The history of Hoydonckx
Delve into the rich history of Agri-service Hoydonckx, where agriculture and technology come together. Our commitment to innovation and customer service has made us what we are today: your reliable partner in agricultural machinery.
Founders
In the fertile years of the Belgian agricultural sector, the story of Agri-service Hoydonckx began. With a passion for technology and agriculture, Louis Hoydonckx started a modest garage for Volvo tractors in the 1960s. In 1980, he joined forces with Richard Mélotte to establish the company Hoydonckx bvba.
This collaboration laid the foundation for what is now a thriving company offering Valtra tractors and a wide range of other agricultural machinery. In 1988, Ronny Plessers entered the scene and brought his expertise and dedication to the growing company. It was a turning point in Hoydonckx’s history.
In 2000, after a decade of steady growth, Hoydonckx invested in a state-of-the-art company building that still serves as its home base today. Here, the company developed into a leading player in the agricultural sector, with a strong focus on technical competence, customer service and innovation. Our founders have always been at the forefront of the industry, and their vision continues to guide and inspire our company. Learn more about the driving forces behind Hoydonckx and their passion for agriculture and engineering.
Over the years
1960
Our journey began with the opening of a VOLVO tractor workshop by Louis Hoydonckx. A humble start, driven by passion for engineering and agriculture. This step laid the foundations for our remarkable story, in which dedication and excellence are central.
1980
The year of union. Louis Hoydonckx and Richard Mélotte joined forces and founded Hoydonckx bvba. Together they shared a vision of first-class agricultural machinery and service excellence. This partnership marked the beginning of a journey towards success and growth. The foundations of our company were firmly laid, and the dedication to our customers was already evident then.
1988
Growth and renewal. In this year, a significant change brought new opportunities. Louis Hoydonckx retired and Ronny Plessers joined the business. This transition provided continuity and brought new ideas. It was a time of growth and renewal, and we continued to support our customers with high-quality agricultural machinery and service. Our commitment to excellence in the agricultural sector remained unwavering.
2000
A new era begins. With the start of the new millennium, we began a new era in the history of Hoydonckx. In May 2000, we opened our brand-new premises, allowing us to expand our offer and better serve our customers. This marked the beginning of a period of modernisation and growth for our company. We continued to provide our customers with high-quality agricultural machinery and service, and our dedicated team was ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
