As a Dutch company, Essent Trading is inspired by the exploits of our forebears. Their notable achievements include being the first European country to trade with Japan, the first to trade in coffee, the first to issue corporate stocks and the first to source pepper.

Today, much as our Dutch ancestors did over 400 years ago, Essent Trading identifies and harnesses global opportunities with drive, passion and commitment.

We build on this merchant heritage and tradition of innovation. And in an era when energy is an ever more valuable commodity, we are well aware that our work has global ramifications.

Our history

Essent Trading was established in 1999, to manage the complex portfolio of assets and long-term contracts from its then parent company, Essent NV. Since then Essent Trading has built state-of-the art systems and recruited a diverse team of energy professionals, ensuring that our business has flourished despite periods of volatile energy prices, and deregulation of energy markets in The Netherlands and across Europe.

The merchant strategy of Essent Trading is an integral part of our overall ambition. Our business has grown rapidly in several dimensions; building on a base of trading primarily in support of Essent's energy assets to embrace portfolio optimization, third-party portfolio services, and customised energy products. These activities are the engine of our future growth, and are rapidly establishing Essent Trading as a respected and substantial pan-European energy trader.