Van Egmond Groep

What Van Egmond Groep does

Van Egmond Groep is a Dutch industrial electrical and automation distributor founded in 1937 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sonepar, the global electrical distribution group. Headquartered in Doetinchem with additional branches in Zaandam and Weert, the company serves three primary customer segments within the Netherlands: industrial end users integrating components into production environments, machine builders (machinebouwers) requiring reliable automation parts, and panel builders (paneelbouwers) designing switchgear and control panels. The core offering is electrical wholesale (Elektrogroothandel) augmented by industrial automation services (including ERP linkage), industrial services, logistics with speed delivery (spoedlevering), and dedicated light advice, supported by a knowledge center (Kenniscentrum) providing training programs.

The business model is a transaction-fee distribution model with significant service-layer wrapping. Van Egmond combines direct field sales through account managers with a digital portal (portal.vanegmond.nl) for self-serve ordering, EDI integrations into customer ERP systems, kit deliveries (unpackaged, sequence-optimized), and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) systems that optimize stock on the basis of consumption data and consolidate billing into monthly invoices. The product portfolio spans low-voltage energy distribution, industrial automation, and connectivity solutions, distributed under partnerships with 20+ premium brands including Schneider Electric, ABB, Siemens, Phoenix Contact, WAGO, Eaton, Omron, LAPP, Rittal, nVent, Signify, Weidmüller, Murrelektronik, Nexans, Pilz, Phoenix Mecano, Danfoss, Hensel, and HELU. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is managed through portal accounts.

Recent operational signals include the May 2026 launch of ABB InSite 2.0 energy management, the June 2026 rollout of the Siemens LOGO! 9 controller with accompanying hands-on workshops across all three branch locations in September-November 2026, and the expanded LAPP EPIC industrial connector line including the ClickConnect M12D push-pull locking mechanism. Public customer references span panel building (Scholten Panelen), food production (Lekkerkerker), and bakery (Royal Smilde Bakery), with the Scholten Panelen case study explicitly documenting VMI-driven efficiency gains, reduced handling, lower waste, and consolidated invoicing outcomes. The company has no disclosed AI capabilities, no recent funding rounds, no M&A activity, and operates exclusively within the Dutch market under the Sonepar umbrella.

Name

Van Egmond Groep

Legal name

Van Egmond Groep

Website

https://vanegmond.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Van Egmond Groep is a Dutch industrial electrical and automation distributor, founded in 1937 and operating as a subsidiary of Sonepar. It serves industrial end users, machine builders, and panel builders across the Netherlands with a broad premium-brand portfolio, VMI/EDI-enabled logistics, and technical training services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Doetinchem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electrical Wholesale Distribution: Distribution of industrial electrical components and automation products through a broad industrial assortment, with support services including VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) systems, kit deliveries, and EDI integrations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Van Egmond Groep is an industrial electrical wholesale distributor serving industrial end users, machine builders, and panel builders across the Netherlands. As part of the Sonepar group, the company offers the broadest industrial assortment of electrical components, automation products, low-voltage energy distributors, and industrial connectors from 20+ top brand partners. Value-added services include Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), kit deliveries, EDI integrations, technical sales support, logistics services, lighting advice, and a digital ordering portal.

