Ziegler

What Ziegler does

Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V., headquartered in Winschoten, Netherlands, manufactures firefighting vehicles, airport crash tenders, fire pumps, hook-arm systems, and digital fleet management platforms for primarily Dutch public-sector buyers. The company traces its firefighting lineage to 1830 and has operated under the Ziegler name since 1992; it became a wholly-owned subsidiary of China's CIMC Group (China International Marine Containers) in 2013 and now sits within a Ziegler-brand network that includes Albert Ziegler GmbH (Germany), Ziegler Feuerwehrgerätetechnik (Mühlau, Germany), Ziegler d.o.o. (Croatia), and PT. Ziegler Indonesia.

The product portfolio spans standard tankautospuiten (TS Compact, TS Basis, TST-NB, CCFM variants), specialised foam vehicles, the Z-Class airport crash tender line (Z4, Z6, Z6 HYBRIDdrive, Z8) and Advancer FLF rescue vehicles, plus a full pump range from portable PFPN units through FPN/FPNH centrifugal pumps rated 1,000–10,000 l/min and complete pump units. Proprietary technology underpins differentiation: ALPAS aluminium body panels, Z-Control ergonomic cabin controls designed for gloved hands, the patented TROKOMAT automatic priming system, the Z-Cab AiR airport cabin (crash-tested to ECE R29-3), Z-Connect telematics, Z-Remote predictive diagnostics, and the IMBOS information management platform built with partners including Eurocommand, ZF Friedrichshafen, MP-BOS, and PRODICO. The digital suite, including connectivity, over-the-air diagnostics, and emergency management software, represents a deliberate extension from hardware into recurring software and services.

Revenue is generated predominantly through competitive public procurement contracts and multi-year framework agreements with Dutch safety regions (Veiligheidsregio Fryslan, Midden- en West-Brabant, Groningen), airports (Groningen Airport Eelde), and rail infrastructure operators (ProRail), with pricing negotiated rather than publicly disclosed. Sales motion is enterprise field sales through dedicated regional account managers, supplemented by direct distribution through CIMC's international network; aftersales service and spare parts contribute an additional recurring revenue stream. Named recent contracts indicate a secured delivery pipeline extending through 2031.

Name

Ziegler

Legal name

Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V.

Website

https://zieglerbrandweertechniek.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1795

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V. is a Netherlands-based manufacturer of firefighting vehicles, airport crash tenders, fire pumps, hook-arm systems, and digital fleet management platforms, serving Dutch safety regions, airports, and rail infrastructure. It operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of CIMC Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Safety Vehicles and Equipment

NAICS

Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Fire & Life Safety Services (Inspection/Testing/Sprinklers/Alarms) (IMAIAAAI)

Keywords

• Firefighting vehicles
• Fire suppression equipment
• Airport crash tenders
• Fire fighting pumps
• Rescue vehicles

Headquarters

HQ city

Winschoten

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Firefighting Vehicles: Manufacture and sale of standard fire trucks (tankautospuiten), special vehicles, crash tenders for airports, and rescue vehicles. Revenue from public tender/procurement contracts with fire departments and safety regions.
2. Fire Suppression Systems: Production and sale of centrifugal pumps, portable pumps, pump units, foam systems, and related equipment for firefighting applications
3. Hook Arm Systems: Manufacture of hook arm vehicles and interchangeable containers for various firefighting and rescue applications
4. Digital Products: Connectivity platforms, remote diagnostics, and information management systems for fleet management
5. Service and Spare Parts: After-sales service, maintenance, and spare parts supply for delivered vehicles and equipment

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V. manufactures and sells firefighting vehicles and related equipment, including standard fire trucks (tankautospuiten), airport crash tenders (Z-Class series), specialized foam and rescue vehicles, centrifugal and portable fire pumps, and hook arm container systems. The company also offers digital products (Z-Connect telematics, Z-Remote diagnostics, IMBOS information management) and after-sales service and spare parts, primarily serving Dutch fire departments, safety regions, airports, and railway safety services.

