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Mourik was named the most sustainable builder in the Netherlands during the Cobouw Awards 2025. The jury praised our way of reporting on sustainability as well as how we put it into practice: with vision, innovation, and decisiveness. This recognition shows that sustainability at Mourik is not something separate from what we do, but an integral part of who we are.
Cora de Groot, Sustainability and CO2 Coordinator “It’s great to work as a proper team at Mourik. The working climate is open and supportive" Even though Cora is only 22 years old, her CV is impressive. She did Commercial Business Administration studies and the Top Class programme at University of Applied Sciences Utrecht at the same time, and together with other excellent students she did her minor in Switzerland. Cora was valedictorian. This difficult term does not signify a philosophy of life or a diet. It simply means that she was the best student of her year, with no less than three distinctions: highest average mark and with honours, best graduation thesis, and Top Class graduate. It is therefore no surprise that Mourik gave her 9 out of 10 for her graduation project about achieving, implementing and maintaining the CO2 Performance Ladder up to and including level 5 in business operations. Cora is now a versatile CSR talent at Mourik Infra: active promotion of CO2 reduction, EMVI plans for sustainability and stakeholder management, and a wide variety of certifications are some of her duties. She is furthermore the youngest and only female representative at the Central College of Experts of the CO2 Performance Ladder on behalf of the association of construction and infra companies Bouwend Nederland, and a member of the bitumen works section Bitumen Werken. These efforts do not go unnoticed. In 2014 Cora was nominated for Duurzame Jonge 100!, a list of one hundred young professionals initiating sustainability innovations. “The term 'pioneering business practices' often makes people think of internationalization and of expanding your market on a worldwide scale, but I think pioneering business practices start at a much earlier stage. Look beyond your own boundaries! A company can do this by involving the supply chain and the branch of industry in its business operations and by innovating together. They are some of our daily activities here at Mourik, and I am fortunate they are a major part of my work. As a sustainability coordinator, I try to influence the impact of what we do, and turn it into sustainable alternatives and solutions. And that is something I really can't do on my own," Cora adds enthusiastically. “It is an intensive process with colleagues, customers, industry peers, supply chain partners, experts but also end users and stakeholders. Good examples are the initiatives we set up with a number of our suppliers and subcontractors which regularly work for us and deliver goods to us. The objective of these initiatives is to arrive at joint sustainable alternatives, to raise awareness about CO2 emissions, and to investigate the options for reducing them. This collaboration is instructive and enriching for all parties. The goal is to look non-stop for the best way to run a company with the three Ps of People, Planet and Profit in balance, and with the most sustainable end result. That is what motivates me!"
The pressure of a new weir Inge Beckers-Scholten is Technical Manager of the Major Maintenance of Weirs (GRONST) project and Project Manager at Mourik Infra. She was technically responsible for the new weir crane at the Roermond weir. From the portrait series How Are You Shaping Tomorrow The pressure of a new weir Flood protection is one of the highest priorities for Rijkswaterstaat. That is why the government is investing heavily in future-proofing our hydraulic infrastructure, such as the seven weirs in the Limburg Meuse. In 2023, Mourik Infra started the large-scale maintenance of the weirs, with the construction of this new weir crane as the latest milestone. Inge: “The crane was due for a replacement in every way. The technology was outdated and operating the old crane was labor-intensive and unsafe. The operators had to stand on the weir bridge, without railings, directly above the swirling water. Now, the crane can be operated from the cabin and from the building on the shore.” Mourik has handled projects like this many times before, but according to Inge, it never becomes routine: “In Roermond, for example, the water can rise so high that the entire site ends up meters underwater. You have to be able to anticipate that at any moment. And there is never any room for delay, because you simply have to be ready at the start of the high-water season. The fact that we can handle that pressure well is what makes Mourik unique, I think: we love technical challenges and can switch gears quickly.” Making a contribution“I was raised to work hard and to finish what you start. I think you need that mindset to succeed at Mourik. It works well for me. My job is truly my passion. I love the combination of technology, environment, and safety. I find weirs the most challenging: the force of the water, the pressure to get