2018
IFS certification
For procurement and distribution of raw materials, ingredients and additives for the food and food supplements industry Beckmann-Kenko GmbH was certified as per IFS Broker Version 2.
2015
50-years company anniversary of Kenko Corporation and
10-years anniversary of Beckmann-Kenko GmbH
Beckmann-Kenko GmbH and Kenko Corporation celebrated their 10th respectively 50th year anniversary. Looking back on many years of prosperous business, both companies are confident that they will also handle successfully new challenges in the future.
2015
ISO 9001:2008 certification by SGS
SGS-International certified the quality management system of Beckmann-Kenko as per ISO 9001:2008.
SGS approved Beckmann-Kenko's high degree of service quality and accredited the compliance with international acknowledged standards of quality management.
2011
Authorisation as Importer of active pharmaceutical ingredients
The appropriate authorities in Lower Saxony (Trade Supervisory Office Hannover) granted Beckmann-Kenko GmbH an Importer's Authorisation of medicinal products (APIs) as per GMP guidelines.
2011
Launch of online shop NovaSweet Natural Sweeteners
A new business division has been set up by online marketing and distribution of natural sweeteners and sugar substitutes to consumers. On NovaSweet.de customers can buy sugar-free products, sweetened only with 100% natural sugar substitutes such as erythritol, xylitol or stevia.
2007
Takeover of business operations from Beckmann Chemikalien by Beckmann-Kenko
The business model of the company was adjusted and Beckmann-Kenko GmbH took over the operative business from Beckmann Chemikalien KG.
2007
Closing of New Jersey office
Due to falling sales as a result of staff shortage, the office in New Jersey had to be closed after eight years.
2005
Foundation of Joint Venture between Beckmann Chemikalien KG and Kenko Corporation
To strengthen the business relationship between Beckmann chemicals and Kenko Corporation, the joint venture company Beckmann Kenko GmbH was founded. The aim of this new operation was to expand trade with Japanese and German products.
2004
Opening of Representative Office in Shanghai China
In consequence of increasing imports from China as well as associated risks and new opportunities, Beckmann-Kenko established a Representative Office in Shanghai. By the support of Chinese colleagues, the company has been able to get in contact with new suppliers and has strengthened existing business relationships.
1999
Foundation of Beckmann Chemicals in New Jersey USA
Beckmann Chemikalien established a sales office in New Jersey to expand their sales opportunities in the US.
1998
Expansion und relocation lager office building
Beckmann Chemikalien KG was successfully established on the market as a trading company of chemical ingredients. Due to the growth of the company, it was necessary to move to a new, larger office building. Its modern equipped rooms provide optimal conditions for innovations and further growth of the company.
1981
Relocation of Beckmann Chemikalien KG to Bassum
Beckmann Chemikalien KG moved to their current office address in Bassum.
1977
Foundation of Beckmann Chemikalien KG in Bremen
Foundation of Beckmann Chemikalien KG by Mr Wilhelm J. Beckmann
1965
Foundation of Kenko Corporation in Tokyo
Foundation of Kenko Corporation by Mr Satomi Tsuchibe