Product overview

Ziegler Brandweertechniek is a fire fighting and rescue vehicle manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of fire fighting vehicles, rescue equipment, and digital solutions. The product lineup includes standard fire fighting vehicles (tankautospuiten in multiple variants), specialized vehicles (foam fire vehicles, terrain-capable vehicles), airport crashtenders (Z-Class series including Z4, Z6, Z6 HYBRIDdrive, Z8), and airport rescue vehicles (Advancer FLF series). Supporting the vehicle portfolio is a full range of fire fighting pumps including portable pumps (PFPN series), built-in pumps (FPN/FPNH series from 1000-10000 l/min), and complete pump units. Ziegler also provides digital products including Z-Connect (fleet telematics and connectivity), Z-Remote (remote diagnostics), and IMBOS (emergency information management platform). The company additionally offers hook arm systems with modular containers for various emergency response applications. All products are manufactured with in-house developed technologies including ALPAS aluminum body panels and Z-Control vehicle operation systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Z-Connect: Digital connectivity and telematics platform for firefighting vehicles and equipment
• Z-Remote
• IMBOS
• Z-Class
• Advancer
• ALPAS
• Z-Control
• TROKOMAT

Products and services

• Tankautospuiten (TS) Fire Fighting Vehicles Standard fire fighting vehicles available in multiple variants including TS Compact, TS Basis, TST-NB (terrain-capable), and CCFM models for municipal fire suppression operations. Sold to Dutch fire departments and safety regions via public procurement.
• Z-Class Crashtenders

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 70,000 portable Ziegler pumps in operation worldwide

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Albert Ziegler GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company based in Rendsburg, Germany. Part of the Ziegler Group within CIMC. Shares technology, development, and brand standards with the Dutch operations.
• Ziegler Feuerwehrgerätetechnik GmbH & Co. KGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompany based in Mühlau, Germany. Part of the Ziegler Group network.
• Ziegler d.o.o.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZiegler subsidiary in Croatia, serving the regional market.
• PT. Ziegler IndonesiaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZiegler subsidiary in Indonesia, serving the Southeast Asian market.
• Visser B.V.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch partner company within the CIMC Group network, based in Leeuwarden.
• Albert Ziegler GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent/holding company in Germany. Coordinates the global Ziegler brand and technology development across all subsidiaries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Rosenbauer International: Austrian-based global leader in firefighting vehicles and equipment (NYSE Vienna: ROS), manufacturing fire trucks, aerial ladders, and ARFF vehicles. Direct competitor serving municipal and industrial customers worldwide with similar product breadth and public-tender business model.
• Spartan Emergency Response: US fire apparatus manufacturer (REV Group subsidiary) producing custom pumpers, aerials, and ARFF vehicles. Direct product-line peer with similar municipal/airport customer mix and public procurement business model.
• Albert Ziegler GmbH: German fire apparatus manufacturer and Ziegler Brandweertechniek's sister company under CIMC Group. Produces pumps, fire trucks, and ARFF vehicles with shared technology development, making it a direct operational and product peer within the same corporate family.
• E-ONE: US-based manufacturer of custom and commercial fire apparatus, including pumpers, aerials, and ARFF vehicles, owned by REV Group. Comparable product portfolio serving municipal and airport fire services through similar specification-driven tenders.
• Morita Holdings: Japanese fire apparatus and special vehicle manufacturer with global presence in fire trucks, aerial ladders, and rescue vehicles. Comparable in scope of products (fire pumps, ARFF, municipal tenders) and government/enterprise customer mix.
• IVECO Magirus: European fire apparatus manufacturer under Iveco Group, producing fire trucks, turntable ladders, and rescue vehicles. Direct competitor in European municipal tenders with overlapping fire pump and vehicle product lines.

Broad incumbents

• REV Group: US diversified specialty vehicle manufacturer (NYSE: REVG) whose fire apparatus brands include E-ONE, KME, Spartan Emergency Response, and Pierce. Operates at much greater scale than Ziegler with overlapping fire/emergency vehicle portfolios.
• Oshkosh Corporation: US-based specialty vehicle manufacturer (NYSE: OSK) whose Pierce Manufacturing subsidiary is a leading North American fire apparatus brand. Large incumbent with global defense, municipal, and airport vehicle portfolio adjacent to Ziegler's niche.

Regional players

• Emergency One (UK): UK-based manufacturer of fire appliances and rescue vehicles serving primarily UK fire services and select international markets. Comparable in product scope (pumpers, rescues) but focused on UK and Irish markets rather than continental Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ziegler_nieuws
• Facebookfacebook.com/zieglerbrandweertechniek
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ziegler-brandweertechniek-b.v.

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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