving market.    <br\/> <br\/>The takeover of Verkroost Removals by Oomen Movers &amp; Storage marks an important moment in the further expansion of our company. Various employees have transferred along with the company, thus retaining the familiar expertise. Customers now benefit from a combination of traditional moving experience and the modern innovative power of Oomen.    <br\/> <br\/>This strengthening allows us to serve both private and business customers even better with customized solutions, a sustainable fleet of vehicles and state-of-the-art storage facilities. 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