What Stokvis Group does

Stokvis Group is a privately held Dutch family-owned industrial holding company founded in 1972 and headquartered in Voorhout, the Netherlands. The group operates as an umbrella over ten wholly-owned specialized technical subsidiaries — including EMCÉ Winches (industrial winches and capstans, 80+ years of heritage), Elsto Drives & Controls, Elsto Smart Solutions, ADS van STIGT (drive and propulsion systems), Stolk Transmission Services (motor and gearbox maintenance), Verhoef Elektrotechniek (electrical integration), Wiegel Transport Equipment, Wiegel Bulk Solutions, Veldman Machinefabriek, and marina operator Jachthaven Cieco — employing approximately 500+ people across the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Bahrain.

The group's offering spans drive and control systems, automation and robotic lifting/stacking systems, winch and capstan engineering, vehicle equipment for commercial and emergency vehicles, bulk and silo transport solutions, electrical system integration, machine parts manufacturing, and ATEX/IECEx-certified motor service. Technology stacks are mechanical and electromechanical at their core — industrial drives, control systems, winch mechanisms, hydraulic and lifting equipment — with a thin layer of computer-vision capability delivered via the LUIS brand of AI-driven person-detection cameras integrated into Wiegel's vehicle safety portfolio since 2024. Manufacturing, engineering, installation, and maintenance capabilities are distributed across the subsidiaries, with Stolk Transmission Services notably holding ATEX/IECEx certification and ABB Value Provider status.

Stokvis generates revenue through a mix of one-time equipment sales (standard catalog products plus quote-based custom engineered systems), multi-year custom engineering contracts, and recurring maintenance, repair, retrofit, and inspection services (including ATEX-certified work). The go-to-market is sales-led via specialized technical sales teams within each subsidiary, supplemented by webshops for self-service ordering of parts. The customer base is B2B and diversified across chemicals, metals, food processing, defense, fire/police/emergency services, offshore energy, maritime, inland shipping, and agriculture. Pricing is governed by FEDA and FME/CWM general terms and conditions; standard products are sold at published unit prices, while custom solutions are quote-based.

Name

Stokvis Group

Legal name

Stokvis Group

Website

https://stokvis.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Stokvis Group is a private Dutch family-owned holding company operating ten specialized industrial subsidiaries that design, manufacture, and service drive systems, winches, vehicle equipment, bulk transport solutions, and lifting/automation systems for B2B customers across chemicals, maritime, defense, offshore, and manufacturing sectors in Western Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Drive and Mechanical Engineering Systems

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331), Offices of Other Holding Companies (551112)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Winches & Capstans (IMAHAJAH)

Keywords

• Industrial drive systems
• Winch and capstan solutions
• Vehicle equipment systems
• Machine building services
• Transmission maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Voorhout

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of technical products including winches, drives, controls, monitoring systems, transport equipment, water purification systems, lifts, and hydraulic tools through subsidiary companies.
2. Engineering Services: Custom engineering solutions for machine building, robot solutions, process installations, transport systems, and intelligent control solutions tailored to customer specifications.
3. Maintenance and Repair Services: Services including planned maintenance, repair, revision, and retrofit work for electric motors, gearboxes, and drive systems. Also includes inspection and ATEX-certified services.
4. Marina Services: Yacht harbor services including berth rental and related marina facilities at Jachthaven Cieco in Warmond.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Stokvis Group is a Dutch family-owned holding company that, through its network of specialized subsidiary companies, manufactures and supplies industrial drive systems, winches and capstans, vehicle equipment, lifting and handling systems, electrical integration, and transmission maintenance services. The group operates across sectors including machine building, maritime and offshore, vehicle technology, and water treatment, delivering both standard products from stock and custom-engineered solutions with full lifecycle support.

