Snijders

What Snijders does

Snijders B.V. is a Dutch designer, assembler, and manufacturer of low-voltage power systems and industrial automation solutions, headquartered in Oud-Beijerland, Netherlands, with approximately 30 employees and an installed base spanning more than 1,000 ships worldwide. The company operates across two principal verticals — maritime (tankers, inland vessels, supply tankers, cutter dredgers, trailing suction hopper dredgers) and industrial (food processing, agriculture, internal logistics, industrial cleaning) — delivering custom-engineered marine low-voltage switchboards, UL-certified industrial control panels, variable speed drive systems, frequency drive panels for cargo pumps, and ATEX I/O deck stations. Its technology stack combines proprietary hardware with control logic and HMI development across Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Weintek, and Indusoft platforms, plus a Digital Twin layer for predictive maintenance and 24/7 remote monitoring.

Snijders monetizes through quote-based, multi-year custom automation contracts covering four service phases: design, assembly and development, installation (performed by VCA-VOL certified engineers), and commissioning/maintenance including FAT and SAT. Pricing is project-specific and not publicly disclosed; revenue is recognized across hardware sales, one-time license-equivalent custom solution deliveries, professional services for installation, and managed services for ongoing commissioning, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 remote support. The go-to-market is consultative and direct, targeting enterprise maritime shipbuilders (including a named renowned international dredger builder) and industrial OEMs in food processing and cleaning.

The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MarFlex Holding, which is itself a 100% subsidiary of Japan's Taiko Holdings, a family-owned conglomerate manufacturing large pumps across maritime, industrial, medical, and environmental sectors. Snijders was founded in 1984 by Ger Snijders as an electrical installation firm, joined MarFlex Holding in 2009 (when it pivoted toward maritime and relocated to Oud-Beijerland), and formally became a member of Taiko Holdings in 2018. Competitive positioning rests on multi-class-society compliance (DNV, BV, CCS, ABS, Lloyds), UL and NEN/IEC manufacturing standards, HACCP expertise for food processing, and a multi-decade track record rather than on disclosed AI/ML capability.

Name

Snijders

Legal name

Snijders B.V.

Website

https://snijders-et.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Snijders B.V. is a Dutch specialist (~30 employees) that designs, manufactures, and services custom low-voltage power systems and automation solutions for maritime shipbuilders and industrial OEMs in food processing and logistics, operating as a Taiko Holdings subsidiary via MarFlex.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Marine Electrical Systems & Switchboards (IMAJAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Engineering & Power Distribution (Generation, Switchboards, Cabling, Lighting) (IMAJAGAF), Marine Electrical Installation, Commissioning & Field Services (IMAJAJAL), Marine Hybrid & Electric Propulsion Systems (IMAJAHAC)

Keywords

• Industrial automation solutions
• Marine low voltage switchboards
• Industrial control panels
• PLC and HMI development
• Variable speed drive systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Oud-beijerland

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Automation Solutions: Design, assembly, and delivery of custom low voltage power systems and automation solutions for maritime and industrial clients. The company controls the entire process from initial inquiry and design to production and solution delivery.
2. Installation Services: Electrical installation services including on-site wiring, commissioning, and testing of automation systems performed by VCA-VOL certified engineers.
3. Commissioning and Maintenance: Ongoing commissioning verification, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 remote support services. Includes spare parts supply and technical inspections.
4. Hardware Manufacturing: Production and assembly of custom hardware including marine low voltage switchboards, industrial control panels, and variable speed drive systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Snijders designs, assembles, develops, installs, and manufactures custom low voltage power systems and industrial automation solutions for maritime and industrial clients. Deliverables span marine low voltage switchboards, industrial control panels, variable speed drive systems, frequency drive panels for cargo pumps, ATEX I/O stations, and the associated PLC/HMI software. Service phases include engineering design, hardware assembly and software development, on-site installation, and ongoing commissioning, maintenance, and 24/7 remote support.

