Our mission
VANN is not a product. It is a conscious choice. For yourself, for the people around you and for the world we live in.
Our mission is to connect. With what we drink, with nature, and with the moments that matter.
No disposable, just reuse. No noise, just quality. Our products are designed to last for years — for less waste and more value.
What started small with one bottle has grown into a movement of thousands of people who choose better. For products with meaning, and a lifestyle that is in balance with the world around us.
– Thijs, Founder VANN Bottles
The logo
VANN is the Norwegian word for water. Our fuel, our daily necessity, and the source of our inspiration. VANN more than a word. It is a feeling. A lifestyle. A message that we make visible in our logo.
Our logo consists of two elements that summarize our core values.
The “V” and the “A” are brought together as one. A symbol of connection — between you, me, and everyone who believes in living more consciously.
The “NN” is shaped like a wave. Not just a wave of water, but a wave of change. A rhythm of positive choices, of conscious steps towards a healthier, more sustainable world.
Step by step this wave grows. With you.
The idea of VANN
The origin of VANN
In 2020, Thijs founded VANN, inspired by a trip to Costa Rica. On a beach full of plastic bottles, he saw an impressive initiative: a whale, built by locals from collected waste — as a symbol of awareness.
That image never left him and formed the basis for VANN: a brand that fights against disposable plastic and enables conscious choices.
Lasting Gratitude
The people behind that artwork remain a source of inspiration. Their dedication and creativity gave the starting signal for our mission: less waste, more meaning.
Sending parcels from the garage
An adventure full of perseverance and growth
After his trip through Costa Rica, Thijs was bursting with fresh ideas and decided to get started right away. The concept was clear, and with a good dose of motivation he started the journey that would eventually become VANN.
Challenges and valuable lessons
As with every company, VANN also had its challenges. For years, Thijs himself carefully packed and sent all the packages. This period was not always easy, but formed the basis of what VANN is today. It was a wonderful and educational time that laid the foundation for our mission and vision.
From sending packages yourself to
More sustainable, more efficient and faster
A sustainable and efficient collaboration
Today, VANN works with reliable logistics partners who take care of the shipping process in a sustainable, efficient and fast way. This collaboration allows us to serve our customers even better, while staying true to our mission to minimize the impact on the environment.
Reliable production
VANN has worked with the same factory since the start and knows the production process in detail. This close collaboration ensures consistent quality and reliable products that you can rely on.
The problems of single-use plastic
1. Single use
Not suitable for reuse! Several studies show that reusing single-use plastic is harmful to your health.
2. Polluted oceans
Did you know that approximately 21 tons of plastic enter our oceans every minute? That’s the equivalent of two full garbage trucks every minute.
3. Microplastics in our body
Plastic breaks down into microparticles that enter our bodies through food, air and water.
4. Waste of raw materials
Fossil fuels are used to produce plastic – for a product that is used for an average of only 4 seconds, before ending up in nature as waste.
The impact of VANN
Save one-time plastic
Each VANN bottle prevents hundreds of plastic bottles per year. Sustainable, reusable and good for the planet.
Awareness
VANN stands for conscious choices. Together we create a movement towards less waste and more impact.
Healthy lifestyle
Being more aware of the products you use leads to more conscious choices: drinking enough, eating well and taking better care of yourself becomes second nature.
Saved so far:
Together for less disposable plastic!
VANN is a partner of the Plastic Soup Foundation, together we share our mission. VANN donates a part of the turnover every year. When you buy, you contribute to a good cause!