Connex Telecom

What Connex Telecom does

Connex Telecom B.V. is a Dutch value-added distributor and integrator of physical telecom, data, and life-safety infrastructure, headquartered in Capelle aan den IJssel and operating from a single Netherlands warehouse. The company was formed in 2009 via a management buy-out from Quante Telecommunicatie B.V. (itself established in 1989) and is co-owned by Ad de Keijzer, Wim van Hoorn, and Jan de Kloet, each with 25+ years of sector experience. Its catalogue spans structured cabling (including Cat 6A), copper infrastructure, industrial intercoms, UPS systems (Emerson Liebert), evacuation alarm solutions, and test and measurement equipment, sourced through long-tenured principal relationships with Vertiv, 3M, Honeywell, Wenzel Elektronik, Molex, and Corning.

The business holds ISO 9001 and DEKRA/CCV Type A certifications, the latter enabling installation of certified evacuation alarm systems in Dutch venues. Its go-to-market is direct sales via phone, email, and quote-based ordering, supported by next-day delivery and 24/7 service. End customers are Dutch electrical installers, telecom/telematics firms, engineering bureaus, large venue operators, and building owners/facility managers — a fragmented installer-and-project channel with no single anchor account disclosed.

Monetization is distribution-margin based on physical infrastructure hardware plus value-added integration services (notably for Vertiv power/thermal systems and Honeywell Variodyn evacuation platforms). Between March 2023 and October 2024 the company launched six new product lines — Cat 6A cabling, Liebert UPS, Ontruiming evacuation systems, industrial intercoms, copper technology, and test/measurement equipment — alongside its 2024 CCV certification, indicating deliberate category extension rather than geographic expansion.

Name

Connex Telecom

Legal name

Connex Telecom B.V.

Website

https://connextelecom.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Connex Telecom B.V. is a Dutch value-added distributor and integrator of telecom cabling, UPS power, industrial intercoms, and certified evacuation alarm systems, serving electrical installers, engineering bureaus, and venue operators across the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Infrastructure Distribution

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

Data, Communications & Fiber Optic Cable (IMADAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Telecommunications & Fiber Duct/Conduit Systems (IMANADAD)

Keywords

• Telecommunications equipment distribution
• Structured cabling systems
• Fiber optic infrastructure
• Evacuation alarm systems
• Door intercom systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Capelle Aan Den Ijssel

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware and Equipment Sales: Sale of telecommunications equipment, data networking products, cabling systems, server enclosures, UPS systems, evacuation systems, intercom systems, and door phone systems. One-time product sales to installers, engineers, and enterprises.
2. Product-related Services: Professional services including system engineering, maintenance of Type A evacuation alarm installations, installation support, and training. Company is DEKRA/CCV certified for issuing official certificates after maintenance of Type A evacuation installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Connex Telecom B.V. is a Dutch value-added distributor of telecommunications and data infrastructure equipment, supplying copper and fiber optic cabling systems, server/data cabinets, UPS systems, public address and Type A evacuation systems, and IP-based door intercom and emergency call systems. The company serves electrical installers, telecom companies, engineering bureaus, and large venue operators in the Netherlands, also providing professional services including system engineering, Type A evacuation alarm maintenance with DEKRA/CCV certification, installation support, and training through its in-house education center.