everything done on time. You have to take everything into account. Unfortunately, I have also seen things go wrong, like when an overflow dam collapsed causing a houseboat to break loose, which eventually drifted into a bridge. The damage was enormous, but what stuck with me most was that the residents lost their home due to the power of the water. Moments like that make you realize how important water safety really is, and how wonderful it is that you can contribute to it.” Learning every day from the ‘hassle’“When I’m working on a project, my focus is naturally on that project. I’m not consciously thinking about strategy or core values. But they’re always there in the background: you don’t each other hanging, and you always make sure the job gets done. That’s just Mourik. I also see my work as part of a bigger picture. Innovation and sustainability should simply be a part of every project, not something extra on the side. Everyone working on projects can contribute to that. We are Mourik’s eyes and ears: we hear what’s going on and see what’s happening. We can give feedback to make the work safer, more sustainable, and better in the future. Of course, I sometimes grumble when something unexpected happens or there’s trouble with a permit. But we also learn from that kind of ‘hassle’ every day. Everything you encounter at work, even if you find it difficult, is a learning moment for the future.” Sustainability from generation to generation Our core values in action Four generations Mourik
Mourik is more than just a company: we're a collective of inventive, entrepreneurial and resilient individuals. We are explorers and problem-solvers, consistently devising smart solutions to the challenges we face. This innovative spirit is deeply embedded in Mourik's DNA and drives our approach to addressing climate challenges. Our motto is simple: less talk, more action.
Opened in 1977, the Kiltunnel is one of the oldest underwater tunnels in the Netherlands. It is also an important traffic artery, connecting the city of Dordrecht with the Hoeksche Waard region of the province of Zuid-Holland. With over four million road and “slow traffic lane” (cyclists, etc.) users per year, it is also one of the busiest. In 2021 and 2022, this tunnel underwent major maintenance as well as a “sustainability makeover”, carried out by the sKILs consortium (Mourik Infra and SWARCO Mobility Nederland). Thanks to the design/build-team approach, we were involved in the project right from the design phase. Though our guiding principles were safety, accessibility and user comfort, this maintenance project also became a real testing ground for innovations in the area of sustainability.
Hasselt, 13 May 2024 - Mourik Technics, which specialises in making buildings more sustainable in Belgium, is showing sharp and sustained growth two years after its establishment. The Hasselt-based company provides heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) for buildings. In 2023, turnover rose to EUR 13.5 million. That is a threefold increase compared to the previous year. Mourik Technics also expects to grow in 2024. For instance, Mourik Technics is supplying HVAC systems to Living Tomorrow's prestigious innovation campus in Vilvoorde. To facilitate this growth and continue to accelerate the energy transition, the demand for qualified personnel is also growing. McKinsey calculated in a 2023 report that the built environment accounts for a quarter of global CO2 emissions. Houses, offices, hospitals, hotels and laboratories are built and then put into use. The realisation or redevelopment of buildings requires sustainable insulation, smart installations and thorough maintenance. This is to ensure a comfortable indoor climate and minimise CO2 emissions. Dirk Vanstraelen, director at Mourik Technics, explains: "Hot summers, cold winters and large fluctuations in humidity levels require a sustainable climate plan. In designing this, we cooperate emphatically with specialised design and consultancy firms. We then offer a total package of services in realisation and maintenance with an experienced team." Mourik Technics is part of contractor and family company Mourik, active in Belgium, the Netherlands and the rest of the world. This originally Dutch company is one of the leaders in environmental engineering and sustainability issues for construction and industry. Comfort and sustainability Vanstraelen: "With Mourik Technics, we contribute to accelerating the energy transition in Belgium. But the effect of our work must also be felt immediately. Because people want to work in a comfortable climate all year round. That is what we ensure. In addition, finely tuned climate control is highly necessary for certain industries, such as the pharmaceutical and food industries and within the healthcare sector. Thus we combine comfort, necessity and sustainability. Given the development of Mourik Technics, this is a golden combination." One of the projects Mourik Technics is working on is the prestigious Living Tomorrow innovation campus. At this site in Vilvoorde, an innovation hub consisting of a digital experience centre, a selection of meeting rooms, a voco-hotel and the restaurant Sapor led