Private Equity Round in 2022
PlantLab B.V. is a company based in 's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, that specializes in developing and operating custom-built indoor farms globally. Established in 2010, PlantLab employs advanced technologies in vertical and urban farming to cultivate fresh, flavorful, and nutrient-rich vegetables. The company focuses on creating an alternative food system by producing vegetables on a large scale without the use of chemical crop protection agents. This approach allows clients to achieve self-sufficiency and access affordable, healthy produce in areas where traditional agricultural production is not feasible.
Felyx Sharing B.V. is a provider of electronic scooter sharing solutions, founded in 2016 and based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The company offers a mobile application that allows users to locate, book, and unlock e-scooters for short-term rentals, facilitating quick and convenient urban travel. Felyx currently operates a fleet of e-scooters in several Dutch cities, including 108 in Amsterdam, 324 in Rotterdam, and 200 in The Hague, with plans for expansion into Brussels. By offering a sustainable and affordable transportation alternative, Felyx aims to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Users benefit from the flexibility of one-way trips and the ability to park e-scooters within designated areas, making it an efficient option for navigating urban environments.
PlantLab B.V. is a company based in 's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, that specializes in developing and operating custom-built indoor farms globally. Established in 2010, PlantLab employs advanced technologies in vertical and urban farming to cultivate fresh, flavorful, and nutrient-rich vegetables. The company focuses on creating an alternative food system by producing vegetables on a large scale without the use of chemical crop protection agents. This approach allows clients to achieve self-sufficiency and access affordable, healthy produce in areas where traditional agricultural production is not feasible.
Picnic B.V. is an online grocery store based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, which was founded in 2015. The company operates a platform that allows users to order groceries at competitive prices, with a focus on providing cost-effective services. Customers can place orders through the application for next-day delivery, with the company coordinating with local bakers, greengrocers, and other suppliers to fulfill these orders. Picnic distinguishes itself by utilizing electric vehicles for delivery, ensuring a sustainable approach to grocery shopping. The founders of the company are Frederik Nieuwenhuys, Joris Beckers, and Michiel Muller.
Eszet Electro Harderwijk
Acquisition in 2018
ESZET Electro is a wholesaler and supplier of high-quality wires, cables and cables in all shapes and sizes that are conceivable. With our good stock position, we can deliver a large part of the cables to you within 24 hours with our own transport. ESZET Data offers a wide range of products for applications in telecommunication and telematics, not only for cables but also for housings. The high-quality cables are used in various open architectures.
SHI is the specialist for Home Improvement Essentials: products and concepts which are essential for finishing and upgrading domestic and business environments. SHI is active the the following categories: Electronics: installation, connection, switching Hardwares: construction, mechanic security and decoration Painting tools: covering, preparation, painting, cleaning Sanitairy: furnishing and decoration Multimedia SHI offers end-to-end solutions for wholesalers, retailers and e-tailers in the professional and do-it-yourself channel. We work with multifunctional project teams and take care of all activities in terms of sourcing, assortment management and logistics. Together with the customer we offer an optimal mix of own concepts and brands, A-brands, private label and non-branded products.
De Menken Keuken is a family-owned business based in Sassenheim, the Netherlands, currently managed by the second generation of the Menken family. For over four decades, the company has supplied a diverse range of Mediterranean food products, including bread and toast salads, sauces, and packaged meats, primarily under private label arrangements. Serving a broad client base that includes large retail and catering companies, De Menken Keuken emphasizes quality and innovation in its operations. The company maintains stringent quality standards for its refrigerated products while focusing on cost and innovation leadership to enhance its market position. This commitment to excellence results in a variety of delicious products that differentiate themselves within the competitive food market.
Private Equity Round in 2017
Probo Sign B.V., founded in 2001 and based in Dokkum, the Netherlands, specializes in digital printing services exclusively for resellers. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including canvases, panels, posters, textiles, stickers, labels, and various large format prints. Probo operates a fully automated production process that emphasizes efficiency and modern techniques, enabling resellers to provide diverse services to their customers. By focusing solely on the reseller market, Probo distinguishes itself as a unique player in the digital print industry, continually innovating and adapting to market changes to support its clients' sustainable growth.
Picnic B.V. is an online grocery store based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, which was founded in 2015. The company operates a platform that allows users to order groceries at competitive prices, with a focus on providing cost-effective services. Customers can place orders through the application for next-day delivery, with the company coordinating with local bakers, greengrocers, and other suppliers to fulfill these orders. Picnic distinguishes itself by utilizing electric vehicles for delivery, ensuring a sustainable approach to grocery shopping. The founders of the company are Frederik Nieuwenhuys, Joris Beckers, and Michiel Muller.
