Driven by vision. Grounded in trust. Committed to responsibility
Who we are
The Sunhorse Group is more than just a collection of trading entities. We are a dynamically growing organization with strong roots in international export finance – driven by the firm belief that economic success should always contribute to society.
We think entrepreneurially, act in partnership, and operate globally – with lean structures, strong partners, and a clear goal: to connect markets, enable projects, and lay the foundation for a better future through what we do today.
Mission & Values Why we think differently
The idea for the Sunhorse Group wasn’t born in a boardroom – it began on a dusty road in Brazil.
While driving past endless monocultures where where rainforest still stood just years ago, Yuri Vetkamp realized: if we keep moving forward like this, we are quietly destroying the very foundations of our future.
This moment changed his view on business fundamentally. Not growth at any cost, but responsibility that grows with success – that became the new standard. With over 20 years of experience in export financing, Yuri Vetkamp founded the Sunhorse Group in 2019 – built on economic strength, international connectivity, and a clear set of values.
Our Goal
To build the economic strength and expertise needed to act as an investor and project partner in forward-looking agricultural initiatives such as vertical farms – aiming to make food production more local, sustainable and independent.
History
The holding company Pferde der Sonne B.V. was founded, laying the foundation for the Sunhorse Group’s long-term vision.
With the establishment of Sunhorse Trading GmbH, the foundation was laid for the Group’s operational trading activities.
The Sunhorse Group’s first successfully completed trade marked the start of its operational journey – turning vision into action.
Sunhorse Trading B.V. became another core entity in the Group’s trading division – expanding our international presence in the Netherlands.
The founding of Sunhorse Export Service B.V. strategically expanded the Group’s structure as a dedicated operational unit.
A major milestone: For the first time, our Group surpassed the €10 million revenue mark – closing the same year with an annual turnover of over €75 million.
The establishment of Sunhorse Trading Austria GmbH marked Sunhorse’s next step in international growth, with a targeted expansion of its long-term financing capabilities.
Our Locations. Our Strength! Today: Strong in Trade. Tomorrow: Power for Change.
We operate within a matrix organization that enables cross-location collaboration – lean, efficient, and on equal footing. Our strength lies in interdisciplinary thinking and execution: combining trade, financing, logistics, sourcing, and innovation under one roof.
The Sunhorse Group currently includes four operational entities:
Local presence through commission agents: United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, India, Indonesia
Covered by commission agents
Individual strengths. Shared values. The people behind the group
It’s not just our achievements that define us – it’s the people behind them. A dedicated team, united by experience, foresight, and a shared drive to explore new paths.
Yuri Paco José Vetkamp
Founder & CEO with over 20 years of experience in export finance
Nils Vetkamp
Co-owner & Co-developer of the group
Christian Burkhardt
Vice President – Specialist in long-term financing and international project structuring
David Wei-Kang Chen
Financial Solutions Advisor of the Sunhorse Group
Peter van Poortvliet
Relationship Manager and logistics expert based in Rotterdam
Stephan Otto
Trade & Finance Officer and Expert for digital optimization
Dorthe Vetkamp
Administrative Officer, responsible for accounting and organization
Values we live by Our motivation
We believe that trust, quality, and true entrepreneurship are the foundation of sustainable success.
We rely on personal responsibility, partnership, and continuous development. Our goal is to create impact – economically, socially, and environmentally.
Those who work with us are not just managed – they are supported. Not just processed – but understood.
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