Product overview

Connex Telecom B.V. is a Dutch telecommunications equipment distributor and solutions provider serving electro-installers, telecom companies, and engineering firms. The company offers a portfolio organized into three core product categories: (1) Data- en Telecommunicatie netwerken - covering copper and fiber optic cabling infrastructure, network test equipment, UPS systems, Cat 5e/6/6A cables, distribution systems, server cabinets, and connectivity components; (2) Omroep- en Ontruimingssystemen - providing public address, evacuation, intercom, and clock synchronization systems for airports, railways, stadiums, and industrial facilities; and (3) Deurtelefoon- en Noodoproepsystemen - delivering door intercom, IP-based communication, and elevator alarm systems. The company is an official distributor for brands including 3M, Honeywell, Vertiv (Liebert), Wenzel Elektronik, and Corning, and offers professional installation and maintenance services including Type A evacuation system certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Data and Telecommunications Networks Complete infrastructure portfolio covering copper and fiber optic cabling systems, Cat 5e/6/6A cables, network distribution systems (open and closed), data and server cabinets, UPS power protection, and test and measurement equipment. Sold to electrical installers, telecom companies, and engineering bureaus for building data and telecom networks.
• Public Address and Evacuation Systems Public address, voice alarm, evacuation (EN 60849 / NEN 2575 compliant), industrial intercom, and clock distribution systems for airports, railways, stadiums, office complexes, shopping centers, and healthcare facilities. Includes Honeywell Variodyn program equipment and Wenzel Elektronik broadcast and remote control systems.
• Door Intercom and Emergency Call Systems Door intercom systems, IP-based intercom and communication solutions, elevator alarm (liftalarm) systems, and emergency call systems for offices, parking garages, care facilities, apartments, and industrial environments. Includes modular industrial door phone systems (Serie 20/30) with IP coupling to alarm centers and reception desks.
• Professional Installation and Maintenance Services System engineering, installation support, training through the in-house education center, and certified maintenance of Type A evacuation alarm installations (DEKRA/CCV authorized). Sold to installers, venue operators, and end customers requiring compliant system lifecycle support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Next-day delivery for orders placed before 15:00
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Honeywell Security & FirecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for over 8 years on the Variodyn program. Connex Telecom experienced as a very reliable partner, supplier and customer. Honeywell values the flat organization structure, high service levels, customer focus, and audio expertise. 24/7 service provided.
• 3McoreTechnology or IntegrationLong-term valued partner for telecommunications solutions. Connex Telecom distributes 3M products including Dynatel series testers, Scotchmark Electronic Marker System, Volition Cabling System Cat6A, No Polish Connector, Fibrlok fusion splicing technology, and Hot Melt products.
• VertivcoreTechnology or IntegrationMore than 10-year trusted partnership focused on innovation and flexibility. Connex Telecom appointed as Competence & Flexibility Center for Knürr 19-inch rack product portfolio. Functions as inventory holding partner providing expertise, easy ordering for installers and end users, and assembly of cabinets and housings.
• Emerson Network Power (Liebert)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial distributor of Emerson Network Power UPS systems up to 10 kVA. Products include Liebert UPS systems, Liebert GXT2 series. Coverage for ICT, telecommunications, healthcare and industrial sectors.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Siemon: US-headquartered specialist in copper and fiber structured cabling systems for data centers, LANs, and smart buildings. Directly comparable as a cabling infrastructure provider serving installers with Cat 6A, fiber, and rack-level products comparable to Connex Telecom's data network portfolio.
• HellermannTyton: Global manufacturer of cable management, identification, and connectivity products serving telecom, datacom, and industrial infrastructure. Comparable as a connectivity specialist whose products are distributed through electrical installer and telecom channels similar to Connex Telecom's go-to-market.
• Reichle & De-Massari (R&M): Swiss-headquartered manufacturer and supplier of structured cabling and connectivity solutions for data centers, LAN, and building infrastructure. Highly comparable as a cabling and connectivity specialist serving installers and integrators with copper, fiber, and rack systems across Europe.
• Datwyler IT Infra: Swiss provider of IT infrastructure solutions including copper and fiber optic cabling, data center, and building network systems. Directly comparable product overlap in structured cabling, server cabinets, and connectivity components distributed through European channels.

Regional players

• ALSO Group: Pan-European ICT distribution platform offering hardware, software, and IT services across 30+ countries. Comparable as a regional IT/telecom distributor with broader geographic reach and scale, against which Connex Telecom competes for installer accounts in the Benelux market.
• EET Group: European distributor of IT, surveillance, AV, and networking products operating across multiple European markets. Comparable as a regional multi-product distributor serving installer and integrator channels in geographies adjacent to the Netherlands.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Building Technologies: Global provider of building management, security, and life-safety systems including Variodyn PA/evacuation systems and access control. Directly comparable as both a strategic partner (8+ years) of Connex Telecom and an incumbent competitor in the evacuation/PA and intercom system categories.
• Schneider Electric: Global specialist in energy management and automation with a significant IT infrastructure and data center portfolio including UPS systems, rack solutions, and cabling. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose Vertiv/APC products are distributed by Connex Telecom, creating both partnership and competitive overlap.
• Legrand: Global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructure, including structured cabling (LCS³), server cabinets, and door entry systems. Comparable at the portfolio level: many of Connex Telecom's cabling and intercom product categories compete directly with Legrand's offerings.
• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Global provider of security, communication, and evacuation systems including PRAESENSA IP-based PA/voice alarm systems. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the public address and evacuation system category where Connex Telecom distributes complementary solutions.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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