Private Equity Round in 2016
Viacryp specializes in Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PET) that enable organizations to pseudonymize and securely process data while adhering to privacy regulations. Acting as a Trusted Third Party, Viacryp assists clients in analyzing behavior and creating profiles without compromising individual privacy. The company's validated techniques ensure that personal data is transformed into an unreadable code at the source, which is then converted into a pseudonym, allowing for data analysis in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and guidelines set by the Dutch Data Protection Authority. Viacryp serves a diverse range of clients across both the private and public sectors, providing software solutions and expert advice on data protection and security.
Hot Item B.V. specializes in management consulting services. The company aims to improve the performance of people, departments and organizations together with the customer. Hot Item B.V. is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Private Equity Round in 2015
Andus Group is operates in process equipment and construction, refractories, and offshore and maritime businesses. The company manufactures stainless steel process equipment and beer systems; designs, engineers, manufactures, supplies, installs, and maintains refractory linings; and designs and manufactures high alloyed industrial castings.
MyBrand is a consultancy firm located in Amstelveen, the Netherlands. It focuses on leveraging the daily experiences of its employees to enhance its services and customer interactions. The company is guided by a team of senior consultants who use their practical knowledge to shape its objectives. These consultants are also key shareholders, which ensures their commitment to the firm’s success. Since August 15, 2019, MyBrand has operated as a subsidiary of Xtensional B.V., further integrating its expertise within a broader organizational framework.
i-Optics is a medical device company based in The Hague, Netherlands, specializing in advanced corneal diagnostic solutions. Founded in 2006, it focuses on empowering cataract surgeons by providing a comprehensive suite of examinations necessary for toric, multifocal, and extended depth of focus intraocular lens implantation. Its technology includes corneal topography, posterior corneal analysis, mesopic and photopic pupillometry, and full-color photography, all designed to enhance the understanding of corneal properties. By employing innovative techniques such as ray tracing and a unique LED positioning system, i-Optics aims to improve surgical outcomes and increase the volume of premium patient care.
Private Equity Round in 2014
Simpel.nl B.V. is an independent telecom provider based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in 2007. The company specializes in mobile services, offering SIM-only communication subscriptions that include calling, texting, and internet services. Simpel.nl focuses on providing affordable internet data plans that are compatible with various devices, catering to users in the Dutch market. Initially a subsidiary of T-Mobile Netherlands B.V., Simpel.nl has since operated independently, delivering cost-effective mobile solutions to its customers.
Tentoo Holding B.V. is a payroll service company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with additional offices in Belgium, England, and Switzerland. Established in 1992, it has over twenty years of experience providing payroll solutions primarily for freelancers, self-employed individuals, and medium to large companies. Tentoo offers a range of services including payroll administration, health and liability insurance, pensions, and mortgages, catering to the needs of VAT exempt clients. The company focuses on delivering high-quality services that offer flexibility and security in managing administrative and financial settlements. Tentoo also specializes in serving clients in the audio-visual industry and operates under collective labor agreements to ensure compliance and optimal hiring flexibility. Its client base extends across the Netherlands and internationally.
Avantium is a technology company based in Amsterdam, specializing in advanced high-throughput research and development for the energy, chemicals, and pharmaceutical sectors. It employs proprietary technology that accelerates and reduces the costs associated with developing new products and processes. Avantium's innovative approach to experiment design and data analysis enhances its success rate in delivering effective solutions. The company has successfully collaborated with over 70 global clients, showcasing the commercial viability of its services. Avantium focuses on two primary areas: developing biofuels and bio-based chemicals, as well as new crystal forms of patented drugs. Its business model includes a strong emphasis on expanding its patent portfolio and establishing partnerships that add value. Additionally, Avantium operates through segments such as R&D Solutions, Renewable Chemistries, and Renewable Polymers, with the R&D Solutions segment generating the majority of its revenue. The company is supported by a team of experts in various fields, including catalysis, organic chemistry, and software development, who work closely with partner organizations to drive innovation in sustainable chemistry.
Private Equity Round in 2014
Eyefreight BV is a provider of freight and transportation management software designed to enhance visibility and coordination in complex global transport operations. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Bunnik, the Netherlands, Eyefreight's platform supports large and multinational shippers across various sectors, including fast-moving consumer goods, fashion transport, and inbound retail. The software enables critical functions such as transportation planning, execution, follow-up, and analytics, all delivered as a flexible and scalable SaaS solution. By integrating seamlessly with existing systems, Eyefreight helps clients optimize their transportation networks, reduce costs, and improve service levels while ensuring sustainability by calculating emissions per freight unit. As of January 2020, Eyefreight operates as a subsidiary of Elemica, Inc.
Intergas specializes in the production of high-efficiency heating boilers for residential use. The company is recognized for its innovative Combi Compact HRE boiler, which features a pioneering 'Double High Efficiency' heat exchanger. This design separates the central heating and hot water circuits, eliminating the need for a diverter valve and secondary domestic hot water plate heat exchanger, which are common sources of component failures. By not using a pump during hot water usage, Intergas enhances the longevity of this critical component. The company's focus on refining heating boilers and heat exchangers allows customers to benefit from increased energy efficiency and reduced risk of component failure.
