MJ PG Commodities

About

MJ PG Commodities was founded by Markus Jansen and Pieter Groenveld, two experienced steel professionals who believed the market needed a return to transparent, relationship-driven trading.

Combining commercial instinct with operational precision, MJ PG Commodities connects producers and buyers across Europe with a focus on steel and aluminium commodities, reliable execution, and long-term partnerships.

Company Facts

Founded

2021

Ownership

Privately owned European trading company.

Headquarters

Düsseldorf, Germany.

Active markets

Germany, Benelux, Central Europe.

Team size

Approximately 25 professionals.

Steel & Aluminium in Focus

Metal processing with controlled temperature

Steel surfaces and industrial architecture

Industrial logistics and warehouse activity

Founders

Markus Jansen (MJ)

Commercial strategist, relationship-driven trader. Known for building trust between mills and buyers who don’t always speak the same language—commercially or culturally. Strong sense for pricing cycles, market timing, and relationship-based trading.

Pieter Groenveld (PG)

Operations & supply-chain specialist. Background in logistics, contracts, specifications, and execution. Focused on delivery, quality, documentation, and operational reliability.

The Story

Before MJ PG Commodities existed, Markus Jansen was already known for connecting mills and buyers through trust and market understanding. Pieter Groenveld approached the same market from the operational side, understanding that execution determines whether a trade succeeds or fails.

Both saw the same issue from different angles: steel trading had become either too opaque or too financialized, losing the craftsmanship that made good traders valuable.

In 2021, they combined forces and founded MJ PG Commodities with a simple principle: trade steel the way it should be traded—transparently, reliably, and with accountability.

They began with carbon steel and aluminium products, focusing on spot and contract trading, sourcing from trusted European and international producers, and supplying service centers, processors, and industrial end-users. Growth came from repeat counterparties, not volume targets.

What They Do

Trade carbon steel and aluminium products with a disciplined, relationship-led approach.
Connect mills, service centers, and industrial end-buyers across Germany, Benelux, and Central Europe.
Manage spot and contract trading with clear specifications, documentation, and delivery oversight.
Source from trusted European and international producers with focus on reliability.

How We Work

Physical steel and aluminium trading only.
Spot and contract trading with clear specifications and contractual terms.
Dedicated operational oversight from contract to delivery.
Focus on repeat counterparties and long-term relationships.

Products & Materials

Carbon steel products: coils, sheets, and standard flat products.
Aluminium products: primary and semi-finished materials.
Industrial-grade specifications aligned to contract requirements.
Sourcing from European and selected international producers.

Compliance & Trade Standards

Trading is conducted under applicable EU regulations, with sanctions and counterparty screening in place. Contracts reference standard Incoterms® and define specifications, delivery terms, and documentation requirements for each shipment.

Operations & Execution Capability

Dedicated logistics and documentation team.
Delivery oversight from mill to destination.
Coordination with logistics providers and warehouses.
Focus on quality control and reliable execution.

Counterparty Profile

Producers and mills.
Service centers and processors.
Industrial end-users.
Long-term counterparties rather than transactional trading.

Founded by two seasoned steel professionals, MJ PG Commodities delivers straightforward, reliable commodity trading built on trust, market insight, and execution discipline.