Torqx Capital

Name

Torqx Capital

Legal name

Torqx Capital Partners B.V.

Website

http://www.torqxcapital.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Equity Investment Management

NAICS

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940), Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles (525)

SIC

Investment Advice (6282), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Sector-Focused Venture Capital (Vertical Specialists) (FSANAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Alternative Investments for Private Wealth (Hedge Funds, PE/VC Access, Private Credit) (FSAAABAI)

Keywords

• Private equity investment
• Benelux mid-market
• Buy-and-build strategy
• Portfolio management
• Growth capital

Headquarters

HQ city

Bussum

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Management fees: Torqx charges management fees on committed capital from its fund investors, typical for a private equity structure.
2. Carried interest / performance fees: Torqx earns carried interest on successful exits and portfolio company value creation, aligning the firm's incentives with fund investors.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Torqx Capital Partners B.V. is a private equity firm that invests in mid-sized companies headquartered in the Benelux, typically with €20–€200M enterprise value. The firm partners with management teams and owners to build, accelerate, transform, or carve out businesses through buy-and-build strategies, operational improvements, and international expansion. Torqx earns revenue through management fees on committed capital and carried interest on successful exits.

Product overview

Torqx Capital Partners is a private equity investment firm offering a unified investment platform. The firm specializes in partnering with management teams to build winning businesses through growth acceleration, buy-and-build strategies, carve-outs, and transformational investments. The portfolio includes diverse companies across industrial distribution, manufacturing, retail, and services sectors including Wijlhuizen Group, Orange Office, Beter Bed, ELCEE, Claro Carwash Group, Madern Industries, Fabory, Powersports Distribution Group, and previously held investments in Fri-Jado, Folat, Ocean Nutrition, Diamond Tools Group, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Equity Investment Services Investment and partnership services for mid-sized companies headquartered in the Benelux, focused on growth acceleration, buy-and-build strategies, carve-outs, and transformational investments alongside management teams.
• Build investment approach

