Las Palmas

René de Leeuw is the Commercial Director at Las Palmas, an international importer/exporter of tropical plants and trees. The company’s offices are situated next to the Aalsmeer Flower Auction. Las Palmas has experienced intense growth since its establishment in 1991. The company’s core business is the import of cuttings of tropical plants and trees, which it then sells to growers across Europe. In addition, the company specialises in cultivating and purchasing tropical plants and trees for market. The company owns two nurseries in Costa Rica.

International network

"We primarily call upon Grant Thornton’s legal and fiscal consultancy services. At the moment, we are working out a number of joint ventures for our branch in Costa Rica. Legal advice is a key part of this process. The fact that Grant Thornton disposes of an international network with an office in Costa Rica is absolutely essential to us."

"In addition to this, Grant Thornton assists us in word and deed in national matters. We regularly turn to the legal experts of Grant Thornton for legal advice in the field of industrial law as well as in the area of internal reorganisation and numerous contracts."

 Almost daily communication

"We have an enjoyable relationship with our Grant Thornton account managers. They are direct and always live up to their agreements. We communicate almost daily."
 

"The name Grant Thornton always makes me think of an international, expert and reliable organisation. Their work with us is pleasant and effective. I would certainly recommend Grant Thornton to other companies."