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The Hart team outside the company headquarters in Nijkerk , the Netherlands .
Hart bv – master distributor in nickel alloys
Over the past 60 years , Hart has established itself as a leading stockholder and master distributor of nickel alloy piping products to the oil & gas and ( petro ) chemical industries . With vast experience in supplying nickel alloy piping packages for projects and day-to-day requirements , Hart offers customer-focused service and timely delivery of high-quality products . Stainless Steel World met with Lizette Hartholt in the company ’ s headquarters in the Netherlands to learn how , despite some exciting changes , Hart ’ s focus on quality and service in their niche industry has remained unchanged .
By Joanne McIntyre , Stainless Steel World
Stepping into the Hart headquarters in the town of Nijkerk , there is a buzz of activity . The team seems even more energised than usual , and the reason soon becomes apparent once I sit down with Lizette . “ We want to inform the market that Hart BV changed hands on the 1st of March 2023 and remains under private ownership . As a company , we will continue to operate independently , just as we have for the past 60 years . As this new chapter starts , the new ownership will enable Hart to continue strengthening its position in the nickel alloy piping market .” Having taken over the reins as General Manager , Lizette is leading the company into this new chapter with a strong sense of continuity by retaining the focus on customer service and quality for which the company has long been known . “ In some ways , it ’ s the end of an era ,” continues Lizette . “ Henry Hart successfully led and expanded the company since 1991 . He built it up from a small niche supplier of low alloys and stainless steel to a major player in the nickel alloy business worldwide . While he is moving on to new projects , in a practical sense , very little has changed . We have the same vision and strategy going forwards . Our new owners want us to improve , be healthy , grow and strengthen our position in the market . 2022 was a
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