DEJONG breaks ground on facility in North Prešov - DEJONG

DEJONG Slovakia has begun construction on a new facility in North Prešov’s CTPark
DEJONG, a leading manufacturer and supplier of stainless-steel hot water tanks, will create new jobs and strengthen the local supply chain.
The new manufacturing facility will support the company’s efforts to meet the increasing need for hot water storage tanks throughout Europe.
DEJONG’s production in Prešov will have eventual capacity of 1 million tanks per year.

Prešov, Slovakia – Oct. 3, 2024 – DEJONG, operating as a stand-alone business unit within Rheem Global Water, has completed a comprehensive site selection process and chosen CTPark Prešov North as its new location. Construction has begun on the site, which in total comprises 43.5 hectares of land and a GLA of 200,000 sqm.

Plant Manager of DEJONG Slovakia Lee Fletcher points out that DEJONG facility groundbreaking in North Prešov is a significant milestone on the journey to bring industrial innovations with a clear respect for Slovakian values and traditions. The company plans to create hundreds of jobs upon the completion of the new production plant, while the first hiring has begun and will continue in following months.

“DEJONG selected Eastern Slovakia because of its skilled and multi-lingual workforce, experienced builders, the presence of a well-developed rail and road infrastructure and strong support from the local government. We have invested heavily in this area and will continue to do so as we build our operations,” said Fletcher.

“We are proud to support DEJONG in the development of their new facility in Prešov. This investment is key to Rheem’s growth strategy in Europe and together we will continue to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for heating systems to our customers,” said Arno La Haye, Managing Director, Rheem Europe.

DEJONG has rented 33,068 sqm for the facility for a long-term lease from CTP group. DEJONG’s new manufacturing site at CTPark Prešov North, featuring 29,805 sqm of factory space and 3,263 sqm of office space, will serve as a strategically located hub to meet the growing demand for hot water tanks across Europe.

“CTP has long recognised eastern Slovakia’s potential for growth and is well prepared to respond to the rapidly growing demand for industrial real estate. We are very pleased to welcome DEJONG to our CTPark Prešov North site, a likeminded organisation sharing our ambition for long-term and sustainable growth in this dynamic area of the CEE. DEJONG’s presence at CTPark Prešov North will contribute significantly to the economic growth of the region,” said Peter Ceresnik, COO CTP Group.

In recent months, DEJONG Slovakia has made significant steps to lay the foundation for its flagship facility. Prior to the groundbreaking, the design phase was completed and the plant management team has successfully been brought on board.

“We introduced our management team for key positions responsible for overseeing construction and future operations of DEJONG Slovakia. We remain on track to launch our facility by H1 2026. Recruitment for additional key roles is underway and we will strengthen our team in the coming months,” continued Fletcher. “The local communities have been welcoming and we are working closely with them to ensure a smooth integration and mutual support.”

DEJONG ‘s multi-phased expansion expects the first products to roll out in 2026. Since Rheem’s acquisition of DEJONG in 2022, the company has doubled production capacity and invested in long-term growth. A presence in Slovakia allows DEJONG to further extend its leadership in the European market.

Founded in 1859 and based in Gorredijk, the Netherlands, DEJONG works closely with customers to codevelop hot water tanks for multiple applications, including heat pumps, boiler configurations and solar systems. DEJONG has its headquarters in The Netherlands where it also operates its Dutch production location and its European Technology Center. Both are committed to sustainable products and optimizing manufacturing processes. The company leads through innovation with products that reduce dependance on carbon fuel sources.

For more details on DEJONG Slovakia or to learn more about becoming a team member visit dejongslovakia.com.