Alklima

What Alklima does

Alklima B.V. is a privately held Dutch company founded in 1994 and based in Alblasserdam, Netherlands, operating as the exclusive Netherlands importer and distributor of Mitsubishi Electric climate technology. With 51-100 employees, it supplies and installs heat pumps, split and package air conditioning, VRF/HVRF systems, heat-recovery ventilation, air curtains, and IT/data-center cooling. It trades under the names Alklima and Mitsubishi Electric Klimaatoplossingen and positions its portfolio around a "Road to All-Electric" theme supporting the transition from gas to fully electric heating and cooling across residential, commercial, and industrial segments.

The product portfolio centers on the Ecodan air/water heat pump family (residential Hydrobox and commercial MEHP-iS/MEHP-iB forms), complemented by Geodan ground-source units, cold-climate Zubadan flash-injection technology (patented, delivering full heating capacity at -15°C), QAHV CO2 heat pumps for high-temperature commercial hot water (GWP of 1, COP 3.65, output to 90°C), City Multi VRF/HVRF systems, and Lossnay heat-recovery ventilation. Control and monitoring are handled through the cloud-based MELCloud/MELCloud Home platform (energy monitoring, scheduling, fault notifications, multi-device management) plus diagnostic tools and Modbus/BACnet gateways. The underlying technologies are Mitsubishi Electric's, with Alklima acting as the distribution, technical-support, and training layer in the Netherlands.

The business model is hardware distribution: revenue derives primarily from selling Mitsubishi Electric equipment, parts, and accessories to a nationwide network of certified HVAC installers, project developers, and facility managers via an account-based B2B portal (Mijn Alklima), supplemented by parts sales through an Onderdelen Selector and training/certification fees through Skills by Alklima (F-gas, MBO-3 education). Go-to-market is channel- and community-led: certified installers order via the professional portal, a consumer portal (MitsubishiComfort.nl) routes homeowner leads to local installers, and a Comfort Coach program trains installers to guide consumers end-to-end. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is available only to registered professional account holders. Customer segments span residential (Woningbouw), commercial/utility (Utiliteit), distribution centers, and the installer and architect/advisor personas that specify and deploy the equipment.

Name

Alklima

Legal name

Alklima B.V.

Website

https://alklima.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Alklima is the exclusive Netherlands importer and distributor of Mitsubishi Electric climate technology—heat pumps, air conditioning, VRF systems, and ventilation—selling through a certified installer network to residential, commercial, and industrial customers transitioning to all-electric heating and cooling.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

Heat Pump & Smart HVAC Controller Integration (HSAOANAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Climate & Air Quality (Thermostats, HVAC, Purifiers, IAQ Sensors) (HSAPAQAD), Commercial HVAC/R Installation (Rooftop Units, Split Systems) (HSAOAGAH), Smart Air Quality Sensors, Purifiers & Humidifier/Dehumidifier Integration (HSAOANAH)

Keywords

• Heat pump distribution
• Climate technology solutions
• HVAC equipment supply
• Ventilation heat recovery
• Commercial refrigeration systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Alblasserdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Climate Equipment Distribution: Alklima generates revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps, air conditioning systems, VRF systems, ventilation units, and accessories to certified installers, project developers, and facility managers across the Netherlands.
2. Training & Certification Services: Skills by Alklima provides practical training programs for installers and advisors, including F-gas certification and MBO-3 level education. Revenue generated through training course fees.
3. Parts & Accessories Sales: Online parts selector tool (Onderdelen Selector) enables installers to order replacement parts and accessories via Mijn Alklima accounts.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Alklima is the exclusive Netherlands importer and distributor of Mitsubishi Electric climate technology, manufacturing and installing heat pumps, split air conditioning, ventilation units, air curtains, hand dryers, and air purifiers. The company sells Ecodan residential heat pumps, Zubadan cold-climate heat pumps, Geodan ground-source heat pumps, commercial MEHP-iS/MECH-iS and MEHP-iB heat pumps and chillers, QAHV CO2 commercial hot water heat pumps, City Multi VRF/HVRF systems, Lossnay heat-recovery ventilation, and RAC/Mr. Slim split air conditioning, supported by MELCloud remote control. Distribution is executed through a B2B portal (Mijn Alklima), a certified installer network, and a consumer-facing portal (MitsubishiComfort.nl).