Quantifiable outcome

• Fri-Jado doubled in size from 2018 to 2026 under Torqx ownership.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ZettexcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2026Torqx entered into a partnership with Iman Braal (CEO-owner) of Zettex, a leading Dutch manufacturer and supplier of adhesives, sealants, and technical aerosols. Zettex serves (online) wholesalers and distributors in the Benelux, DACH, UK, and surrounding countries. Torqx aims to further strengthen Zettex's market position and accelerate its growth.
• Röko ABcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2026Torqx completed its exit of Fri-Jado through a sale to Röko AB, a perpetual owner of European small- and medium-sized businesses. Torqx held a majority stake since 2018 and helped Fri-Jado double in size through portfolio expansion, new customer segments, and international growth.
• Lincoln InternationalminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 May 2026Lincoln International acted as corporate finance advisor to Torqx on the Fri-Jado exit to Röko.
• Loyens & LoeffminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 May 2026Loyens & Loeff served as legal advisor to Torqx on the Fri-Jado exit.
• DeloitteminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 May 2026Deloitte provided financial and tax vendor due diligence for Torqx on the Fri-Jado exit.
• Strategy&minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 May 2026Strategy& assisted Torqx with vendor commercial due diligence on the Fri-Jado exit.
• Metrik Fasteners B.V. and Stern Instruments B.V.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 March 2026Fabory (a Torqx portfolio company) acquired Metrik Fasteners B.V. and Stern Instruments B.V. to strengthen Fabory's position in the Benelux energy and petrochemical markets. Metrik provides specialized fasteners and studbolt solutions for petrochemicals, power generation, renewable energy, and offshore sectors. Stern Instruments supplies control valve spare parts.
• Wijlhuizen GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 January 2026Torqx entered into a partnership with the owner of Wijlhuizen Group, the Benelux market leader in distribution of truck and trailer parts. Wijlhuizen has 12 locations in the Netherlands and Belgium, offering >350,000 products through wholesale businesses Wijlhuizen and Beneparts-Remco. The partnership aims to further strengthen Wijlhuizen's leading market position.
• Wegusta Holland B.V. and STEECO Germany GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025ELCEE Group (a Torqx portfolio company) acquired Wegusta Holland B.V., Wear Solutions International B.V., Wegusta Holland Industrial Services B.V., and STEECO Germany GmbH. The acquisition expands ELCEE's product portfolio into wear-resistant materials, large castings, and small-series cast and forged parts, targeting steel, energy, offshore, and recycling markets.
• ELCEEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 October 2023Torqx acquired a majority stake in ELCEE, a supplier of mechanical components. The acquisition was intended to enhance ELCEE's product portfolio, reach, and operational synergies. ELCEE is headquartered in Dordrecht with ~250 FTE and offices across Europe and technical support centers in China, the Netherlands, and Poland.
• Prins Castings & ForgingscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 October 2023Prins Castings & Forgings, a provider of custom castings and forgings, was acquired and integrated into the ELCEE group. Prins has ~50 FTE and facilities in China and India, serving sectors including rail infrastructure, construction machines, commercial vehicles, and construction equipment.
• Claro Carwash GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClaro Carwash Group is a portfolio company of Torqx operating premium carwash facilities across the Netherlands and Germany under brands including Claro Carwash, Wasdas, Carwash Westland, Matz Carwash, Carwash De Duif, Starwash, Carwash & Co, Carwash Maastricht, Niagara Carwash, and Cleanfactory. Torqx aims to build the group into a leading chain in Western Europe through a buy-and-build strategy.
• Powersports Distribution GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPowersports Distribution Group (PDG) is a Torqx portfolio company — a European group of wholesalers in motorcycle parts and accessories. PDG includes Motorcycle Storehouse, Hoco Parts, Motoria, DC AFAM, CMS, AFAM GROUP, and others. Torqx has supported PDG's buy-and-build strategy, completing 13+ acquisitions within 4 years.
• Madern IndustriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMadern Industries is a Torqx portfolio company — the world market leader in development and assembly of high-speed post press automation solutions and custom-made rotary tools for the folding carton industry. It includes Madern Tooling, Madern Automation (formerly CSi Packaging), Evers International, Weidenmiller Company, and AJB Instrument.
• Cable Connectivity GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCable Connectivity Group (CCG) is a Torqx portfolio company active in specialty cables and cable connectivity solutions. CCG consists of Jobarco BV, Pantaflex BV, Capable BV (Netherlands), TKD Kabel GmbH, Schrade Kabel & Elektrotechnik GmbH (Germany), TKH Kabeltechnik Sp. z o.o. (Poland), and KC Industrie Srl (Italy), with 600+ employees.
• Intreso GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntreso Group is a Torqx portfolio company — a leading provider of fumigation, disinfection, and specialized pest control treatment for goods at ports in Belgium and the Netherlands. Intreso was created from the combination of Descroes (Belgium) and Fumico (Netherlands).
• Diamond Tools GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiamond Tools Group (DTG) is a Torqx portfolio company — a worldwide manufacturer of diamond tools and wire dies, active for over 100 years. DTG has ~460 employees and offices in the Netherlands, Spain, UK, USA, and China. It consists of Precision Tools (Contour, Technodiamond) and Esteves.
• VHE Industrial AutomationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHE Industrial Automation is a Torqx portfolio company — a leading partner in industrial automation for innovative OEMs in high-tech markets. VHE develops, produces, and maintains complex industrial automation and control systems, with ~150 FTE in Eindhoven and Veldhoven.
• Sonic EquipmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSonic Equipment is a Torqx portfolio company — a leading worldwide specialist in professional hand tools and storage systems, with >5,000 products serving professionals in 62+ countries. It has offices in the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Germany and ~50 FTE.
• Beter Bed HoldingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeter Bed Holding is a Torqx portfolio company — the Dutch sleep specialist active in retail, wholesale, and B2B. It includes Beter Bed, Beddenreus, Leazzzy, LUNEXT, and DBC International (M line and Simmons brands). Generated €229.4M revenue in 2022 with >1,000 employees.
• Orange OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrange Office is a Torqx portfolio company — a leading B2B specialist in the development and distribution of private label office furniture, supplying adjustable desks, chairs, and storage to dealers in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.
• Nexio ProjectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNexio Projects is a Torqx portfolio company — an international sustainability consultant and implementation specialist supporting 300+ customers worldwide on their journey from compliance to purpose. Certified B Corp, founded in 2017, with ~50 FTE headquartered in Rotterdam.
• THB VerhoefcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTHB Verhoef is a former Torqx portfolio company — a leading European distributor of high-quality marine engine parts for mid-speed diesel and gas engines. Torqx exited via sale to Novidam Capital Partners in January 2025.
• FolatcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFolat is a former Torqx portfolio company — the largest designer, producer, and distributor of party articles and accessories in the Benelux, founded in 1993. Torqx exited via merger with Riethmüller Europe GmbH in April 2025.
• Ocean NutritioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOcean Nutrition is a former Torqx portfolio company — a leading supplier of premium fish food for aquarium and aquaculture sectors, with ~75 FTE in Essen (Belgium) and a factory in Thailand. Torqx exited via sale to Great Salt Lake Artemia in May 2025.
• Fri-JadocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFri-Jado is a former Torqx portfolio company — the global market leader in professional rotisseries and food display solutions, founded in 1937. Torqx acquired a majority stake in 2018 and exited via sale to Röko AB in 2026, during which time Fri-Jado doubled in size.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Standard Investment: Amsterdam-based mid-market PE firm investing in Dutch and Benelux businesses with a similar transformational and buy-and-build playbook.
• Bencis Capital Partners: Benelux-focused mid-market private equity firm; directly comparable in geography, company size, and industrial/services sector mix.
• NPM Capital: Dutch private equity firm with a Benelux mid-market focus on established companies; comparable investment size, geography, and operating-improvement approach.
• Gilde Equity Management: Dutch lower mid-market PE firm with a strong Benelux presence; comparable focus on buy-and-build strategies and mid-sized industrial/services companies.
• Nordian Capital Partners: Dutch mid-market PE firm focused on Benelux-headquartered companies; comparable investment size and operating-improvement approach.
• Holland Capital: Dutch mid-market private equity firm investing in Benelux-headquartered companies in similar value ranges and sectors to Torqx; direct competitor for management team partnerships.
• Egeria: Dutch mid-market PE firm investing in Benelux companies with a similar buy-and-build and value-creation playbook; competes for the same Dutch mid-market management teams.
• Waterland Private Equity: Pan-European mid-market private equity firm with a strong Benelux presence focused on build-and-buy strategies; competes head-to-head with Torqx in the same Benelux mid-market sweet spot.
• Gimv: Belgian-listed investment company with deep Benelux roots, investing in mid-market companies across similar industrial distribution, manufacturing, and services sectors.

Broad incumbents

• IK Partners: Pan-European mid-market private equity firm (formerly IK Investment Partners) with operations across the Benelux; competes for similar platform investments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A4 records

Investments

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