Gorredijk, the Netherlands – November 29, 2023 – DEJONG, operating as a stand-alone business unit within Rheem Global Water, has completed a comprehensive site selection process and chosen Prešov based on the availability of a multi-lingual workforce, experienced builders and the presence of a well-developed rail and road infrastructure.

  • DEJONG is a leading manufacturer and supplier of stainless-steel hot water tanks.
  • The company has announced plans to build a new facility in Prešov.
  • The new plant will support the company’s efforts to meet the increasing need for hot water storage tanks throughout Europe.
  • DEJONG production facility will create 500 jobs and strengthen the local supply chain.

“The expansion of DEJONG in Slovakia is part of our ambitious growth strategy in the European market,” said Arno La Haye, Managing Director, Rheem Europe. “The local leaders have been very welcoming. We look forward to deepening our relationship with the community and embarking on a successful future together.” 

DEJONG will begin a multi-phased expansion with plans to break ground in 2024 and roll out the first products in 2025. The company plans to create 500 jobs upon the completion of the new production plant.

“The European heating market is leading the world in the shift toward decarbonization,” said Rich Bendure, President, Rheem Global Water. “Our investment in this expansion will build our network, accelerate growth and support our customers as we strive to accommodate the forecasted demand during this era of energy transition.”

Founded in 1859 and based in Gorredijk, the Netherlands, DEJONG produces hot water tanks for multiple applications, including heat pumps, boiler configurations and solar systems.

“Since Rheem’s acquisition of our company in 2022, we have doubled our production capacity and invested in long-term growth,” said Peter Leenhouts, Managing Director, DEJONG. “With this new facility, we will take a massive step further. We will now be closer to customers and ensure a more sustainable operation as we decrease our carbon footprint and lower transportation costs.”

DEJONG is committed to sustainability and optimizing manufacturing processes and continues to lead through innovation with products that reduce dependance on carbon fuel sources.

About Rheem

Rheem Manufacturing, founded in 1925, is a global leader with a commitment to delivering innovations that save energy and support a more sustainable future. With products available in more than 80 countries, Rheem is the best-selling water heating technology brand in America and the only manufacturer in the world that produces products for heating, cooling, water heating, pool heating, wellness and commercial refrigeration. The company’s portfolio includes a wide range of premium brands including Rheem®, Intergas®, Friedrich®, Raypak®, Ruud®, Eemax®, Richmond®, IBC™, Splendid®, Solahart®, EverHot™ and MHG Group, as well as Russell®, Witt®, ColdZone® and Kramer®, which are part of the Heat Transfer Products Group (HTPG®) division.

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