MECC Maastricht appoints Thijs Standbouw as its official stand construction partner

January 9, 2026

Following a carefully conducted tender process, MECC Maastricht has selected Thijs Standbouw as its official stand construction supplier. Shared core values – quality, service and sustainability – form the foundation of this partnership. Together, the partners aim to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and efficient stand construction solutions that optimally support clients.

Manuel van Velthuijsen, Director/Owner of Thijs Standbouw: “We look forward to delivering innovative and sustainable stand construction solutions. Our mission is clear: ‘make the standard special, with passion’. By combining our expertise with MECC Maastricht’s ‘Beyond Boundaries’ vision, we create a total concept that fully unburdens clients and delivers an unforgettable experience.”

Erik Janssen, Manager Event Services at MECC Maastricht: “With Thijs Standbouw, we are taking the next step in the professionalization of our services. Together, we are building a smarter, more sustainable, and more user-friendly stand construction process that truly takes the pressure off exhibitors.”

Photo from left to right:
Beau Schwillens – Officer Exhibitor Services MECC Maastricht, Elis van Benschop – Commercial Manager Thijs Standbouw, Manuel van Velthuijsen – Director/Owner Thijs Standbouw, Sven Wiertz – Operations Director MECC Maastricht, Erik Janssen – Manager Event Services MECC Maastricht.

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