Philotrain

Philotrain

Founding Year: 1971
Final Year: Present
Countries: Netherlands
Location(s):
Hengelo, Netherlands ()
Founder(s):
Philip de Souza

Description

Last Update: 2024-07-01 09:15:15

Philotrain is well-known for its highly detailed and robust model trains. It's for discerning collectors who are keen to own pieces that are as authentic as possible. The brand intricately crafts model trains in various scales, but it's especially famous for its Dutch railway models  a great niche that Philotrain has managed to master. The brand's products are impressive, with an unyielding commitment to authenticity and accuracy, which reflects in its detailed miniatures that appeal not just to kids but adults as well.

The brand, Philotrain, was started way back in 1972 by Philip de Souza in his home in Haarlem, Netherlands. A truly inspiring journey for a man who turned his passion into a successful business that's still in operation, albeit with some modifications. In 1996, Philip de Souza sold the company due to health reasons to Ren Naber. Naber relocated the company to his home town of Hengelo. In 2008, it was sold once more, with Rob Geldermans taking over the brand and maintaining its high standards in model train crafting. Interesting fact: The name 'Philotrain' is derived from taking the first 'Phil' from 'Philip' and combining it with 'Train'.

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