Brookhuis Taxivervoer has expanded its regional presence by acquiring the family-run Taxi Baan in Rijssen.
The transaction took place on July 6, 2026, following a religious revelation experienced by the former owner during a church service.
Former owner Mark Baan decided to sell the multi-generational company, founded by his grandfather in 1937, to dedicate his life to introducing people to God and the Bible.
The daily management confirmed the sale was driven solely by personal motivation, not financial difficulties.
The acquisition adds 103 employees from Taxi Baan to Brookhuis's workforce, bringing the total to around 700.
Taxi Baan will retain its local office, brand identity, and all current staff.
Employee benefits, including strict Sunday shift exemptions to respect the traditional religious rest day in Rijssen, will be preserved.
"Sometimes these things come your way, and we are very happy with it," said Loes Visscher, Commercial Director at Brookhuis.
"We have the ambition to be strongly anchored regionally in Twente. This step fits into that.
It feels like a logical step for us."
General Director Erwin Brookhuis emphasized the importance of maintaining Taxi Baan's character.
"From the first conversation, one thing was central: the character of Taxi Baan must be preserved," he said.
"Taxi Baan has built an excellent reputation over nearly ninety years thanks to the commitment of its employees and the quality of its services.
That is something we have great respect for. Our ambition is not to change what is good, but to build on it."
Mark Baan expressed confidence in the transition. "A family business is not just handed over," he said.
"For me, it was important that the future of our employees and customers is well secured.
In Brookhuis, I found an organization that upholds the same values: personal, committed, and with genuine attention for people.
That gives me confidence that Taxi Baan will remain recognizable for our customers and employees in the future."
The acquisition aligns with a planned expansion starting August 1, 2026.
Taxi Baan will add 30 new employees and sustainable vehicles to service a new regional contract for student and social transit in Hof van Twente.
The municipality confirmed no disruptions to local transit services, and existing distance rates along with the standard 1.21-euro entry fee will remain unchanged.