Product overview

Alklima is the Dutch distributor of Mitsubishi Electric climate technology, offering a comprehensive portfolio of heat pumps, air conditioning, ventilation, and climate control solutions. The core product family is the Ecodan range of air/water heat pumps (available in residential Hydrobox and commercial MEHP forms), complemented by Geodan ground-source heat pumps, Zubadan cold-climate technology, and All-Electric Ready hybrid systems. Commercial offerings include MEHP-iS/MECH-iS chillers, City Multi VRF/HVRF systems for large buildings, and Lossnay heat recovery ventilation. Supporting products span controls (MELCloud, PAC-IF081 cascade controller, ME-MONITORING Modbus/BACnet gateway, E-Monitoring Tool), IT cooling, air curtains, and Big Foot mounting solutions. The portfolio is organized around the 'Road to All-Electric' theme, supporting the transition from gas to fully electric heating and cooling across residential, commercial, and industrial segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ecodan Heat Pumps (Air/Water Residential) Mitsubishi Electric's flagship residential air/water heat pump concept that extracts energy from outside air and converts it to hot water for space heating, domestic hot water, and cooling; all-electric with high efficiency. Targeted at Dutch homeowners, housing associations, and project developers for new build and renovation.
• Geodan Ground-Source Heat Pumps Brine/water (ground-source) heat pump providing highly efficient and quiet heating by drawing energy from the ground, with inverter-controlled compressor, integrated hot water tank, and Smart Grid Ready functionality for residential installations.
• Zubadan Inverter Heat Pumps Patented Mitsubishi Electric technology ('Super Heating') providing the same heating capacity at -15°C as at +7°C through flash injection, enabling reliable primary heating without fossil-fuel backup even in severe winter conditions. Marketed by Alklima as a cold-climate air-source heat pump variant.
• All-Electric Ready Hybrid Heating System Hybrid heating solution combining a full-capacity Ecodan air/water heat pump with an existing gas boiler as backup in extreme cold, designed for phased transition to all-electric heating in Dutch homes.
• MEHP-iS / MECH-iS Commercial Heat Pumps & Chillers Air/water heat pumps and chillers for commercial and industrial use, available in 7 models from 50 kW to 110 kW, expandable to 440 kW (heat pump) or 880 kW (chiller) via Master Client control. Uses R32 refrigerant and scroll compressors with variable speed, operating up to +50°C outdoor and chilled water from -12°C to +24°C for IT/data center cooling.
• MEHP-iB Commercial Heat Pumps Compact monobloc air/water heat pumps and chillers for commercial use below 50 kW, with integrated pump set and buffer tank (plug & play). Available in 9 models from 7 kW to 41 kW with R32 refrigerant and COP up to 4.67; eligible for ISDE subsidies up to €7,525.
• QAHV CO2 Air/Water Heat Pumps Commercial CO2 heat pump producing large volumes of hot water up to 90°C for sanitary and industrial applications. Uses CO2 natural refrigerant with GWP of 1, achieves COP of 3.65, and operates down to -25°C ambient via patented twisted water pipe heat exchanger.
• RAC Room Air Conditioning Residential split air conditioning systems for room-level cooling and heating. Includes wall-mounted, floor, and cassette units with WiFi connectivity via MAC-597 IF-E and integration with the MELCloud Home app.
• Mr. Slim Package Air Conditioning Commercial split and package air conditioning systems for offices, shops, and larger spaces, including features such as 2+1 backup/rotation, 14°C cooling mode, and smarter defrosting for demanding commercial environments.
• City Multi VRF / HVRF Systems Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems for large commercial buildings. City Multi R2 enables simultaneous cooling and heating with energy recovery; HVRF is the world's first 2-pipe system for simultaneous cooling and heating with energy exchange, combining DX technology with water-based distribution.
• Lossnay Ventilation with Heat Recovery (WTW) Cross-flow heat recovery ventilators (WTW) for residential and commercial buildings. Supplies fresh pre-conditioned air even under extreme outdoor conditions, recovering energy from exhaust air to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures.
• IT Cooling Solutions (s-Mext, IT Mr. Slim, IT RAC) Specialized cooling solutions for data centers and IT rooms. Includes s-Mext up/downflow units, IT Mr. Slim, and IT RAC systems designed for precise temperature control and high heat loads in IT environments.
• Bellyse Split Air Curtain Split-type air curtain for commercial entrances, separating indoor and outdoor environments to reduce heat loss and improve comfort at building entryways.
• MELCloud / MELCloud Home Cloud Control Platform Cloud-based remote control and monitoring platform for Mitsubishi Electric air conditioners and heat pumps. Supports remote temperature adjustment, scheduling, energy usage tracking per room, push notifications for faults, and multi-device management via smartphone app (iOS/Android) or web browser.
• Skills by Alklima Training & Certification Practical training programs for HVAC installers and advisors delivered via the StudyTube platform, including F-gas certification and MBO-3 level education for the installation of Mitsubishi Electric climate products.

