The Dx Adventure Radio Club (DA-RC) is proud to announce that 19DA256 Twan officially connects with our club in late January 2026, bringing with him a rare combo of world-class DX-pertise, decades of QSLM experience, and a character marked by professionalism, generosity, and a passion for supporting fellow OMs.
A familiar name to 27 MHz operators worldwide, Twan is widely regarded as freeband DX royalty, having built an outstanding reputation across decades on the air.
A former member of the Alfa Tango, Delta Xray, and Sugar Delta clubs respectively, our newest 19-Div member brings with him more than 40 years of experience in the hobby, along with the professionalism and operating standards that have earned him global respect.
The Netherlands is renowned worldwide for its picturesque landscapes, iconic canals, and historic MOTA opportunities, as well as its vibrant tulip fields that bloom each spring…
19DA256 Twan’s country has a rich artistic and cultural heritage, producing legendary painters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh, and is home to world-class museums.
It’s also celebrated for its cheese, stroopwafels, and cycling culture, with an extensive network of bike paths connecting cities and countryside alike.
Based in Limburg, the southernmost province of The Netherlands, 19DA256 Twan operates from a DXCC strategically positioned in north-western Europe…
19 Division is bordered by Germany (13 Division) to the east, Belgium (16) to the south, and the North Sea to the west and north, making it an excellent geographic location for DX across EU and beyond.
Like most DA-RC Members, this world class DX Huntsman is also a licensed, long time amateur radio operator, and his passion for radio comms – particularly the eleven meter band – remains as strong as ever…
Operators regularly encounter him monitoring and operating on the International call frequency, 27.555 MHz USB, where his presence is both familiar and welcome across the global DX community.
Limburg itself is well known as one of the Netherlands’ most scenic and culturally rich regions….
Unlike much of the country’s famously flat terrain, the province features rolling hills, river valleys, and picturesque villages.
Popular attractions include the historic city of Maastricht, famous for its medieval architecture, vibrant café culture, and riverside atmosphere along the Meuse.
The region is also renowned for its cycling and walking routes, castle estates, underground cave systems, and cross-border tourism, with Belgium (16) and Germany (13) only minutes away.
Limburg’s relaxed pace and strong culinary traditions make it a fave holiday destination within the Netherlands.
19DA256 Twan’s station setup reflects his commitment to quality operation…
It features a Yaesu FTDX3000 transceiver, supported by ACOM amplifiers, and antenna systems including a Vortex Delta-Loop and Hex Beam, complemented by Heil Studio audio equipment for exceptional on-air quality.
Beyond the home shack, this Dutch operator is equally prepared for DX from the road, operating mobile with an FT-710 transceiver and Atlas 120 mobile antenna, ensuring he is never far from the action.
Impressively, 19DA256 Twan satisfies DA-RC membership criteria in both Leadership and DX Chasers categories…
On the leadership side, he is especially well known for his fast and reliable QSL management services, supporting numerous operators in rare and highly sought-after locations.
His work has helped ease the pressure of QSL demands for many DX stations, and he looks forward to fulfilling a similar role within DA-RC operations.
On the DX front, his record speaks for itself.
Twan is an elite, world-class DX hunter, with over 305 DXCC entities confirmed and more than 1,800 islands worked, placing him among the most accomplished operators active on the bands today.
Away from radio, 19DA256 Twan is a successful restaurateur, business owner and much more…
He’s a devoted husband and father, and enjoys spending his downtime feeder fishing in local waterways, particularly along the Meuse River, home to species such as barbel, chub, and common nase.
He’s also a proud owner of pet cocker spaniel dogs, and those who know him will quickly tell you that he absolutely loves his dogs, which provide a perfect balance to his busy professional and radio life.
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