Herva

What Herva does

Herva-Doublet NV is a Belgian private company headquartered in Olen, Belgium, specializing in physical visual communication solutions spanning street furniture, facade cladding, wayfinding and signage, interior design, parking and traffic environment products, point-of-sale displays, tents, and event branding. The company manufactures a broad SKU portfolio in-house — bicycle parking systems (including e-bike charging racks), outdoor benches, waste bins, bollards, picnic tables, planters, illuminated and non-illuminated facade signage, facade cladding panels, interior wall and floor coverings, green furniture, luminous concrete (Lucem), evacuation and information signage, reception furniture, folding tents, inflatables, podiums, election materials, and traffic/parking safety equipment — and complements manufacturing with custom design, 3D visualization, professional installation, and maintenance services. Customers span small and medium enterprises, retail chains, municipalities and government bodies, and architects and project developers, served primarily through a sales-led direct engagement model with quote-based project pricing, both purchase and rental options, and a multi-channel digital presence (website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, email newsletter). The business is a subsidiary of the broader Doublet Group, co-branded as Herva-Doublet, and serves a domestic Belgian/Flanders market with no disclosed international geographic expansion.

Name

Herva

Legal name

Herva-Doublet NV

Website

https://herva.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Herva-Doublet NV is a Belgian manufacturer and installer of custom street furniture, facade cladding, wayfinding signage, interior solutions, and event branding, serving SMEs, retailers, municipalities, and project developers across Flanders through a direct sales-led, quote-based model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Visual Communication & Signage

NAICS

Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising (54185), Graphic Design Services (541430), Interior Design Services (54141)

SIC

Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330), Office Furniture (2520)

akta.pro primary industry

Wayfinding, Signage & Environmental Graphic Design (BPAHAKAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial/Product & Furniture Design (BPAHAKAM), Commercial Landscape Design & Installation (HSAIABAJ)

Keywords

• Visual communication solutions
• Street furniture manufacturing
• Facade cladding systems
• Wayfinding signage
• Event branding equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Olen

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time purchase of signage, street furniture, facade cladding, interior solutions, and event equipment. Products include bike parking, outdoor benches, waste bins, ash trays, smoking cabins, picnic benches, tree protection, flower pots, bollards, information boards, evacuation boards, pictograms, podiums, tents, and more.
2. Professional Services: Full-service offering including design, production, professional installation, and maintenance. The company provides complete project guidance from concept to realization.
3. Rental Options: Both purchase and rental options available, making solutions accessible and flexible for every type of business. Particularly relevant for events and temporary installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Herva-Doublet designs, manufactures, installs, and maintains custom visual communication products including street furniture, facade cladding, illuminated and non-illuminated signage, wayfinding systems, interior design elements, and event/sports equipment. The company serves Belgian businesses, municipalities, retail chains, and architects with both purchase and rental options, providing end-to-end project guidance from 3D visualization through production and installation.

