Dhollandia

What Dhollandia does

Dhollandia N.V. is a Belgian, family-owned manufacturer of hydraulic liftgates and tail lifts for commercial vehicles, founded in 1968 in Lokeren. The company designs, produces, and services a broad product portfolio spanning 7 families (passenger lifts, van lifts, cantilever lifts, slider lifts, fold-away lifts, pick-up & service bodies, and column lifts) with more than 150 types, over 1,400 options, and lift capacities ranging from 300 to 70,000 lbs. Manufacturing is highly vertically integrated — more than 90% of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components are produced in-house, including in-house hot-dip galvanization at 860°F and a patented hidden tilt cylinder design from the 1990s. Production capacity exceeds 75,000 units per year, with cumulative unit sales surpassing 1,000,000 since founding.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of new liftgates, supported by spare parts, after-sales maintenance and repair services, and technical training. Products are sold via a multi-channel GTM combining wholly-owned subsidiaries in 30+ countries, independent distributors in 70+ countries, dedicated field sales with regional managers, and a network of 4 US, 2 Canadian, and 1 Mexican warehouse. Target customers include freight carriers, fleet owners, body and chassis manufacturers (bodybuilders), vehicle OEMs and dealerships, rental and leasing companies, commercial vehicle repair shops, and passenger transport operators requiring wheelchair accessibility. North American operations have been a strategic focus, with US production and distribution established since 2015. Recent product launches include a 2024 variable speed tail lift (brushless motor, proportional valves) and a 2023 foldable van lift platform, with a nascent telematics and fleet management add-on product signaling early moves into connected/IoT-enabled service revenue.

Name

Dhollandia

Legal name

DHOLLANDIA N.V.

Website

https://dhollandia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Liftgates and Tail Lifts

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers) (IMAHABAI)

Keywords

• Hydraulic liftgates
• Commercial vehicle equipment
• Tail lift manufacturing
• Wheelchair access lifts
• Loading dock equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Lokeren

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Liftgate Product Sales: Sale of new liftgates and tail lifts including passenger lifts, van lifts, cantilever lifts, slider lifts, fold-away lifts, column lifts, and special applications with lift capacities from 300 to 70,000 lbs.
2. Spare Parts Sales: Sale of replacement parts and repair components for liftgates. Parts warranty lasts 6 months from shipping date.
3. Maintenance and Repair Services: After-sales maintenance, repairs, and technical training on maintenance and repair including safe work instructions.
4. Pick-up & Service Bodies: Sale of pick-up truck liftgates and service bodies for commercial vehicle applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dhollandia designs, manufactures, and sells hydraulic liftgates and tail lifts for commercial vehicles, including passenger lifts, van lifts, cantilever lifts, slider lifts, fold-away lifts, pick-up & service body lifts, special application lifts, and column lifts. Lift capacities range from 300 to 70,000 lbs across more than 150 types and 1,400+ options, sold primarily to fleet operators, bodybuilders, and OEMs through subsidiaries, independent distributors, and direct sales.

