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AVD
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AVD Group
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avd.be
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1982
Descriptiontext

AVD Group is a privately held Belgian technical solutions provider headquartered in Wauthier-Braine, serving maritime and industrial clients across five distinct verticals: dredging boats (specialized equipment for maritime construction and port maintenance), commercial marine propulsion systems, split hybrid propulsion retrofits, steel industry equipment, and power transmission solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects including dams, locks, and hydraulic works. The company claims more than 50 years of accumulated experience and positions itself as a long-tenured engineering partner rather than a commodity supplier.

The core technology centers on engineered mechanical and power systems — most notably a split hybrid propulsion architecture that enables retrofit hybridization of existing vessels without full replacement. Other technical competencies cover commercial marine propulsion, industrial-grade dredging equipment, and heavy power transmission systems for hydraulic infrastructure. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; revenue mechanics are consistent with project-based equipment sales and custom engineering contracts negotiated individually with each client.

The company reaches customers through a direct enterprise sales motion — a website contact form, dedicated phone line (+32 492 45 80 32), and direct email ([email protected]) — supported by a multi-language French/English/Dutch website and a Belgium-only LinkedIn corporate page. There are no public indicators of subscription pricing, SaaS components, partner channels, app distribution, or digital self-serve. Headcount, revenue, ownership structure, and accreditation/patent portfolio are all undisclosed, and the operating footprint is concentrated at a single Belgian location.

Short descriptiontext

AVD Group is a privately held Belgian B2B technical solutions provider serving maritime and industrial sectors. It delivers project-based equipment across dredging, commercial marine propulsion, split hybrid propulsion retrofits, steel industry systems, and large infrastructure power transmission.

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Operating
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Headcount rangeband
1–10
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersWauthier-braine, Belgium
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Wauthier-braine
HQ countrystring
Belgium
HQ regionstring
Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
marine propulsion systems, hybrid vessel retrofit, dredging equipment, industrial power transmission, maritime technical solutions
Industry2 codes
1Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting)
CodeIMAJAIAGPrimaryYes
2Shipboard Electrical Distribution, Power Conversion & Automation
CodeIMABAKAGPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Ship and Boat Building33661
  • Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing333612
SIC code2 codes
  • General Industrial Machinery & Equipment3560
  • Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment3590
Product category
Marine and Industrial Technical Equipment
Social media profiles1 record
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Technical Maritime Solutions
TypeOne Time License
Description

Sale of specialized technical equipment and systems for maritime applications including dredging boats, commercial marine propulsion, and hybrid propulsion retrofits. Revenue appears to be generated through project-based equipment sales and custom solution provision.

avd.be
Marketing channels2 records

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Cost components5 values
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

AVD Group supplies specialized technical equipment and engineered solutions for maritime and industrial customers, covering dredging boats and maritime construction equipment, commercial marine propulsion systems, a proprietary split hybrid propulsion retrofit technology for existing vessels, high-performance steel industry equipment, and power transmission solutions for large infrastructure projects such as dams, locks, and hydraulic works. Offerings are custom and project-based, sold directly to enterprise clients via the company's website and sales contact channels.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

AVD Group provides a portfolio of advanced technical solutions for maritime and industrial sectors, organized into five core product areas: Bateaux de Dragage (dredging boats and maritime construction equipment), Marine Marchande (commercial marine propulsion systems), Propulsion hybride splitée (split hybrid propulsion retrofit systems), Sidérurgie (steel industry high-performance equipment), and Grandes Infrastructures (power transmission solutions for large infrastructure such as dams, locks, and hydraulic works). The company positions itself as a trusted technical partner leveraging over 50 years of experience, with hybrid propulsion retrofits representing a key innovation area.

Product and service5 records
1Bateaux de Dragage (Dredging Boats)
CategoryMaritime construction equipment
Description

Specialized equipment and technical solutions for dredging boats and maritime construction operations, supporting port maintenance, land reclamation, and industrial navigation applications for maritime contractors and dredging operators.

2Marine Marchande (Commercial Marine Propulsion)
CategoryCommercial marine propulsion
Description

Propulsion systems and technical solutions for commercial marine fleets, delivering propulsion expertise and technical systems for commercial vessel operators.

3Propulsion hybride splittée (Split Hybrid Propulsion Retrofit)
CategoryHybrid vessel propulsion technology
Description

Proprietary split hybrid propulsion system designed as a simplified retrofit path to sustain vessel hybridization, enabling existing commercial vessels to adopt hybrid propulsion without full replacement.

4Sidérurgie (Steel Industry Equipment)
CategorySteel industry equipment
Description

High-performance industrial equipment and systems engineered for the steel manufacturing industry, supporting steel production and processing operations.

5Grandes Infrastructures (Power Transmission for Large Infrastructure)
CategoryIndustrial power transmission for large infrastructure
Description

Power transmission solutions and technical equipment for large-scale infrastructure projects including dams, locks, and hydraulic infrastructure.

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Segment5 records

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Ideal customer profile4 records

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

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AVD

Marine and Industrial Technical Equipmentavd.be

AVD Group is a privately held Belgian B2B technical solutions provider serving maritime and industrial sectors. It delivers project-based equipment across dredging, commercial marine propulsion, split hybrid propulsion retrofits, steel industry systems, and large infrastructure power transmission.

What AVD does

AVD Group is a privately held Belgian technical solutions provider headquartered in Wauthier-Braine, serving maritime and industrial clients across five distinct verticals: dredging boats (specialized equipment for maritime construction and port maintenance), commercial marine propulsion systems, split hybrid propulsion retrofits, steel industry equipment, and power transmission solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects including dams, locks, and hydraulic works. The company claims more than 50 years of accumulated experience and positions itself as a long-tenured engineering partner rather than a commodity supplier.