Product overview

Herva-Doublet is a Belgian visual communication company offering a comprehensive portfolio of physical products and services centered on street furniture, facade cladding, wayfinding/signage, interior design, and event solutions. The product portfolio includes: (1) Bicycle parking solutions - Fietsenstallingen, Fietsenrekken, Fietsenbeugels, and e-bike charging stations; (2) Street furniture - Buitenbanken, Afvalbakken, Asbakken, Rookcabines, Picknickbanken, Boombescherming, Bloembakken, Paaltjes; (3) Parking & environment solutions - Totems, Verkeersdrempels, Veiligheidsspiegels, Verkeersborden, Parkeerbarrières, Masten & baniersystemen; (4) Facade cladding - Lichtreclame, Onverlichte gevelreclame, Gevelcladding; (5) Interior solutions - Wandbekleding, Vloerbekleding, Interieuraankleding, Raambekleding, Green Furniture, Lucem (lichtgevende beton), Binnenvuilbakken; (6) Wayfinding & signage - Bewegwijzering, Nummering, Kleur- en zonesystemen, Wand- en vloergrafiek, Pictogrammen, Evacuatieborden, Informatieborden; (7) Furniture - Ontvangsttafels, Staantafels & krukken, Stoelen en banken; (8) Tents - Ontvangsttenten, Plooitenten, Inflatables; (9) Point-of-sale - Shop displays, Print & signage, Beachflags; (10) Sport & events - Podia, Buitenaankleding, VIP-aankleding, Reclamemateriaal; (11) Election materials. The company operates as a single unified product offering with custom design, production, and installation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fietsenstallingen (Bicycle Storage Shelters) Bicycle storage shelters and facilities for secure parking of bicycles, designed for public and commercial spaces in Belgium.
• Fietsenrekken (Bicycle Racks) Bicycle racks for securing bicycles in various configurations including standard racks, hoops, and U-shaped parking elements.
• Bicycle Rack with E-bike Charging Station Bicycle racks with integrated charging stations for e-bikes, combining secure parking with electric charging capability.
• Parking for Electric Scooters and Steps Dedicated parking facilities designed for electric scooters and steps in urban environments.
• Buitenbanken (Outdoor Benches) Outdoor benches for public spaces, streets, and parks, manufactured using durable weather-resistant materials.
• Afvalbakken (Outdoor Waste Bins) Outdoor waste bins and litter containers for public spaces including streets, parks, and commercial areas.
• Asbakken (Cigarette Bins) Outdoor cigarette bins and ashtrays designed for designated smoking areas in public and commercial spaces.
• Rookcabines (Smoking Shelters) Smoking shelters and designated smoking areas for public spaces, commercial buildings, and hospitality venues.
• Picknickbanken (Picnic Tables) Picnic tables and outdoor seating combinations for parks, public spaces, and hospitality venues.
• Boombescherming (Tree Protection) Tree protection products and tree grates for urban landscaping and green space preservation.
• Bloembakken (Planter Boxes) Planter boxes and flower containers for urban greening, streetscapes, and commercial exteriors.
• Paaltjes (Bollards and Barriers) Bollards and barriers for traffic guidance, pedestrian safety, and access control in public and commercial areas.
• Lichtreclame (Illuminated Facade Signage) Illuminated signage and building facade signage using energy-efficient LED technology for commercial buildings.
• Onverlichte Gevelreclame (Non-illuminated Facade Signage) Non-illuminated facade signage and building signage for businesses seeking durable outdoor branding.
• Gevelcladding (Facade Cladding and Panels) Facade cladding and facade panel systems for building exteriors, customizable for branding and architectural design integration.
• Wandbekleding (Interior Wall Coverings) Interior wall coverings and wall paneling solutions for commercial and corporate interior design.
• Vloerbekleding (Interior Flooring) Interior flooring and floor covering solutions for commercial interiors and corporate spaces.
• Green Furniture Green furniture solutions for interior design with integrated plant elements that combine seating or functional furniture with biophilic design.
• Lucem (Luminous Concrete) Luminous concrete products for interior design and architectural lighting that transmit light through concrete for ambient illumination.
• Raambekleding (Window Coverings) Window coverings and window treatments for interior commercial spaces.
• Bewegwijzering (Wayfinding Systems) Wayfinding and directional signage systems for indoor and outdoor navigation in buildings, campuses, and public spaces.
• Nummering (Building and Room Numbering) Building and room numbering systems for orientation and navigation in office buildings, hospitals, and educational institutions.
• Evacuatieborden (Emergency and Evacuation Signage) Emergency and evacuation signage compliant with safety regulations including ISO 7010 and NEN-EN 1838, including energy-efficient LED signs with emergency power backup.
• Informatieborden (Information Boards) Information boards and help points for visitor guidance and communication in public and commercial buildings.
• Pictogrammen (Custom Pictograms) Custom pictograms and symbolic signage for universal visual communication across facilities.
• Totems Totem signs and freestanding directional structures for outdoor navigation at parking facilities, business parks, and commercial sites.