Talent&Pro International Holding B.V., founded in 1998 and based in Utrecht, Netherlands, specializes in providing financial experts and actuaries to banks, insurers, and pension companies. As a market leader in the Netherlands, the company focuses on secondment, project management, and advisory services within the financial services sector, including banking, insurance, and pensions. With a team of over 800 skilled professionals, Talent&Pro actively supports the operational needs of its clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery. The company operates as a subsidiary of Redmore Group B.V.
H.J. Wiefferink b.v. specializes in the design, processing, and manufacturing of flexible synthetic materials, primarily in the form of plastic sheeting. The company provides a diverse range of products, including biogas silos, flexible covers for biogas systems, and specialized manholes for biogas applications. Additionally, it offers air blown covers, silo covers, flexitanks for emergency drinking water storage, and storage bags for sewage and various liquids. The product range also includes manure bags and foils with specific properties, such as gas-tight, gas-permeable, bacteria-proof, and fire-proof options. Wiefferink caters to several markets, including energy, environmental, and liquid management, serving customers both in the Netherlands and internationally. Established in 1956 and based in Oldenzaal, the Netherlands, the company focuses on providing solutions that help reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and methane.
Avantium is a technology company based in Amsterdam, specializing in advanced high-throughput research and development for the energy, chemicals, and pharmaceutical sectors. It employs proprietary technology that accelerates and reduces the costs associated with developing new products and processes. Avantium's innovative approach to experiment design and data analysis enhances its success rate in delivering effective solutions. The company has successfully collaborated with over 70 global clients, showcasing the commercial viability of its services. Avantium focuses on two primary areas: developing biofuels and bio-based chemicals, as well as new crystal forms of patented drugs. Its business model includes a strong emphasis on expanding its patent portfolio and establishing partnerships that add value. Additionally, Avantium operates through segments such as R&D Solutions, Renewable Chemistries, and Renewable Polymers, with the R&D Solutions segment generating the majority of its revenue. The company is supported by a team of experts in various fields, including catalysis, organic chemistry, and software development, who work closely with partner organizations to drive innovation in sustainable chemistry.
Private Equity Round in 2011
Brand New Day is a company that offers a range of financial services, including asset management, wealth management, and insurance brokerage. It operates as a neobank, focusing on addressing significant challenges in savings and investment. The company provides online pensions and life insurance products, along with investment fund management, mortgage repayment assistance, and premium pension support. By leveraging modern technology, Brand New Day aims to offer customers a cost-effective alternative to traditional banking services, making financial management more accessible and efficient.
i-Optics is a medical device company based in The Hague, Netherlands, specializing in advanced corneal diagnostic solutions. Founded in 2006, it focuses on empowering cataract surgeons by providing a comprehensive suite of examinations necessary for toric, multifocal, and extended depth of focus intraocular lens implantation. Its technology includes corneal topography, posterior corneal analysis, mesopic and photopic pupillometry, and full-color photography, all designed to enhance the understanding of corneal properties. By employing innovative techniques such as ray tracing and a unique LED positioning system, i-Optics aims to improve surgical outcomes and increase the volume of premium patient care.
Lightronics Participaties BV provides lighting products.
Mennens is a manufacturer and distributor of hoisting and lifting equipment, serving sectors such as construction, industry, logistics, transport, and offshore operations. The company offers a diverse range of products, including steel wire ropes, chains, cranes, hoists, and hydraulic equipment, along with various lifting accessories. Mennens focuses on delivering high-quality solutions tailored to meet the needs of its customers in different industries.
Private Equity Round in 2008
Excent Tandtechniek supports the dental practitioner with the aim to give people a functional, aesthetic, but above all radiant smile and therefore self-confidence. Excent provides optimum quality by focusing on digital production and services with highly trained employees. This enables us to offer our customers and their patients the most aesthetic and functional dental restorations. Our staff work passionately from 28 locations within the Benelux locally and nationally with many dental specialists and their patients.
Private Equity Round in 2007
STAR Group B.V. specializes in project management, consultancy, and staffing services within the oil, gas, and power sectors. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Moerdijk, the Netherlands, the company supports various disciplines, including engineering, project coordination, construction, maintenance, and safety services. STAR Group is recognized as a market leader in project support and provides highly qualified technical staff to clients such as plant owners, engineering firms, and contractors. Additionally, the company offers contract staffing solutions and a range of safety services focused on health, safety, and environmental concerns. With offices in several locations including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, STAR Group operates as a subsidiary of Star Oil Gas Power Holding B.V.
Robidus Adviesgroep B.V. offers integrated services at the intersection of finance and human resource targeting at the employability of staff. The company offers integral social security, employability, grants and discounts, sickness, employee’s benefits, and default services; and customized advice, software, and support services. It serves care and welfare, government and education, services, and retail industries. The company was founded 2003 and is based in Zaandam, the Netherlands. As of September 11, 2018, Robidus Adviesgroep B.V. operates as a subsidiary of Aegon N.V.