The core technology centers on engineered mechanical and power systems — most notably a split hybrid propulsion architecture that enables retrofit hybridization of existing vessels without full replacement. Other technical competencies cover commercial marine propulsion, industrial-grade dredging equipment, and heavy power transmission systems for hydraulic infrastructure. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; revenue mechanics are consistent with project-based equipment sales and custom engineering contracts negotiated individually with each client.

The company reaches customers through a direct enterprise sales motion — a website contact form, dedicated phone line (+32 492 45 80 32), and direct email ([email protected]) — supported by a multi-language French/English/Dutch website and a Belgium-only LinkedIn corporate page. There are no public indicators of subscription pricing, SaaS components, partner channels, app distribution, or digital self-serve. Headcount, revenue, ownership structure, and accreditation/patent portfolio are all undisclosed, and the operating footprint is concentrated at a single Belgian location.

AVD firmographics

Firmographics
Name
AVD
Legal name
AVD Group
Website
https://avd.be
Company type
Private
Founded year
1982
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1–10 employees
Short description
AVD Group is a privately held Belgian B2B technical solutions provider serving maritime and industrial sectors. It delivers project-based equipment across dredging, commercial marine propulsion, split hybrid propulsion retrofits, steel industry systems, and large infrastructure power transmission.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

AVD industry classification

Industry
Product category
Marine and Industrial Technical Equipment
NAICS
Ship and Boat Building (33661), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612)
SIC
General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)
akta.pro primary industry
Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG)
akta.pro secondary industry
Shipboard Electrical Distribution, Power Conversion & Automation (IMABAKAG)

Keywords

  • Marine propulsion systems
  • Hybrid vessel retrofit
  • Dredging equipment
  • Industrial power transmission
  • Maritime technical solutions

Where AVD is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Wauthier-braine
HQ country
Belgium
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

AVD business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. Technical Maritime Solutions: Sale of specialized technical equipment and systems for maritime applications including dredging boats, commercial marine propulsion, and hybrid propulsion retrofits. Revenue appears to be generated through project-based equipment sales and custom solution provision.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

AVD product offering

Product offering

Core offering

AVD Group supplies specialized technical equipment and engineered solutions for maritime and industrial customers, covering dredging boats and maritime construction equipment, commercial marine propulsion systems, a proprietary split hybrid propulsion retrofit technology for existing vessels, high-performance steel industry equipment, and power transmission solutions for large infrastructure projects such as dams, locks, and hydraulic works. Offerings are custom and project-based, sold directly to enterprise clients via the company's website and sales contact channels.

Product overview

AVD Group provides a portfolio of advanced technical solutions for maritime and industrial sectors, organized into five core product areas: Bateaux de Dragage (dredging boats and maritime construction equipment), Marine Marchande (commercial marine propulsion systems), Propulsion hybride splitée (split hybrid propulsion retrofit systems), Sidérurgie (steel industry high-performance equipment), and Grandes Infrastructures (power transmission solutions for large infrastructure such as dams, locks, and hydraulic works). The company positions itself as a trusted technical partner leveraging over 50 years of experience, with hybrid propulsion retrofits representing a key innovation area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Bateaux de Dragage (Dredging Boats) Specialized equipment and technical solutions for dredging boats and maritime construction operations, supporting port maintenance, land reclamation, and industrial navigation applications for maritime contractors and dredging operators.
  • Marine Marchande (Commercial Marine Propulsion) Propulsion systems and technical solutions for commercial marine fleets, delivering propulsion expertise and technical systems for commercial vessel operators.
  • Propulsion hybride splittée (Split Hybrid Propulsion Retrofit) Proprietary split hybrid propulsion system designed as a simplified retrofit path to sustain vessel hybridization, enabling existing commercial vessels to adopt hybrid propulsion without full replacement.
  • Sidérurgie (Steel Industry Equipment) High-performance industrial equipment and systems engineered for the steel manufacturing industry, supporting steel production and processing operations.
  • Grandes Infrastructures (Power Transmission for Large Infrastructure) Power transmission solutions and technical equipment for large-scale infrastructure projects including dams, locks, and hydraulic infrastructure.

Companies that use AVD

Customer profile

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

AVD technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

AVD partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

AVD competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

AVD social profiles

Digital presence

AVD financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

AVD leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

AVD funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

AVD M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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

Frequently asked questions about AVD

What does AVD do?

AVD Group supplies specialized technical equipment and engineered solutions for maritime and industrial customers, covering dredging boats and maritime construction equipment, commercial marine propulsion systems, a proprietary split hybrid propulsion retrofit technology for existing vessels, high-performance steel industry equipment, and power transmission solutions for large infrastructure projects such as dams, locks, and hydraulic works. Offerings are custom and project-based, sold directly to enterprise clients via the company's website and sales contact channels.

Is AVD a public or private company?

AVD is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.

When was AVD founded?

AVD was founded in 1982. It employs 1 to 10 people.

Where is AVD based?

AVD is headquartered in Wauthier-braine, Belgium, in the Europe region.

How does AVD make money?

One revenue line is on record: technical Maritime Solutions.

Does AVD have an API?

No public API is recorded for AVD.

What industry is AVD in?

AVD's product category is Marine and Industrial Technical Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAIAG, Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting), with a secondary code of IMABAKAG, Shipboard Electrical Distribution, Power Conversion & Automation. Its NAICS code is 33661 and its SIC code is 3560.

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