People who know the job

About TOS

WE are tos

A family business. Honest and loyal. The maritime world is our world. It’s where we belong. For more than 30 years. That’s why we know better than anyone who and what it takes to get the job done. Because people who know their business, that’s us. And that is what we offer. Doers who think and thinkers who do. Skilled and motivated. We offer the best solutions for every project. From global crewing services to port logistics personnel and onshore specialists. In addition, ship delivery is a specialty of the house, where we arrange everything when it concerns transferring ships.

On the right side, the Board of Directors is shown. From left to right: Ivan Wagenaar, Kees Wagenaar and Tanguy Wagenaar.

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History & milestones

2025

New office: TOS Australia
Strengthening our offshore presence in a key market.

2024

TOS is expanding

TOS People expands port & logistics activities with the acquisition of Hard(t)@Work.

2022

New branch office in Croatia

Opening of a new branch office in Rijeka, Croatia.

2022

New branch office in The Netherlands

(Re)opening of our Flushing office after being away for a few years.

2022

TOS is taking over

With the acquisition of C-Port B.V.,  TOS takes a significant step toward realising their ambitions of securing a prominent position for TOS in the port and logistics sector.

2021

Active in a new sector

Expanding our reach and exploring new opportunities alongside our established focus on maritime jobs and are now also active in the Port & Logistics sector.

2020

Tanguy joins the TOS team

Tanguy Wagenaar, the youngest son of founder Kees, follows in his brother’s and father’s footsteps by joining the family company.

2017

Launching a new program

Launching Work2Learn, a program dedicated to matching vocational students with learning companies.

2012

Ivan starts at TOS

Ivan Wagenaar, the eldest son of founder Kees, proudly joins the company to contribute to the family business.

2009

New branch office in Ukraine

Opening of our branch office in Odessa, Ukraine.

2008

New branch office in Jakarta

Our Jakarta office is now officially open, marking our first location outside of Europe.

2007

New branch office in Poland

We’ve opened a new branch office in Gdynia, Poland, with a focus on offshore operations.

2005

First branch office abroad

The first TOS branch office is now a reality in Decin (Czech Republic), specialising in inland shipping.

2000

Change in leadership

Kees Wagenaar and his business partner part ways, leaving TOS under the leadership of Kees Wagenaar, who is now fully focused on providing personnel for the maritime sector.

1992

TOS is born

TOS is founded by Kees Wagenaar and Joop Keesmaat at Westerkadehuys, becoming one of the first companies to offer maritime crew services.

Mission

Delivering transparent, professional, and comprehensive solutions that reduce risks and provide clear value to our clients, while consistently meeting mutual expectations. As a self-reliant, human-centered organisation, we are dedicated to exploring new possibilities and driving sustainability, ensuring that every project benefits from our commitment to innovation and excellence.

Vision

Social responsibility, both internally and externally, is the foundation of TOS. With our strong global presence, we are committed to making a positive difference in the niche markets we serve. We aim to create a future where every project at sea, in port, or on land is managed with excellence, safety, sustainability, and integrity.

Our history

TOS was established in 1992 by Kees Wagenaar, an experienced ship captain, and his business partner. They identified a unique opportunity in the maritime sector for flexible personnel solutions, which led to the founding of the company on the docks of Rotterdam.

Driven by a deep-seated commitment to freedom and autonomy, these values have remained central to TOS’s operations over the years. As the company has grown, Kees Wagenaar’s two sons, Ivan and Tanguy Wagenaar, have joined the business, each bringing their own unique contributions. Today, TOS is a key player in this dynamic industry, maintaining the core principles of independence and adaptability that have been its foundation since the beginning.

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WHY TOS?

Why choose US?

With years of experience in this niche sector, we bring deep industry insight and proven reliability. Let our expertise work for you.

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Global reach

You can find TOS all around the globe

Our international reach ensures that we can serve maritime needs in every corner of the globe, supported by our offices in Europe and Indonesia,  experienced teams and extensive network.

Australia
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Indonesia
Poland
The Netherlands
Ukraine

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  • Collaborative and innovative culture
  • Continuous learning and development
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