Product overview

Snijders is a designer and manufacturer of automation solutions, operating as a single unified offering built around low voltage systems and industrial automation for the maritime and industrial markets. The portfolio is organized around four interconnected service phases — Design Services, Assembly and Development Services, Installation Services, and Commissioning and Maintenance Services — that together deliver complete automation solutions from concept to ongoing support. The hardware product line centers on Marine Low Voltage Switchboards, Industrial Control Panels, Variable Speed Drive Systems, Frequency Drive Panels for Cargo Pumps, and ATEX I/O Stations. Solution categories span Internal Logistics Automation, Food Processing and Agricultural Automation, Industrial Cleaning Installation Systems, Maritime Power and Automation Systems, and Dredging Industry Solutions. Integration capabilities include barcode scanners, vision systems, weighing systems, print solutions, and compatibility with Siemens/Mitsubishi/Allen Bradley PLCs and Siemens/Indusoft/Weintek HMI platforms. The company operates with approximately 30 employees in the Netherlands and is a subsidiary of Marflex Holding, itself owned by Japanese Taiko.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Design Services Engineering services for hardware and software design of low voltage systems and automation solutions, including engineering of marine low voltage switchboards, industrial control panels, variable speed drive systems, and creation of acceptance testing documentation for maritime and industrial clients.
• Assembly and Development Services Hardware assembly and software development services for automation solutions, including assembly of marine low voltage switchboards, industrial control panels, variable speed drive systems, control logic (PLC) programming, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) development using Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Weintek, and Indusoft platforms.
• Installation Services On-site electrical installation services delivered by VCA-VOL certified engineers, covering installation of marine low voltage switchboards, industrial control panels, and machinery equipment, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and quality control verification.
• Commissioning and Maintenance Services Commissioning, testing, and ongoing maintenance support including startup of electrical installations, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), industrial control panel testing, software testing, 24/7 remote support, preventative maintenance, spare parts supply, and 24/7 worldwide service availability.
• Marine Low Voltage Switchboards Industry-standard low voltage switchboards designed for maritime vessels, built to withstand harsh marine conditions including vibrations and compliant with DNV, BV, CCS, ABS, and Lloyds shipping rules.
• Industrial Control Panels UL-certified industrial control panels custom-built to client specifications for automation applications, with easy-to-use interfaces and simple maintenance design, manufactured to UL and NEN/IEC standards.
• Variable Speed Drive Systems Variable speed drive systems providing energy efficiency, adjustable motor speed control, noise reduction, and reduced component wear compared to fixed speed drive systems, used in both maritime and industrial applications.
• Frequency Drive Panels for Cargo Pumps Specialized frequency drive panels for cargo pump control on tankers, enabling greater control over unloading, simultaneous multi-pump operation, emergency stop functions, extended pump lifetime, and operational flexibility.
• ATEX I/O Stations Explosion-protected I/O stations designed for deck installation on maritime vessels, meeting hazardous area (ATEX) requirements for flammable cargo handling.
• Maritime Power and Automation Systems Integrated automation solutions for maritime applications combining low voltage power systems, remote monitoring and access, frequency drive panels for cargo pumps, PLC operations, and ATEX-compliant deck stations; serves tankers, inland vessels, and supply tankers.
• Dredging Industry Solutions Low voltage systems and automation solutions for cutter dredgers and trailing suction hopper dredgers, including electrical switchboard design, emergency switchboard design, frequency drive control for winches, vibration-resistant design, Factory Acceptance Testing, and on-site commissioning including sea trials.
• Internal Logistics Automation Solutions Electronic control and automation solutions for internal logistic systems including conveyor belts, baggage handling systems, and logistic distribution centers, with integration of barcode scanners, print solutions, vision systems, and management information dashboards.
• Food Processing and Agricultural Automation Low voltage and industrial automation solutions for food processing and agricultural industries, including HACCP-compliant systems, poultry processing line automation, vegetable processing electrical upgrades, weighing system integration, vision systems, and data collection for predictive maintenance.
• Industrial Cleaning Installation Systems Electrical operating systems for industrial cleaning installations designed to withstand extreme conditions including water exposure, temperature extremes, and mechanical movement, including design, panel production, cabling, interface software development, and commissioning.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,000 ships equipped with Snijders automation solutions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• UL (Underwriters Laboratories)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUL provides certification for Snijders' industrial control panels and low voltage systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards for maritime and industrial applications worldwide.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Praxis Automation Technology: Direct Dutch competitor specializing in marine automation, alarm monitoring, and electrical systems for ships, with a similar integrated service and hardware offering. Highly comparable given shared Dutch maritime automation niche and overlapping vessel categories.

Broad incumbents

• Rockwell Automation: Owner of Allen Bradley, one of Snijders' key PLC platforms, and a major industrial automation provider. Partly a technology partner to Snijders but also a competitor when customers want direct OEM-supplied automation.
• ABB Marine & Ports: Global supplier of marine electrical propulsion, switchboards, and automation for vessels from tankers to offshore platforms. Directly comparable on switchboards and integrated power systems but competes from a much larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Siemens Energy (Marine Solutions): Provides marine electrical systems, shipboard switchboards, and integrated automation including Siemens PLCs that Snijders integrates with. Comparable on technology stack and switchgear scope, but operates globally with a much wider portfolio.
• Wärtsilä Marine Systems: Large marine technology incumbent offering electrical and automation systems, hybrid propulsion, and lifecycle services for vessels. Overlaps with Snijders on maritime low voltage and monitoring, though from a much broader portfolio spanning engines, propulsion, and digital services.
• Schneider Electric (Marine): Provides low voltage switchboards, motor control, and automation for marine and offshore applications. Comparable on industrial control panels and switchboards but competes from a global incumbent position.
• Eaton (Electrical / Marine): Global manufacturer of switchgear, low voltage assemblies, and power distribution equipment with maritime-grade product lines. Directly comparable on the switchboard and switchgear manufacturing side, with much broader scale and product portfolio.

Others

• Beckhoff Automation: Global PC-based and PLC automation vendor with products spanning industrial control, drives, and switchgear-adjacent systems. Adjacent technology peer addressing the same industrial automation buyers as Snijders.

Emerging players

• Marel: Leading global provider of food processing equipment and automation including for poultry and further processing. Comparable on the industrial automation side of Snijders' business serving food processors, though Marel plays more in primary processing equipment.

Regional players

• HD Hyundai Electric: Asian-headquartered switchgear and marine electrical systems manufacturer serving shipyards primarily in Korea and Asia. Comparable on marine switchboards but operates in a different geographic focus than Snijders.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/snijders-intelligent-automation

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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