Product overview

Dhollandia is a manufacturer of commercial vehicle liftgates and loading solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio across 7 product families with more than 150 different types of liftgates and over 1400 options. The product lineup includes: Passenger lifts (DH-AI series, DH-CH series) for wheelchair/mobility access; Van lifts (DH-LSP series, DH-C series) for commercial vans; Cantilever lifts (DH-LML, DH-LMM, DH-LMH, DH-LMS series) for heavy-duty applications up to 20,000 lbs; Slider lifts for underbody storage; Fold-away lifts (DH-RPL, DH-RPM, DH-RPH, DH-RMM, DH-RMH, DH-RK series); Pick-up & service bodies (DH-P32, DH-VOP); Special applications (DH-AM, DH-VOU, DH-P31); and Column lifts (DH-VOU, DH-VOM, DH-VODH, DH-VHT, DH-VOG, DH-VHTG series) with lifting heights up to 20 feet. Lift capacities range from 300 to 70,000 lbs. The product range also includes various control units (OAE series), connectivity/telematics options, and surface treatment finishes (Hot-dip galvanized, Protection PLUS). Dhollandia operates with extensive vertical integration, manufacturing more than 90% of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical parts in-house.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Passenger Lifts Passenger lift product family designed for wheelchair and mobility access on vehicles, including DH-AI01 (1,100 lbs), DH-AI12 (2,200 lbs), and DH-CH103 (750 lbs) models. Targeted at passenger transport operators serving accessible transit and paratransit.
• Van Lifts Van lift product family for commercial van applications, including DH-C001 (3,650 lbs), DH-LSP (1,350-1,650 lbs), DH-LSPZ (1,350 lbs foldable platform with hidden tilt cylinder), and P21 (1,650 lbs) models. Designed for bodybuilders and fleet operators fitting commercial vans.
• Cantilever Lifts Cantilever lift product family for heavy-duty commercial vehicle loading applications, including DH-LML (2,200 lbs), DH-LMM (3,300 lbs), DH-LMH (3,300-4,400 lbs), and DH-LMS (5,500-6,600 lbs) models.
• Fold-Away Lifts Fold-away lift product family for commercial vehicles, including DH-RPL (2,200 lbs), DH-RPM (2,500 lbs), DH-RPH (2,500-3,300 lbs), DH-RMM (2,500-4,400 lbs), DH-RMH (4,400-5,500 lbs), and DH-RK (3,300-5,500 lbs) models.
• Pick-up & Service Bodies Pick-up truck and service body lift product family, including DH-P32 pick-up lift (1,650 lbs) and DH-VOP service body (1,650 lbs) for pickup truck service body applications.
• Special Application Lifts Special application lift product family for unique vehicle configurations, including DH-AM.25 (2,200-6,600 lbs), DH-VOU-16 K9 SV (1,650 lbs for K9 / animal transport), and DH-P31 (1,100-2,000 lbs) models.
• Column Lifts Column lift product family for column lifting applications with lifting heights up to almost 20 feet, including DH-VOU-16 K2K9 (1,650 lbs), DH-VOM 1-piece (2,200-3,300 lbs), DH-VOM 2-piece (2,200-3,300 lbs), DH-VOM Dump Through (2,200-3,300 lbs), DH-VODH (3,300-4,400 lbs), DH-VHT (3,300-6,600 lbs), DH-VOG (3,300 lbs), and DH-VHTG (3,300-4,400 lbs) models.
• Slider Lifts Slider lift product family for underbody storage on commercial vehicles, part of the standard North American liftgate offer.
• Liftgate Spare Parts Sale of replacement parts and repair components for Dhollandia liftgates, available through dedicated parts support, with a 6-month warranty from the shipping date.
• Liftgate Maintenance, Repair, and Technical Training Services After-sales maintenance, repair services, and technical training on maintenance and repair of liftgates, including safe work instructions. Targeted at distributors, fleet operators, bodybuilders, and passenger transport operators.
• Pocket Lift Guide Mobile App Mobile application (iOS and Android) for liftgate identification, troubleshooting, and support assistance. Targeted at fleet operators, technicians, and bodybuilders working with Dhollandia liftgates.
• Variable Speed Tail Lift New tail lift product with adjustable speeds via proportional valves and a brushless motor with adjustable RPM. Delivers programmable speed within each lift function, lower amperage consumption per cycle, improved battery usage and longer range on electric distribution vehicles, and better low-voltage performance compared with conventional DC motors with carbon brushes. Showcased at IAA Transportation 2024.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lower amperage consumption per cycle compared to conventional DC motors
• +4 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Palfinger: Austrian global leader in lifting solutions (loader cranes, hooklifts, tail lifts, access platforms). A larger publicly-listed incumbent with overlapping tail lift products competing directly with Dhollandia, particularly in Europe, but operating across many product categories beyond liftgates.

Direct peers

• Thieman Tailgates: US manufacturer of hydraulic liftgates for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Direct peer serving overlapping bodybuilder and fleet customers with comparable hydraulic liftgate products.
• Waltco: US-based manufacturer of liftgates for trucks and trailers, offering cantilever, tuck-under, and rail-style models. Directly competes with Dhollandia in the North American commercial vehicle liftgate segment with comparable product categories and bodybuilder channel focus.
• DAUTEL: German manufacturer of truck-mounted tail lifts and cantilever liftgates, part of the Palfinger group. Directly competes with Dhollandia across European commercial vehicle applications with similar product positioning.
• Anthony Liftgates: US manufacturer of liftgates for trucks, vans, and trailers. Direct peer in the same product category with similar customer base of fleet operators, bodybuilders, and OEMs; competes head-to-head in North American distribution channels.
• Sörensen Hydraulik: German/Danish manufacturer of tail lifts and lifting platforms for commercial vehicles. Direct peer with overlapping product range serving European fleets, OEMs, and bodybuilders.
• Zepro (Hiab): Swedish tail lift manufacturer owned by Hiab (Cargotec), producing a broad range of liftgates for trucks and trailers. Direct competitor in the European and global tail lift market with comparable product breadth and OEM relationships.
• Bär Cargolift: German manufacturer specializing in tail lifts for commercial vehicles, with a strong European presence. Direct competitor to Dhollandia's full liftgate range and a key European rival for fleet and OEM customers.
• Maxon Lift: North American liftgate manufacturer producing rail-type, column, and platform lifts for medium and heavy-duty trucks. Direct competitor to Dhollandia's column, cantilever, and fold-away product families with overlapping bodybuilder and fleet customers.
• Tommy Gate: US-based manufacturer of pickup truck and light-duty liftgates, plus a heavier-duty line. Direct peer in the pick-up/service body and light commercial liftgate segments where Dhollandia competes with DH-P32 and DH-VOP models.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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