Amsterdam, 1 July 2025 – Brunel International N.V. (Brunel; BRNL), a global specialist delivering customised project and workforce solutions to drive sustainable industry transformations through technology and talent, today marks its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of innovation, growth, and commitment to its specialists, clients and investors worldwide. To honour this milestone, our founder, Mr. Jan Brand sounded the gong today at Euronext Amsterdam.
Since its founding in 1975 by Jan Brand, Brunel has evolved from a local Dutch start-up into a trusted global partner, now active in over 45 countries with a network of over 12,000 specialists across diverse sectors from renewables, conventional energy and mining to life sciences, future mobility and industrials & technology and many other sectors. This milestone reflects Brunel's enduring dedication to connecting exceptional talent with pioneering projects, driving progress and delivering sustainable value.
Peter de Laat, CEO: "Fifty years is an incredible milestone but this isn’t just about Brunel. We celebrate this anniversary together with our clients, specialists, investors and all other stakeholders, whose belief in our vision and support for our business has made it possible. We are very proud of our legacy and inspired by what lies ahead as we continue to innovate, adapt, and build on our expertise in connecting expertise with opportunity across the globe."
Pioneering a lasting impact
For 50 years, Brunel has been at the forefront of delivering specialised expertise, project management, and talent acquisition services. By staying ahead of market shifts, embracing new technology, and building trusted partnerships, we've helped clients solve the most complex challenges, drive results, and grow with confidence - while enabling thousands of professionals to build meaningful careers.
Looking ahead: The next 50 years:
As Brunel steps into its next chapter, its focus will be on growth, investing in digital and AI-driven capabilities, and continuing to deliver value through sustainable practices and global collaboration – becoming a force for positive change in the industries it serves. Brunel’s vision is to remain the partner of choice for businesses tackling complex challenges - and for professionals ready to make their mark on the world’s most important projects.
For more information about the history of Brunel: https://www.brunel.net/en/history
Jan Brand, founder of Brunel, sounded the gong at Euronext to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Brunel