Catom Annual Report 2023 EN

smaller (family) firms – both oil traders and owners of smaller petrol stations – want to sell their business. Particularly in the latter segment Catom has seen increasing movements and opportuni ties over the past few years. Thanks to its size and the professional way in which acquisi tions are implemented and, where possible, integrated rapidly, with respect for all stake holders of the acquired companies, Catom has proved to be a reliable negotiating party and an attractive party for companies contemplating such a move. Expansion will predominantly remain focused on the Dutch market, which offers plenty of opportunities. Catom has shown that it is capable of mana ging explosive growth. In order to manage further expansion, Catom is investing in its management and its HR and IT systems. Catom’s organisation is compact and goal

oriented with a marked focus on cost management. Staff are encouraged by giving them a high degree of responsibility and opportunities to foster their personal development and growth. Catom has a sustainability policy that focuses on people and energy. This results in an active policy to strive for the highest possible sustainable employability for its employees. Furthermore, the company is innovative in a wide range of biofuels. The core values of Catom and its staff are dedication, ambition, flexibility, innovation and ownership. The organisation is keen to learn and willing to get better year in, year out, both in terms of results and in perfor mance towards the customer. The safety of people and their environment is a first priority for Catom in all of its activities.

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