Martens Family Brewery: 265 Years of Brewing Tradition and Innovation in Belgium
Martens family
The Limburg region of Belgium is home to the Martens Breweryrecognized as the country's second-largest brewery after AB-Inbev. Founded in Bocholt at 1758the family business was established by Jean Martens and is now in its eighth generation. The brothers Fons and Jan Martens led the brasserie until 2022, when Jan Martens bought Fons' shares, taking his stake to 85%the 15% belonging to the Far Eastern Group investment group which enables them to have assets of more than 38 000 000€.
Here are some key facts about Brasserie Martens:
- Production capacity: Surpasses 4 million hectolitres of beer annually.
- ExportExport activities account for more than 85% of total volume produced.
- Product diversityThe range includes own-brand beers such as Martens and Sezoensas well as private labels.
- Global partnershipThe brewery exports worldwide, working with distributors, retailers and importers to offer branded and private-label beers.
The brasserie has seven packaging lines varied :
- Beers in cans
- BottlesDisposable and returnable
- PET A specialized format
- Barrels
Considered as a company primarily focused on the production of lager for supermarkets, notably through its collaboration with Aldi. In addition to its historic site in Belgium, the brewery has also expanded its activities to Galati, Romania.
The transition in governance has ensured family continuity, with Jan Martens' two sons positioning themselves as the ninth generation. The new orientations include a focus on sustainable breweryreinforcing the brewery's long-standing commitment to a more sustainable future.
Celebrating his 265th year of existenceBrasserie Martens remains synonymous with traditionwith a strong commitment to innovation and adaptation to industry standards, and the Martens family has a strong fortune estimated at over 40 million euros.
