Our Buzzing Employees: Honey Bees at OPTONAVAL

When you visit OPTONAVAL, you will discover more than advanced maritime technology and helicopter landing systems. Our premises in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg are also home to some rather special residents: our very own honey bees. For the past three years, we have been hosting several bee colonies on our premises, professionally cared for by a local beekeeping partner. The hives remain on site throughout the year, providing a permanent home for thousands of industrious little neighbours. What started as a small initiative has become a tradition that we are happy to continue. Perhaps one of our jars has already found its way onto your breakfast table. If so, you now know a little more about where it comes from and the thousands of tiny contributors behind it. And if you haven't received a jar yet, perhaps there will be an opportunity on your next visit.…