What Lightwell does

Lightwell B.V., founded in 2012 in Amsterdam, designs, manufactures, and supplies LED street lighting fixtures and integrated Smart City infrastructure for municipal and public-sector customers primarily in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria. The company operates from a headquarters in Amsterdam (Zekeringstraat 48) and an assembly, testing, and packaging facility in Lelystad that holds ENEC+, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications. Core products include the Luxis SRD Series (Zhaga-standardized smart luminaires covering 500–9,000+ lumens), the Friso Family and Friso II cone luminaires inspired by Dutch industrial designer Friso Kramer, and the patented CENT-R modular Smart City hub developed with the Municipality of Rotterdam, which integrates street lighting with EV charging, 5G, cameras, and environmental sensors. The group also operates the Chargewell EV-charging subsidiary (CPO and eMSP services) and Solarwell (PV solar and battery installations), positioning Lightwell as a multi-utility public infrastructure provider rather than a pure lighting OEM.

The business model is hardware-led sales through public procurement tenders, supplemented by managed services in EV charging. Lightwell sells directly to municipal procurement departments in the Netherlands, distributes through Axioma N.V. in Belgium, and operates via Lightwell Austria GmbH in Austria, with certified installation partners (Speer Infra, Ziut, Van Gelder) executing deployment. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of LED luminaires (multi-year framework contracts with volumes of 40,500 fixtures/year at ORES, and participation in the 133,000 fixtures/year Fluvius program) plus service revenue from Chargewell and LightMotion integrated EV-charging products. The company is privately held under Lightwell Groep, which is owned by Quadrum Capital, and has achieved the highest-tier CO2 Performance Ladder Level 5 certification (November 2023), providing competitive leverage in sustainability-scored public tenders. Strategic positioning combines Dutch Design heritage, Made-in-Holland manufacturing, and modular Smart City platform architecture (CENT-R) to differentiate from larger lighting competitors such as Signify.

Notable customers include the Municipality of Rotterdam (10,000+ fixtures delivered, including CENT-R co-development), Municipality of Amsterdam, Municipality of The Hague (2023-2027 contract), Fluvius (Flanders DNO), ORES (Wallonia), ASFiNAG (Austrian federal highways), and numerous Dutch municipalities including Almere, Amersfoort, Breda, Drechtsteden, Ede, and Amersfoort. The company employs a lean leadership team of three executives — CEO Peter-Paul Metz (responsible for group operations across NL/BE/AT), CFO Arjan Horsman, and CTO Guido Kisman — with total headcount not publicly disclosed. Growth signals include sequential tender wins through 2025-2026, the March 2026 Venus Series product launch, and active expansion of the Chargewell EV-charging franchise into Flanders and Austria.

Name

Lightwell

Legal name

Lightwell B.V.

Website

https://lightwell.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor LED Street Lighting

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lighting Controls & Building Integration (Drivers, sensors, dimming, lighting control panels, networked lighting) (IMAGAIAI), Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)

Keywords

• LED street lighting
• Smart City infrastructure
• Public lighting fixtures
• EV charging solutions
• Modular light poles

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LED Lighting Fixtures: Sale of proprietary LED street lighting fixtures including Luxis, Friso Kramer, Friso II, and other product families. Products are sold directly to municipalities through public procurement processes. Pricing based on luminaire type, specifications, and volume, with contracts ranging from single-project to multi-year framework agreements.
2. Smart Lighting Systems: Intelligent street lighting management systems including remote control, dimming profiles, and sensor integration via Zhaga connectors. Smart lighting hardware includes connectors, controllers (e.g., Luminext OLC300S), and integration services.
3. Chargewell EV Charging Infrastructure: E-mobility charging solutions under Chargewell brand covering AC to ultra-fast DC hardware, CPO (Charge Point Operator) services, eMSP (e-Mobility Service Provider) services, and maintenance. Part of Lightwell Groep, with operations in Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lightwell designs, manufactures, and supplies LED street lighting fixtures and modular Smart City infrastructure for municipalities and public authorities in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria. Core offerings include the Luxis, Friso Kramer, Friso II, and Venus luminaire families, the patented CENT-R modular smart city hub integrating lighting, EV charging, 5G, and sensors, and the Chargewell EV charging portfolio. All fixtures are assembled at the Lelystad factory under Dutch Design principles with Zhaga-standardized smart lighting capabilities.