Product overview

Stokvis Group is a holding company for specialized technical businesses offering a diverse portfolio of industrial products and services. The offering consists of multiple subsidiary companies operating in sectors including machine building, drive and control systems, lifting and handling, vehicle technology, and water/marine applications. Core products include EMCÉ Winches (industrial winches and capstans), Elsto Drives & Controls (drives and control solutions), Elsto Smart Solutions (automation and transport systems), Wiegel Transport Equipment and Wiegel Bulk Solutions (vehicle systems and bulk transport), ADS van STIGT (drive systems and propulsion), Stolk Transmission Services (maintenance and repair), and Verhoef elektrotechniek (electrical system integration). Additional offerings include water treatment systems (Aquablu), machine parts (Veldman), marina services (Cieco), and AI-powered camera systems (LUIS). The group operates through specialized subsidiaries that combine engineering, production, sales, and service capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EMCÉ Winches and Capstans High-quality winches and capstans for maritime, offshore, and industrial applications, backed by over 80 years of experience and available as standard products or custom-engineered heavy-duty solutions.
• Elsto Drives & Controls Comprehensive range of drives and control solutions from small to very large, available as standard products from stock or as custom solutions for complex drive systems.
• Elsto Smart Solutions Custom design, build, and installation of lift, stacking, and transport systems, as well as robot solutions for production and handling industries to optimize processes and efficiency.
• Wiegel Transport Equipment Custom vehicle systems and equipment for light and heavy commercial vehicles, with configuration, integration, and maintenance of turnkey vehicle systems for professional transport.
• Wiegel Bulk Solutions Tank and silo transport solutions including supply, adaptation, and maintenance of vehicles with bulk systems, supported by an extensive product and spare parts inventory.
• ADS van STIGT Drive and Propulsion Systems Fully integrated drive systems and propulsion solutions with sales, service, spare parts, and support for maritime, industrial, offshore, inland shipping, and agricultural applications.
• Stolk Transmission Services Maintenance, repair, revision, and retrofit services for electric motors and gearboxes, including ATEX-certified work, ensuring continuity of machines and production processes.
• Verhoef Elektrotechniek Electrical system integration and drive technology specialist providing complete solutions for hybrid drive systems and electrical installations with worldwide field service.
• Jachthaven Cieco Marina Services Marina located in Warmond near the Kagerplassen offering modern berth rental facilities for both short stops and longer stays for yacht owners.
• Water Treatment Systems (Aquablu) Water treatment systems built by Aquablu enabling access to clean and pure drinking water.
• LUIS AI-Driven Vehicle Cameras AI-powered cameras with person detection integrated into Wiegel vehicle systems to enhance safety in special vehicles and mobile applications.
• Industrial Pumps and Pump Technology Industrial pumps and pump technology added to the Wiegel portfolio as part of the group's expansion into the industrial market.

Quantifiable outcome

• Quick return to operation for bulk transport vehicles due to short service and maintenance times
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ABBcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1975ABB is a key technical partner for Stolk Services. The company serves as an ABB Value Provider and Technical Distributor, which has strengthened its market position and expanded its technical knowledge and service offerings. This partnership enables Stolk to deliver reliable and future-oriented solutions.
• Class Yachts EuropeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClass Yachts Europe acts as a full-service partner for yacht owners at Jachthaven Cieco marina, providing advice, maintenance, and yacht purchase/sale services.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Kongsberg Maritime: Global maritime technology supplier offering propulsion, deck machinery, and integrated vessel systems. Comparable to ADS van STIGT's marine propulsion and drive-systems business and EMCÉ's winch offering for maritime applications.
• Bosch Rexroth: Global leader in drive and control technologies, hydraulics, and factory automation. Directly comparable to Elsto Drives & Controls and Elsto Smart Solutions across industrial drive systems, motion control, and factory automation, but operates at vastly larger global scale.
• MacGregor (Cargotec): Provider of marine cargo and load-handling solutions including winches, deck machinery, and mooring systems for offshore and shipping. Directly comparable to EMCÉ Winches in winch and capstan products, but operates at much larger scale and serves global offshore and naval markets.
• ABB (Motion / Drive Systems): Global industrial leader in drives, motors, and motion control. Directly competes with Elsto and is also Stolk's strategic partner (ABB Value Provider). Comparable across drives, controls, and motor service revenue.
• Nidec Industrial Solutions: Industrial motors, drives, and power electronics business of Nidec Group. Comparable to Stokvis's motor, gearbox, and drive-system offerings across industrial and marine applications.

Direct peers

• VDL Groep:
• Pon Holdings: Dutch family-owned industrial holding operating a portfolio of specialized mobility, equipment, and power-systems businesses. Closely comparable structure and ownership model to Stokvis Group, with overlapping customer bases in commercial vehicles, marine, and industrial equipment.
• SEW-Eurodrive: Family-owned German manufacturer of gearmotors, drive electronics, and mechatronic systems. Closely comparable to Stokvis's Elsto and Stolk Transmission Services in industrial drive and gearbox servicing, with similar private-ownership DNA and strong European industrial footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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