by top chef Marc Clement. Dirk Vanstraelen: "We are responsible for the HVAC work of this beautiful building. The entire climate control infrastructure in the 12-storey campus is provided by us." Energy transition increases demand for qualified people With the energy transition well underway in Belgium, Mourik Technics expects to grow further in 2024 and also expand its services. To achieve that growth in Belgium realise the Hasselt-based company is looking for maintenance technicians, mechanics and project leaders. "Working independently, a lot of variety and a close-knit team are just three benefits. In addition, you will be part of the energy transition and help build a climate-neutral Belgium. Be sure to drop by," concludes Dirk Vanstraelen. About Mourik: global player and family business in one Mourik is among the larger independent family-owned companies in the Netherlands. A B2B and B2G service provider in the fields of infrastructure, industry, construction, catalyst handling and environmental engineering. 90 years after its establishment, Mourik is a company with a turnover of EUR 647 million and more than 2,000 employees worldwide. Mourik offers customers in the public and private sectors a multidisciplinary package as a total solution. Mourik stands for healthy returns, continuity, safe working and sustainable enterprise. Innovativeness, entrepreneurial spirit, and hard-working, competent and committed employees make Mourik a future-oriented company. The company, headquartered in Groot- Ammers, is led by CEO Kees Jan Mourik.
At a client site in the chemical industry, we implemented our advanced NETC-E technology for tank cleaning. This technology is both cost-effective and significantly reduces nitrogen and CO₂ emissions.
Four generations of Mourik Sophie Mourik is Project Coordinator at MVOI and the daughter of Kees Jan Mourik. She is the first of her generation in the family business. How is she shaping tomorrow?From the portrait series How Are You Shaping Tomorrow Four generations of Mourik Wise lessons from Grandpa Kees“Ever since I was a little girl, my grandpa (the late Kees Mourik) and I would often go for walks by the seepage area in Groot-Ammers. We would watch the nature and the animals that passed by. He had benches placed everywhere where we would chat endlessly about everything: nature, what was happening in the world, and also a lot about the wonderful company Mourik. He could talk about it enthusiastically for hours. Occasionally I was allowed to join meetings, even though I didn’t understand everything yet, of course. ‘Come sit in and listen, experience it for yourself,’ he would say. What did I learn most from Grandpa Kees? That you never do it alone, but always together. ‘If you are good to others, they will be good to you’, he always said.” The fourth generation of Mourik at work“What I learned from Grandpa, I encounter on a daily basis at work. I am the first of the fourth generation to be allowed to become part of this wonderful company. Everyone around me asked if I was nervous to start at Mourik, but I never felt that way. I more or less grew up with the Mourik culture in Groot-Ammers. My little brothers, cousins, and I also go on at least two ‘work visits’ a year to a Mourik company or a great project to get to know the company and the culture better. That’s also why the onboarding at MVOI felt so familiar, from the very first day I was there. Everyone works together, and if you have a question, you get the help you need. My official job title is project coordinator. But my work is very broad: work preparation, stakeholder management, checking on-site with colleagues to see if everything is running according to schedule, and more. Creating a project together and involving each other. Exactly as I remember from the many stories in the past.” How is Sophie shaping tomorrow?“How Mourik once started, and how big Mourik is now with all the different disciplines, I really find that impressive. The Mourik Maakt Morgen (Mourik is Shaping Tomorrow) book published this year shows that beautifully. I was really drawn in and there were photos I had never seen before. For example, that we helped renovate De Kuip in Rotterdam. Amazing for a true Feyenoord family like ours. And we are still working on wonderful projects: the hydrogen excavator, the first electric roller, VR simulations at Traffic & More, countless innovations at Mourik Industry. I really can’t wait to see what Mourik will look like in ten years. I hope the feeling of the family business and the sense of togetherness will remain, because the Mourik yellow heart makes our company unique. Together we are shaping tomorrow. Grandpa used to say: ‘you are family and you do it as a family.’” Curious how we are shaping tomorrow for future generations?In this video Sophie talks with her father Kees Jan Mourik about working sustainably for the next generations. Sustainability from generation to generation The pressure of a new weir Supporting the transition to a greener industry
Mourik, a family-driven enterprise, excels in the infrastructure, industrial services, construction and environmental sectors, always prioritising safety, sustainability and innovation.
