Koninklijk

Koninklijk or Koninklijke (, English: Royal ) is an honorary title given to certain companies and non-profit organizations in Belgium and the Netherlands, by the King or Queen in the respective country. It was first introduced by Louis Bonaparte in 1807, the King of the Netherlands at that time, who awarded the title to cultural associations. Companies awarded with a 'Koninklijk' title may choose to use the English title 'Royal' instead.