De Haan is now AL-KO VT
Mudguards and accessories for trailers and commercial vehicles
Proven quality within the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group ("AL-KO VT")
De Haan has a company history spanning more than 100 years and now develops high-quality mudguards, toolboxes and accessories for trailers and commercial vehicles. The company is known for durable solutions made of steel, aluminium and plastic and is a reliable partner for vehicle manufacturers, dealers and the aftermarket. As part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group, products, advice and service are now brought together under the AL-KO brand. Customers continue to benefit from the same proven quality and technical know-how.
De Haan at a glance
- Founded in 1924 in Soesterberg in the Netherlands
- Specialist in mudguards, toolboxes and accessories for trailers and commercial vehicles
- Products made of steel, aluminium and plastic
- Supplier to vehicle manufacturers, dealers and the aftermarket across Europe
- Continuous expansion of the product portfolio and modern manufacturing technologies
- Part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group since 2022
- Operating under the AL-KO VT name since August 2026
What is De Haan?
Decades of experience in trailer and commercial vehicle components
De Haan was founded in 1924 in the Netherlands. The company began as a manufacturer of wooden wheelbarrows and continued to evolve over the decades. As the transport sector changed, the focus shifted initially to commercial vehicle bodies and later to the development and production of mudguards for lorries, trailers and semi-trailers.
In the following decades, De Haan specialised in high-quality components for trailers and commercial vehicles. The range was continuously expanded and today includes mudguards, toolboxes and other accessories made from steel, aluminium and plastic. Modern manufacturing technologies and decades of experience form the basis for durable products used throughout Europe by vehicle manufacturers, dealers and end customers.
Since 2022, De Haan has been part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group. Together, the companies continue to expand their expertise in trailer technology. Customers benefit from an international sales and service network as well as a comprehensive product portfolio for a wide range of vehicle applications.
Is De Haan part of AL-KO?
Expertise in trailer components under one brand
Yes. De Haan has been part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group since 2022.
As part of brand consolidation, De Haan products are now offered under the AL-KO VT brand name. The proven product quality, technical know-how, advice, service and spare parts supply remain available as usual.
Bringing these products together under the AL-KO brand gives customers a central point of access to high-quality components and accessory solutions for trailers, semi-trailers and commercial vehicles.
Where can you get advice, service and spare parts?
Personal support for the right vehicle solution
AL-KO's Europe-wide dealer and service network supports you with selecting suitable products, technical queries and spare parts.
Existing De Haan products continue to receive expert support.
Frequently asked questions about De Haan
De Haan is now part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group. As part of brand consolidation, the brand now operates under the AL-KO VT brand name. Products and services remain available.
Former De Haan products have been integrated into the AL-KO product range.
You can find the relevant products in the trailers section.
Spare parts and compatibility advice for existing De Haan products are available through the AL-KO VT dealer network.
Advice, installation and service are now handled by AL-KO VT. The existing know-how, expertise and support through our dealers remain available as usual.