Jan Peter Noordermeer of Mourik: “The continued development of our cleaning technology in tanks fits well with our strategy of striving to work safely and sustainably.” In collaboration with a new technical partner, Mourik has made a step forward in reducing the environmental impact of tank cleaning operations. Existing non-entry tank cleaning equipment relies on diesel generators for power. The new cleaning technology designed and developed by Mourik is electrically powered, reducing CO2 emissions as well as reducing noise and odor pollution. Operated remotely, the non-entry system fully meets the stringent requirements when it comes to safety and sustainability. The introduction of this electrically powered cleaning technique is in line with Mourik Industry’s sustainability ambition to only use emission-free equipment by 2030. This latest innovation follows the launch of the first emission-free hydrogen fueled excavator last year. Currently, nearly a quarter of the equipment at Mourik Industry is electrically powered. Jan Peter Noordermeer of Mourik Industry: “Our clients can use their green electricity on location to power the cleaning technology. This way we can operate, together with clients, our equipment even more sustainably.” Mourik Industry has a great deal of experience with non-entry tank cleaning (NETC) and with this experience, has been able to further refine and optimize the technology. Jan Peter Noordermeer: “The continued development of our cleaning technology in tanks is fully in line with our strategy of striving to work more safely and sustainably. This also fits as part of our mission to help our clients with smart solutions. With the enclosed construction of NETC, the emission restrictions are complied with and can be safely applied at many more locations...” How NETC works The new non-entry tank cleaning system consists of a cleaning tool that is equipped with an inspection camera and lighting. It cleans with a pressure of up to 40 bar and can be applied with virtually all, even slightly flammable products. The control room is located at a safe distance from the tank and from there, the cleaning process can be continuously monitored and measurements can be carried to keep track of the oxygen level. Recordings of the cleaning process are also made so that extra controls can take place if desired. During the cleaning process, the atmosphere in the tank can also be made inert. Should the limits be exceeded, the cleaning system will automatically shut itself down. During the cleaning procedure, entry into the tank is unnecessary unless final manual cleaning is required. The future of NETC At this moment, there are four remote-operated NETC cleaning systems operational at Mourik Industry. Ultimately by 2030, each and every one of our systems will be electrically powered. Do you want to know more about NETC? Please contact us.
Kees Jan Mourik, Chairman of the Board of Management He has been the new chief executive since January 2013. Kees Jan Mourik has found that collaboration between the various Mourik companies is becoming increasingly important. This is all the reason he needs to ‘keep a tight hold on the strings’ in this field more than in any other. Kees Jan provides his vision on this and other strategic issues. "Great companies that join forces" ‘We have a fantastic set of companies that join forces to tackle multidisciplinary projects. This offers our clients decisive advantages. The Mourik mentality of “putting our backs into it” is highly valued. Therefore, I want to hold on to and stimulate this unique Mourik culture in collaboration with our employees, who live up to it.’ Feeling with the shop floor ‘Here, this is a typical project of ours that illustrates the power of the collaboration between the various disciplines within Mourik.’ Kees Jan is talking about the turn-key project Wilmar Autoroute, which several Mourik companies are collaborating on. He can talk endlessly about countless Mourik projects, sometimes going into the technical details and innovations, to emphasise the added value of an integrated approach. In 2012 the formation of divisions within Mourik took centre stage. ‘We have found that the various forms of collaboration are continuously developing, within the company, between client and contractor, but also between contractors. Looking at Mourik, you will see more than just a group of companies that offer the same services, but rather a nice combination of technical companies with a lot of diversity, a number of which work in niche markets. Every company is quite independent and has its own responsibility. We purposely stimulate this to promote entrepreneurship and in connection with specific technologies, products, services and markets. We provide, as Board of Directors, the general framework and aim for synergy between the Mourik companies, and safeguard entrepreneurship. My role in this? I keep an eye on the big picture and strive to always know what is going on out in the field, am a connecting factor and have an eye for current innovations. Having been appointed president in January 2013, I am also the one who takes the final decisions where necessary. But first, I want to know exactly where things stand.’ Leadership Being the chief executive can be a lonely affair. Managing a complex technical company is not always easy. ‘Even if I do say so myself, I am an accessible and approachable leader,’ Kees Jan says with a smile. ‘Since I joined the Board of Directors almost five years ago, I have invested a lot of time and effort in making contact with people. I regularly make safety rounds with the head of Corporate Safety and visit projects. In addition, I want to know about the strategic details and be able to talk to our people on a project level. What determines the cost price? How do you ensure that there is a compliance policy? I think feeling with the shop floor is just as important as management experience. Of course, I bear ultimate responsibility for the general course of affairs. My three personal areas of interest in this are Purchase, Innovation and Safety.’ Though sustainability is not explicitly included in that list, Kees Jan leaves no room for doubt about his view on this: ‘To me, that is not a separate subject, nor a hype. Sustainability is simply interwoven in our operational management and is part of running a good company.’ Returns ‘But when all is said and done, money needs to be made. This means a healthy return is required. However, in my view “return” is more than just the figure at the bottom of the page. The sentimental value I attach to the return is motivation, dedication, loyalty and the safety of the people who work at Mourik. Our social policy reflects that too. After all, we are a family business and we value our people. Sustainable employability is a nice term, but what it comes down to is that all employees can do their job in good health and fitness and make it to retirement. An active health policy plays an important part in this. In addition, we give our people every opportunity to develop.’ ‘My personal goal on the horizon? I want the Mourik ship to continue sailing in the right direction, even in rough seas, and I want us to continue doing the things we are good at and get even better at them.’ ‘A good operating result is important, but I want to look beyond that. I also want us to extend our horizon, through innovation, new markets, work methods and collaborations. I want us to be a modern company with an eye for social developments. I stand for Mourik's continuity.’
Petra Koselka, CEO of Angara, says: “The partnership with Mourik is strategic for Angara, as we plan to focus in the short term on delivering decarbonization opportunities in Europe and GCC and aim to develop a network of strong, industry leading implementation partners. Angara Global Ltd. and Mourik Industry B.V. have signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) to accelerate the implementation of Angara’s technology in Europe after a first successful joint pilot project.Angara’s patented suite of technologies enables highly emitting industries, like refineries, to significantly decarbonize by offering an innovative, AI-enabled dynamic fouling removal approach. This technology complements Mourik’s offering to its existing and prospective clients and underscores its strategy of innovation and sustainability.Recently, Angara and Mourik jointly executed a project for a large European refinery and the results were highly encouraging. Across 10 heat exchangers, the calculated annual savings were Euro 3.0M and 10kt of CO2, with the project delivered 100% safe. Based on this positive cooperation, a European partnership has now been formed. ANGARA’s technology has been evaluated by DNV GL, receiving a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 8+.Petra Koselka, CEO of Angara, says: “The partnership with Mourik is strategic for Angara, as we plan to focus in the short term on delivering decarbonization opportunities in Europe and GCC and aim to develop a network of strong, industry leading implementation partners. We expect to certify Mourik as a fully accredited user of our technology and we look forward to a great future together”.Simon Kramer, Commercial Director at Mourik’s Industry division, explains: “As a leading provider of industrial services Mourik aims to offer innovative solutions that contribute to the sustainability targets of its clients. As preferred partner of Angara we see an opportunity to put our specialist expertise in use to support the decarbonization of the industry, next to providing a wider range of other solutions such as non-entry tank cleaning”.Mourik and Angara are committed to cooperating in driving decarbonization by providing clients with innovative professional maintenance of heat exchange equipment enabling optimal heat transfer, reducing costs, maximizing workforce safety and reducing CO2 emissions under the umbrella of the DecarbonX Program.
Mourik's expertise in road construction, encompassing engineering, design, construction and maintenance, helps advance the sustainability of our road network.
The industrial sector is operating at full throttle. Sustainability is now more than ever a driving force on the agenda, spurred on by the European CRSD directives. Additionally, the industry has set its own ambitious sustainability goals, rapidly translating these into tangible objectives for both itself and its service providers. Mourik is moving at the same pace, leading with sustainable solutions and innovations for a greener industry.