Quantifiable outcome

• COP up to 5.2 at 7°C outside / 35°C inside temperature (Winsum church case study)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KNVB (Koninklijke Nederlandse Voetbalbond)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAlklima/Mitsubishi Electric is the official sustainability partner of the KNVB (Royal Dutch Football Association). Together they organized 4 editions of De Groene Clubweken, helping football clubs implement cost-saving sustainable measures. The partnership addresses energy costs, net congestion concerns, and the upcoming end of the salderingsregeling in 2027.
• SPIE NetherlandsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSPIE Netherlands designed the Mitsubishi Electric VRF system for Sparta Rotterdam's new training complex in Nieuw Terbregge.
• Mur ConditioningminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified installer that installed the Mitsubishi Electric VRF system designed by SPIE at Sparta Rotterdam's training complex.
• Radix & VeermanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReal estate developer that developed 't Raadhuys in Harmelen — a modern residential building of 22 apartments — using Mitsubishi Electric heat pump technology for sustainable heating.
• Mitsubishi Electric CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationAlklima is the exclusive Netherlands importer and distributor for Mitsubishi Electric climate technology including heat pumps, air conditioning, VRF systems, Lossnay ventilation, and associated controls and accessories.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Daikin Nederland: Daikin is the dominant global heat-pump and AC OEM and runs its own wholly-owned Dutch subsidiary distributing Altherma heat pumps, VRV/VRX systems, and split AC to installers — directly competing with Alklima's Mitsubishi Electric portfolio across residential and commercial segments in the Netherlands.
• NIBE Energy Systems (NIBE Nederland): NIBE (including IVT and CTC) is a leading European heat pump manufacturer with an established Dutch distribution presence targeting residential and commercial retrofits; directly comparable as a competing A-brand heat pump supplier in the same installer channels as Alklima.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Thermotechniek / Nefit: Bosch (with the well-known Nefit brand in NL) supplies heat pumps, boilers, and hybrids through installer networks; broader incumbent in heating but directly competes with Alklima/Mitsubishi Electric on residential heat pumps and hybrid solutions in the Dutch market.
• Remeha (BDR Thermea Group): Remeha is one of the leading Dutch heating brands (part of BDR Thermea) selling boilers, heat pumps, and hybrids; broad incumbent with extensive installer relationships that overlaps with Alklima's residential and commercial retrofit opportunity.

Emerging players

• Panasonic Heating & Cooling NL (via local distributor): Panasonic markets Aquarea air-to-water heat pumps and PACi/VRF systems through Dutch distributors; comparable as a competing Japanese A-brand in heat pumps and VRF distributed via certified installers in NL.
• Toshiba Carrier (TCC) / Carrier Benelux: Toshiba-Carrier distributes VRF and split air conditioning through Dutch channels and competes in similar commercial/utilities projects; comparable as another Japanese-origin A-brand in the Dutch installer-led HVAC channel.
• LG Air Solutions Benelux: LG distributes Therma V heat pumps and Multi V VRF systems in the Benelux via its own offices and partners, offering an overlapping product mix distributed through HVAC installers similar to Alklima's go-to-market.
• Stulz Benelux: Stulz specializes in precision cooling for data centers and IT rooms, overlapping with Alklima's IT cooling product family (s-Mext, IT Mr. Slim, IT RAC) but focused specifically on mission-critical cooling rather than broad HVAC.

Regional players

• Technea Group: Technea is a Benelux-focused HVAC distributor and solutions provider working with multiple brands including Mitsubishi Electric-adjacent lines; regional peer competing for similar installer, project developer, and facility manager accounts.
• Coolmark (Daikin distributor / independent HVAC wholesale): Coolmark is a Dutch HVAC wholesale distributor serving installers with split AC, heat pumps, and refrigeration parts; directly comparable as a competing national wholesaler in the same installer-led B2B channel as Alklima.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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