Product overview

Lightwell offers a comprehensive portfolio of smart street lighting and Smart City solutions for municipalities and public spaces. The core product lines include the Luxis SRD Series (SRD2, SRDS2, SRDS2F, Square, Element variants) as the primary smart lighting armaturen family with Zhaga-standardized components; the Friso Family and Friso II for classic Dutch Design cone-shaped fixtures; the Venus Series for elegant pole-top applications; and the CENT-R and LightMotion for integrated Smart City infrastructure combining lighting with EV charging and sensor capabilities. The company also offers Chargewell (EV charging solutions from AC to ultra-fast DC) and Powerwell (e-bike charging) as part of the Lightwell Groep. Smart Lighting Systems are integrated across all product families, enabling remote control, dynamic dimming, motion detection, and automatic fault detection. Product design follows Dutch Design principles (minimalist, functional, environmentally considerate), with all assembly performed in Lelystad, Netherlands (Made in Holland), and products sold in Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Chargewell: E-mobility charging solutions including AC to ultra-fast DC hardware, CPO services, eMSP payment solutions, and maintenance for EV charging infrastructure
• Solarwell
• CENT-R
• LightMotion
• Powerwell
• Luxis
• Friso II
• Friso Kramer

Products and services

• Luxis SRD Series Smart lighting LED luminaire family (SRD2 Medium, SRDS2 Small all-rounder, SRDS2F Flat Base) featuring first DC-powered Zhaga standard technology, future-proof for hardware updates and smart lighting system integration. Covers 500 to 9000+ lumens for bike paths, residential roads, zebra crossings, and industrial applications, sold to municipalities.
• Luxis Square Series Square-form factor LED luminaire within the Luxis family, featuring minimalist Dutch Design blending into streetscapes. Sold to municipalities and public authorities.
• Luxis Element Elegant LED luminaire within the Luxis family, combining functionality with sophisticated design for public domain applications. Sold to municipalities.
• CENT-R Modular Smart City Hub Patented modular Smart City hub combining street lighting with EV charging, 5G internet, environmental cameras, and air/noise sensors. Developed with Municipality Rotterdam; holds EU and US patents. Sold to municipalities and public authorities.
• LightMotion Integrated Mast Integrated mast combining street lighting with EV charging capabilities for vehicles and bicycles. Smart City solution enabling municipalities to add EV charging infrastructure using existing lighting poles. Sold to municipalities, universities, and corporate campuses.
• Friso II Circular and 100% Made in Holland cone-shaped LED luminaire designed to make the iconic Dutch cone fixture as circular and sustainable as possible. Produced with Dutch partners and assembled in Lelystad. Sold to municipalities.
• Friso Family (Friso Kramer LED) LED luminaire family based on Dutch Design philosophy of Friso Kramer (1922-2019), including original Friso Kramer LED, Friso Kramer Direct, and Friso Kramer Indirect variants. Minimalist functional design sold to municipalities and public authorities.
• Friso Eco Economical version of the classic Friso cone luminaire design, offering sustainable LED lighting at an accessible price point while maintaining Dutch Design aesthetics. Sold to municipalities.
• Venus Series Elegant droplet-shaped LED luminaire with large light-transmitting cap introduced for municipality applications. Combines elegance and function with glare prevention, multiple optics, shielding, and Smart Lighting options. Sold to municipalities.
• Chargewell EV Charging Solutions EV charging solutions brand under Lightwell Groep offering AC to ultra-fast DC charging hardware with CPO (Charge Point Operator), eMSP (e-Mobility Service Provider) payment services, and maintenance. Active in Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria.
• Powerwell Charging stations for Personal Light Electric Vehicles (PLEV), including e-bikes and e-scooters. Deployed at public locations such as Marineterrein Amsterdam.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of up to 60% compared to conventional street lighting
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Chargewell-Telcom ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2023Chargewell (Lightwell subsidiary) and Telcom jointly contracted by Flemish Government for EV charging infrastructure. Contract includes installation of hundreds of charge points, CPO and eMSP services, and maintenance. Demonstrates internationalization of Lightwell Group's charging solutions.
• OREScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2023Lightwell contracted by ORES (Walloon public lighting manager) through European tender. Lightwell is the largest supplier among contracted manufacturers, delivering 40,500 fixtures annually (3+1 year contract).
• Municipality of RotterdamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Joint development of the CENT-R modular smart city platform. Rotterdam collaborated with Lightwell to create a multi-functional infrastructure element combining street lighting, EV charging, 5G readiness, and environmental sensors. The CENT-R has been recognized as a model for system integration in public spaces.
• KPNcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Lightwell, KPN, and Municipality Rotterdam signed a Letter of Intent for joint research on 5G Small Cells feasibility in outdoor environments, specifically as part of the CENT-R platform. Within 2 years, a test will be completed and evaluated. KPN is positioned as innovation driver for telecom technology integration.
• FluviuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023Lightwell contracted by Fluvius (Belgian multi-utility company managing public lighting for Flemish cities and municipalities) for Luxis LED fixtures with Itron smart connectors since January 2023. Part of accelerated LED conversion program targeting 133,000 fixtures per year.
• ItroncoreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2021Technology partnership for smart lighting management and remote control. Lightwell contracts Itron for smart connectors enabling Fluvius and other customers to manage and control lighting systems remotely.
• TomingroepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial work enterprise partnership for fixture assembly. Tomingroep produces Lightwell fixtures in Almere, employing people with distance to the labor market. Combines social impact with manufacturing capacity for projects in Almere, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Heerhugowaard.
• ASFiNAGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustrian federal highway operator. Lightwell contracted for approximately 6,000 fixtures for Vienna ring roads. Solution optimized for minimal traffic disruption with 10-minute installation time per fixture.
• Breda University of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of Smart Campus project at Breda University. Lightwell and Anteagroup collaborated to provide LightMotion integrated masts with EV charging for vehicles and bicycles. University researches user needs and develops sustainable business model for PLEV charging infrastructure.
• Speer InframinorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-term installation partner for municipal projects including Amstelveen. Handles physical installation of Lightwell fixtures. Partnership extended to sustainable logistics with reusable packaging materials.
• Forceertechniek Koolmees BVminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal Dutch supplier producing caps/covers for Friso II fixtures in Zwijndrecht. Part of 100% Made in Holland supply chain for circular product development.
• HydrominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDutch supplier producing top pieces/adapters for Friso II fixtures in Drachten. Component of the 100% Made in Holland circular luminaire developed in collaboration with local partners.
• OVLNL (Openbare Verlichting Nederland)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch outdoor lighting industry association. OVLNL supports Lightwell's development toward circular and locally produced lighting. Chairman Arthur Klink officially unveiled the Friso II at Vakbeurs Openbare Ruimte 2022.
• SignifyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as partner on Lightwell contact page. Nature of partnership not explicitly detailed in source content.
• HeijmansminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as partner on Lightwell contact page. Major Dutch construction and infrastructure company.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Zumtobel Group: Austrian-headquartered lighting manufacturer with Thorn and Zumtobel brands active in street lighting, commercial luminaires, and lighting controls across Europe. Directly comparable end-market exposure and design heritage.
• Glamox: Norwegian-headquartered lighting group with European outdoor and infrastructure lighting presence. Directly comparable municipal/commercial lighting offering.
• Holophane (Acuity Brands): Holophane specializes in outdoor, roadway, and industrial lighting as part of Acuity Brands. Directly comparable product offering in street/area luminaires and Smart City controls across EU.
• Trilux: German lighting manufacturer with outdoor and street lighting portfolio serving European municipalities and commercial customers. Comparable end-customer mix and LED-centric product strategy.
• AEC Illuminazione: Italian specialist in street, roadway, and architectural outdoor lighting with established European municipal tender presence. Comparable product offering and customer type to Lightwell.
• Schreder: Belgian-headquartered specialist in outdoor/roadway lighting and Smart City solutions with deep municipal tender relationships across Europe. Directly comparable to Lightwell in street lighting focus, with overlapping customers in Belgium and broader EU.
• Signify (Philips Lighting): Global lighting leader (formerly Philips Lighting) and a direct competitor across municipal street lighting and Smart City segments in NL/BE/AT and broader EU. Offers overlap with Lightwell's LED luminaire portfolio, networked lighting controls, and Smart City infrastructure — but at far greater global scale.

Broad incumbents

• Legrand: Global electrical and digital building infrastructure major with overlap in lighting controls, wiring devices, and Smart City infrastructure. Broad incumbent with relevant categories but operates outside Lightwell's core luminaire focus.

Emerging players

• Tvilight: Dutch smart lighting controls specialist listed as a compatible integration partner with Lightwell's Luxis SRD series. Overlaps in motion-sensor-driven smart street lighting and competes for the controls layer of municipal Smart City projects.

Others

• Itron: Technology partner of Lightwell for smart lighting controls in the Fluvius program. While not a direct luminaire competitor, Itron's smart city / metering platforms compete with Lightwell's CENT-R for sensor and networking infrastructure budget in municipal contracts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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