• Verkeersdrempels (Speed Bumps) Speed bumps and traffic calming elements designed for parking areas and low-speed traffic zones.
• Veiligheidsspiegels (Safety Mirrors) Safety mirrors for parking facilities and traffic visibility at blind intersections and exits.
• Verkeersborden (Traffic Signs) Traffic signs and regulatory signage for roads, parking areas, and private property compliance.
• Masten en Baniersystemen (Flagpoles and Banner Systems) Flagpoles and banner systems for outdoor advertising and branding at commercial and public venues.
• Podia (Stage Platforms and Podiums) Stage platforms and podiums for events, ceremonies, and presentations including Optimo, Excelium, Flash, and telescopic designs available for purchase and rental.
• Plooitenten (Folding and Pop-up Tents) Folding tents and pop-up tents for professional event use including outdoor events, exhibitions, and temporary installations.
• Inflatables Inflatable structures for events and promotional activities including branded installations and event architecture.
• Ontvangsttenten (Reception Tents) Reception tents and welcome structures for events, exhibitions, and temporary hospitality setups.
• Shop Displays Retail displays and point-of-sale showcase solutions for shops and commercial spaces.
• Print and Signage Printed signage and promotional materials for retail environments and events.
• Beachflags and Eventflags Beach flags, event flags, and outdoor promotional banners for events, retail, and corporate branding.
• Stoelen en Banken (Chairs and Benches) Chairs and benches for interior furniture and event setups in commercial and hospitality settings.
• Ontvangsttafels (Reception Desks) Reception desks and welcome counters designed for business interiors and event reception areas.
• Buitenaankleding (Outdoor Event Branding) Outdoor event branding and decoration solutions for sports events, festivals, and corporate gatherings.
• VIP-aankleding (VIP Area Styling) VIP area styling for interviews, galas, and exclusive events including branded backdrops and premium finishes.
• Reclamemateriaal voor Sponsors (Sponsor Advertising Materials) Sponsor advertising materials and promotional displays designed for sports events and tournaments.
• Verkiezingsmateriaal (Election Materials) Election materials including voting booths, ballot boxes, and election signage for Belgian governmental and municipal election processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50+ years of experience in visual communication industry
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Doublet GroupmajorOthersHerva-Doublet is part of the Doublet Group (doublet-group.com). The company operates under the combined brand 'Herva-Doublet' and appears to be part of a larger corporate group with shared resources and potentially international reach through the parent organization.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Grijsen: Dutch manufacturer of street furniture, playground equipment, and outdoor furnishing. Closely comparable product portfolio and Benelux/government buyer overlap with Herva-Doublet.
• Vestre: Norwegian designer and manufacturer of street furniture and outdoor urban equipment. Highly comparable product category (benches, bins, bike racks, signage) and similar B2B/B2G go-to-market across European cities.
• Maglin: North American manufacturer of street furniture, site furnishings, and waste/recycling containers. Directly comparable in product range (benches, bins, bollards, bike racks) and customer base (municipalities, developers, campuses).
• Lappset Group: Finnish manufacturer of outdoor furniture, playground, and sports equipment for public spaces. Comparable in producing outdoor infrastructure for municipalities and serving European public-sector buyers.
• Falco Group: Dutch producer of street furniture, bicycle parking, and shelters. Near-identical product lines (bike racks, benches, shelters, signage) and similar municipal/Benelux customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Signify (formerly Philips Lighting): Global lighting and LED signage provider. Comparable on the illuminated-signage and LED product lines Herva offers, but as part of a much broader commercial lighting portfolio.
• JCDecaux: Global leader in street furniture and outdoor advertising, including bus shelters, benches, and signage. Competes in the same end-customer space (municipalities) but with a much wider portfolio and international footprint.
• Clear Channel Outdoor: Large outdoor advertising and street furniture operator. Overlaps with Herva's facade signage and street furniture business but operates at a much larger scale and across many geographies.

Emerging players

• Aluvision: Belgian modular display and signage systems provider for events and retail. Comparable Benelux base and overlapping customers in event/visual communication, though more focused on modular exhibit systems.

Others

• Spandex: European distributor of sign-making materials, digital print media, and signage substrates. Acts as a supplier/upstream complement to Herva's signage manufacturing rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@HervaVideo?sub_confirmation=1
• Facebookfacebook.com/hervadoublet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/herva
• Instagraminstagram.com/herva_be

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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