Discover our company’s history

Since the original founding of WESTFA in 1946, our corporate values have been deeply rooted in family traditions and the pursuit of a greener future. In 2021, this evolution led to a division into WESTFA Energy GmbH and WESTFA Holding GmbH, the latter also overseeing "WESTFA Invest", which manages new business fields in various industries. This structural change highlighted the need for a name change to associate the "WESTFA" brand exclusively with the LPG sector, where it is well known and established.

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For the first time, we embark on a rebranding journey to rename "WESTFA Holding" and "WESTFA Invest", aiming to harmonise tradition with modernity. We proudly present "Adeleon Familienholding GmbH", "Adeleon Invest" or simply "Adeleon", inspired by our founder Adele Brand, symbolising a fresh start ("on"). This new identity subtly nods to our WESTFA heritage while reflecting our commitment to our mission and our current trajectory.

Belcotec, a subsidiary of Adeleon, made headlines in the third quarter of 2023 when it won the prestigious Voka Award and was named "Best Company in Flanders". The award was celebrated by Managing Director Jan Vangeel and his team at the awards ceremony and recognised by the Belgian Minister of the Interior, Annelies Verlinden. This recognition underlines our successful acquisition of Belcotec, a successful decision that continues to fill us with pride.

The acquisitions of KÖHL, Belcotec, Luxelec and Vrebos mark a key milestone in Adeleon's development. By acquiring specialist companies in the energy and real estate sectors, Adeleon has successfully expanded its portfolio and market presence. By leveraging the synergies between these different organisations, Adeleon has effectively strengthened its position as a leading player in the European market by driving innovation and creating value across sectors.

Pro-Gas Nederland B.V. was initially a part of Vos Groep B.V. and supplied propane gas to private customers. The company was later acquired by OK Gas prior to the transfer of its customer base to the Adeleon in 2020.

Adeleon expands its presence in the Dutch and Belgian liquefied gas markets by acquiring the Nefco Group in Waardenburg. The Nefco Group owns the OK Gas brand, which serves both household and industrial customers in the heating gas sector. Additionally, Adeleon becomes a major player in the LPG sector in both markets by acquiring BK Gas, the leading brand. With the inclusion of its own tank terminal in Tiel, Adeleon also ventures into the wholesale business.

Gaz Liberté S.à.r.l. was founded in Strasbourg in 2009 and became a distributor in tank gas in the Alsace region and Greater Paris. In 2019, the company was acquired by Sungas, a subsidiary of Adeleon based in Luxembourg. The company's headquarters were relocated to Saint-Marcel near Paris after the acquisition. With this acquisition, Adeleon enters the French market.