Jongia History
From the moment Jongia was founded in 1937 we have been evolving structurally over the years. Learn more about our company’s history with the summary of most important moments highlighted in a timeline.
2017
Opening 'The new Jongia'

2016
Expansion start, double production capacity, renovation of the building & offices
2014
Logo evolution

2012
Jongia 75 years anniversary

2010
Introduction in sustainable energy market

2004
OEM Business started with GEA

1998
OEM business started with HEINEKEN

1992
Jongia acquired by Stibbe Management

1985
Jongia expands in Chemical applications

1979
Acquisition of Complete range of mixers (Stork-Velsen) for Chemical industry

1972
Further expansion and relocation to James Wattstraat in Leeuwarden

1961
Marketing in the 60's with road show

1960
Jongia specializes in Dairy applications

1958
Expansion and relocation to Harlingertrekweg in Leeuwarden

1953
Development of unique direct driven agitator design

1942
Mechanisation and automation of equipment for cheese production

1939
Start production of flexible axle machines, generators, motors

1937
Founding of family owned Frisian company Jongia

The company name Jongia is derived from the last name of its founders (De) Jonge, meaning young in Dutch. The i for “ingenieursbureau” (engineering firm) and the a for “apparatenbouw” (equipment manufacturers) were added to Jong.