20 Aug Effe Soep Nominated for the 2026 BOP Awards
Effe Soep has been nominated for the 2026 BOP Awards in the Business & Facility Products category. This is a wonderful recognition of our soups, our approach to work, and the team that makes it all happen every day.
A nomination to be proud of
We are proud to announce that Effe Soep has been nominated for the Benelux Office Products Awards 2026. In the Business & Facility Products category, we are among some outstanding and innovative entries from the industry.
For us, this nomination is more than just a cause for celebration. It confirms that a good soup moment can make a difference even in the professional market. Effe Soep is a local producer of instant soups and broths for the out-of-home market, including vending, the hospitality industry, and corporate catering in the Benelux. A tasty, hearty snack, a little moment of happiness just for yourself, a quick warm treat, a moment to enjoy: that’s what we stand for.
What are the BOP Awards?
The Benelux Office Products Awards, known simply as the BOP Awards, have been shining a spotlight on innovative companies, products, and initiatives in the business market for more than twenty years. The awards evaluate factors such as innovation, market impact, and distinctiveness in the areas of business supplies, facility products, office furnishings, and workplace solutions.
The 2026 edition will be the 21st edition. A panel of experts selected the winners from among the submissions 31 nominees, divided into eight categories. Effe Soep is one of three nominees in the Business & Facility Products category. The winners will be announced on October 1, 2026, during the awards ceremony at Landgoed de Westerbouwing in Oosterbeek.
Why This Nomination Is Important to Effe Soep
Our soups may not be well-known everywhere yet, but they do have a clear place in the market. We want to offer businesses, caterers, foodservice partners, and vending operators a soup that tastes great and meets their practical needs.
In this regard, a few deliberate choices make all the difference:
- Pure flavors: Our soups contain no added potassium chloride and focus on the pure flavors of the ingredients.
- Local production: We manufacture from the heart of the Benelux, close to our customers and our market.
- Social impact: People who face barriers to the labor market contribute to the production of each of our soup boxes through a sheltered workshop.
- Personal follow-up: There’s no anonymous help desk behind Effe Soep. Our account managers will contact you personally and actively follow up on your questions.
That overall picture is now being recognized by a panel of experts. That is exactly why this nomination feels like such an important acknowledgment: not only of the product in the cup, but also of the choices and the people behind it.
Growing by Staying Close
Effe Soep is still growing rapidly. For us, growth doesn’t just mean that more people are getting to know our name. It also means further strengthening our position in the out-of-home market, introducing more organizations to our soups, and at the same time staying true to the way we like to work: locally, with a sense of community, and personally.
That personal approach isn’t just a slogan. When a customer reports a problem, we spring into action. We listen, find a practical solution, and follow up ourselves. We deliberately don’t mention any customer names here, but the experience is always the same: customers don’t want to be shuffled from one department to another. They want to speak with someone who understands their situation and takes responsibility.
In our opinion, that’s just as important as the product itself. A delicious soup opens the door; reliable service ensures that a partnership continues to thrive.
Why don’t you try our free sample pack?
A recognition for the entire team
Behind every soup experience is a team. From production and logistics to sales and personalized customer service: everyone contributes to the quality and reliability we strive to provide. Our partnership with the sheltered workshop is also an essential part of that story.
This nomination shows that all of our daily efforts, when combined, result in something special. It gives our team a reason to be proud and the energy to keep building—toward a stronger market position, new partnerships, and, above all, greater recognition for a product we wholeheartedly believe in.
So what now? Fingers crossed until October 1
We are grateful to KBM, the organization, and the expert jury for this nomination. On October 1, we’ll find out if Effe Soep will take home the 2026 BOP Award in the Business & Facility Products category.
Until then—and, of course, beyond—we’ll continue to do what we do best: create pure flavors, produce locally, provide personalized service, and bring a warm, comforting moment to businesses across the Benelux.
The nomination has definitely whetted my appetite for more. Now for the award. Will you keep your fingers crossed for me?