Product overview

Van Egmond Groep is a group of companies focused on delivering goods and services in electrical engineering and industrial automation. The offering consists of electrical wholesale (Elektrogroothandel) as the core product channel, supplemented by services including industrial automation (linking processes and applications to ERP systems), industrial services, logistics, technical sales support, digital business capabilities, and a knowledge center. Key product lines include LAPP EPIC industrial connectors, Siemens LOGO! 9 compact controllers, and ABB InSite energy management systems. The company serves industrial end users, machine builders, and panel builders, and is part of the Sonepar group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elektrogroothandel (Electrical Wholesale) Core electrical wholesale distribution service offering the broadest industrial assortment of electrical components and products for industrial applications across the Netherlands.
• Industriële Automatisering (Industrial Automation) Industrial automation services that link different processes and applications to create smarter production processes, including connections to ERP systems for industrial customers.
• Laagspanningsenergieverdelers (Low-voltage Energy Distributors) Low-voltage energy distribution products for efficient and sustainable energy distribution setups in industrial and building environments.
• VMI Voorraadsysteem (Vendor Managed Inventory System) Vendor Managed Inventory service with kit deliveries, monthly invoicing, and continuous optimization based on consumption and data, reducing handling, waste, and administrative overhead for customers.
• Logistieke Dienstverlening (Logistics Services) Logistics services including speed delivery (spoedlevering), delivery and availability services, and bereikbaarheidsservice for industrial customers across the Netherlands.
• Technical Sales Support (TSS) Technical sales support service to assist customers with product selection and application engineering for industrial electrical and automation projects.
• Digitaal Zakendoen (Digital Business) Digital business services including EDI connections, online portal access (portal.vanegmond.nl), and digital ordering capabilities for B2B customers.
• Lichtadvies (Lighting Advice) Lighting advice services provided in partnership with Signify to optimize lighting solutions for industrial and commercial customers.
• Industriële Dienstverlening (Industrial Services) Industrial services supporting operations for industrial end users, complementing the wholesale distribution with operational and technical support.
• LAPP EPIC Industrial Connectors Distributed product line of LAPP EPIC industrial connectors (rectangular, circular, solar, and data connectors) for robust, safe, and flexible connections in machine building, switchgear, robotics, automation, energy supply, datanetworks, and solar energy systems. Up to 280 contacts per connector, voltage up to 1.5 kV, current up to 660 A, temperature range -40°C to +125°C.
• Siemens LOGO! 9 Compact Controller Distributed next-generation compact controller from Siemens for standalone automation applications, featuring enhanced connectivity, modern intuitive user experience, efficient engineering, and robust security. Nearly 30 years after the original LOGO!, this version offers improved connectivity, intuitive user experience, easier programming, and reduced development costs.
• ABB InSite Energy Management System Distributed scalable, flexible, and energy-efficient modular energy management system from ABB providing complete insight into electrical installations. Version 2.0 offers compact design, integration with PV, EV charging, and heat pumps, wireless wifi control option, load balancing and asset management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Streamlined process with VMI, kit deliveries and EDI connections resulting in fewer operations, less waste, single monthly invoice, and greater efficiency at lower costs.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• LAPPcoreTechnology or IntegrationLAPP is a key brand partner offering industrial connectors (EPIC series), cable solutions, and ClickConnect products. Van Egmond distributes the full LAPP connector assortment for industrial applications including machine building, robotics, automation, energy supply, data networks, and solar energy systems.
• ABBTechnology or IntegrationABB is a key brand partner, notably for the InSite energy management system distributed by Van Egmond. The InSite system provides scalable, flexible and energy-efficient management for buildings, factories, and production environments.
• SiemenscoreTechnology or IntegrationSiemens is a key brand partner. Van Egmond distributes Siemens products including the LOGO! 9 controller and offers hands-on Siemens LOGO! 9 workshops at multiple locations in the Netherlands.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationSchneider Electric is a major brand partner listed on the Van Egmond brands page, offering electrical distribution and automation solutions.
• Phoenix ContactcoreTechnology or IntegrationPhoenix Contact is a brand partner on the brands page, offering industrial automation and electrical connection technology.
• RittalcoreTechnology or IntegrationRittal is a brand partner on the brands page, offering enclosure systems and power distribution solutions.
• WAGOcoreTechnology or IntegrationWAGO is a brand partner on the brands page, known for spring clamp and other electrical connection technologies.
• EatoncoreTechnology or IntegrationEaton is a brand partner on the brands page, offering electrical and hydraulic equipment for industrial applications.
• OmroncoreTechnology or IntegrationOmron is a brand partner on the brands page, offering industrial automation and control equipment.
• nVentcoreTechnology or IntegrationnVent is a brand partner on the brands page, offering electrical enclosures and connection solutions.
• SignifycoreTechnology or IntegrationSignify is a brand partner on the brands page, offering lighting solutions. Van Egmond also provides dedicated light advice services.
• WeidmüllercoreTechnology or IntegrationWeidmüller is a brand partner on the brands page, offering industrial connectivity and electronics.
• MurrelektronikcoreTechnology or IntegrationMurrelektronik is a brand partner on the brands page, offering electronic components for industrial automation.
• NexanscoreTechnology or IntegrationNexans is a brand partner on the brands page, offering cable and wiring solutions for industrial applications.
• PilzcoreTechnology or IntegrationPilz is a brand partner on the brands page, offering automation and safety solutions for industrial applications.
• Phoenix MecanocoreTechnology or IntegrationPhoenix Mecano is a brand partner on the brands page, offering industrial enclosures and mechanical solutions.
• DanfosscoreTechnology or IntegrationDanfoss is a brand partner on the brands page, offering energy-efficient solutions for industrial applications.
• HenselcoreTechnology or IntegrationHensel is a brand partner on the brands page, offering electrical distribution enclosures.
• HELUcoreTechnology or IntegrationHELU (H. L. Umformer) is a brand partner on the brands page, offering cable solutions.
• NortoncoreTechnology or IntegrationNorton is a brand partner on the brands page.
• HMS NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationHMS (now operating under its own brand) is listed as a brand partner on the brands page, offering industrial communication solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• WESCO International: Global electrical, communications and utility distribution giant (EIS/DataComm/Wave) — comparable broad-line electrical distribution platform and category diversification, but operating at significantly larger scale and broader global footprint.
• Würth Nederland: Branch of the Würth group's industrial-supply network; while broader than pure electrical (also fasteners, tools, etc.), it overlaps with Van Egmond's industrial end-user base and field-rep sales motion in the Netherlands.

Direct peers

• Farnell / element14: Specialist electronic-components distributor targeting industrial, automation and maintenance buyers across Europe, with a comparable mix of branded components, technical content and EDI/eProcurement integration.
• Solar Group A/S: Northern European B2B electrical and technical wholesaler with industrial and installer segments; comparable product breadth, brand partnerships and value-added services such as VMI, energy advisory and training.
• Rexel Nederland: Rexel's Dutch arm is the most direct head-to-head competitor: industrial-grade electrical wholesale serving machine builders, panel builders and industrial end users in the Netherlands, carrying largely the same premium brand portfolio (Schneider, ABB, Siemens, etc.).
• Hagemann: Dutch industrial-electrical and automation wholesaler focused on the same machine-builder, panel-builder and end-user verticals, with a similar premium-brand portfolio and project-based support services.
• Technische Unie: A Dutch technical wholesaler also within the Sonepar group, with overlapping industrial-electrical assortment, VMI/EDI capabilities and an identical panel-builder/machine-builder customer base, making it the closest functional twin.
• RS Components (RS Group): Global catalog and online distributor of industrial electrical, automation and electronics components serving engineers and machine builders; overlaps with Van Egmond's mid-market self-serve portal motion and broader product catalog breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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