Batavian Trading Company
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| Type | Multinational trading company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Various |
| Founded | 1672 AN |
| Headquarters | 's Koningenwaarde, Batavia |
| Key people | Pieter-Jan Terlinck |
| Products | Various |
The Batavian Trading Company (Batavian: Bataafsche Handelsmaatschappij) is a Batavian trading company with its head office in ’s Koningenwaarde. The current CEO is Pieter-Jan Terlinck.
The company's motto is Plus Ultra (Always further).
History
The current company sees itself as a continuation of the historic Batavian Company (Batavian: Bataafsche Compagnie). This company played an important role in trade between the various colonies of the Batavian Empire. With the fall of this empire, this company also collapsed.
The founding of the Batavian Confederation was the reason to bring the company back to life.
Activities
In addition to a fleet of ships, the company also owns cargo aircrafts. In addition, the company also owns a few factories of products in line with the company's trade.
Trade items
The trading network is supported by trading posts and local offices. Overview of trading items:
| Flag | Country | Locations | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
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Arcadia | Cruoninga, Haltna, Koningsrots, Pentyre, and Vinneta | Trade in chemicals, chromium, iron, spices, wine and silk |
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Batavia | 's Koningenwaarde, Avalon, Glastonburg, Hofstadt, Kingsrise and Point Vincent | Trade in beer, industrial products, ivory and tin. |
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Beneluccas | Schaarlecht | Trade in coffee, rum, salt and tobacco |
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Helderbourgh | Leichenhafen and Steermouth | Trade in gold and tropical fruit |
Coin system
To regulate exchange rates, the company makes its own currency, this currency is called the Golden Kruys. The coin is minted in the mint in Hofstadt, especially with gold from Helderbourgh.
Private militia
The company has its own militia to protect ships, grounds and buildings.
