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Assema family sells marina in Penningsveer with nostalgia: 'Van Assema is a household name in our area'

Assema family sells marina in Penningsveer with nostalgia: 'Van Assema is a household name in our area'

After nearly 85 years of operation, the Van Assema family has decided to sell their well-known marina in Penningsveer. The owners describe the decision as a significant and emotional step for the family.

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