What B&W International does

B&W International GmbH is a German manufacturer founded in 1998 and headquartered in Ibbenbüren, Germany, producing protective transport cases and custom packaging solutions built primarily from polypropylene (PP) and ABS materials. The company serves exclusively B2B customers and offers a catalog of more than 200 pre-configured case and bag solutions spanning tool cases, multipurpose cases, drone cases, certified battery transport cases, bike and folding bike transport cases, Starlink/satcom cases, and mobile energy cases. Custom case manufacturing — covering tailored foam interiors, branded exteriors, and integrated technical installations — is offered alongside the catalog in small-batch and series volumes.

Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales of both catalog and bespoke products under quote-based pricing, with no public list prices and sales restricted to commercial buyers. Distribution combines dedicated regional sales directors (North America, India, Africa & Middle East, Spain, France), a searchable dealer and distributor network, online retailers, and direct contact forms; the group operates across 5 own locations and distributes to 75 countries. Customer segments include industrial users, craftsmen and skilled trades, mobile energy and battery logistics, defense, bike transport, photo/video/drone, and rescue/safety. B&W supplements the core business with wholly-owned B&W PolyEngineering subsidiaries in Türkheim (Germany), Tarragona, and Barcelona (Spain) for in-house plastics engineering, blow molding, and injection molding, and operates sub-brands B&W Powered Solutions (mobile energy) and the B&W EcoSystem (bundled service framework).

Name

B&W International

Legal name

B&W International GmbH

Website

https://b-w-international.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

B&W International GmbH is a German B2B manufacturer of protective transport cases and custom packaging solutions made from PP and ABS, serving industrial, trade, defense, bike, drone, and mobile-energy customers across 75 countries from its Ibbenbüren headquarters and five production locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Protective Cases & Industrial Packaging

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Crates & Cases (Wooden/Plastic/Metal, Export Cases) (IMALAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hazardous Materials & UN-Certified Bulk Packaging (IMALAGAH)

Keywords

• Protective transport cases
• Industrial packaging solutions
• Custom case manufacturing
• Bike transport cases
• Battery transport cases

Headquarters

HQ city

Ibbenbüren

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Protective Case Sales: Sale of standardized and customized protective transport cases, tool cases, multi-purpose cases, drone cases, battery transport cases, bike transport cases, and storage containers. Both pre-configured and made-to-order solutions.
2. Custom Case Manufacturing: Bespoke case solutions including custom interiors, branding, and technical installations. Available in small quantities as well as large series production.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

B&W International manufactures and sells over 200 pre-configured protective cases and bags (tool cases, energy cases, Starlink cases, battery transport cases, multipurpose cases, drone cases, transport/storage containers, and bike/folding bike transport cases) made from polypropylene (PP) and ABS. The company also produces bespoke case solutions including custom interiors, custom branding, and integrated technical installations, primarily for B2B customers across industrial, defense, mobile energy, and outdoor segments.

Product overview

B&W International is a German manufacturer of robust protective cases, industrial cases, and certified transport solutions for B2B applications. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Ibbenbüren, Germany, the company operates with approximately 200 employees and distributes to 75 countries. The product portfolio includes over 200 pre-designed case and bag solutions across categories: Tool Cases (PP.264 Jumbo 6600, PP.435 Jumbo 6700), Energy Cases for mobile power, Starlink Transport Cases, Battery Transport Cases, Multipurpose Cases, Drone Cases, Transport and Storage Containers, Bike Transport Cases, and Folding Bike Transport Cases. The company operates under the 'B&W Ecosystem' approach, offering not only pre-designed products but also customization options including Custom Interiors (customized inlays), Custom Branding (colors, logos, designs), and Technical Installations (integrated technical systems). Additional services encompass consulting, logistics, maintenance contracts, spare parts supply, quality certification, and project management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• B&W Powered Solutions: Mobile energy solutions including energy cases
• B&W EcoSystem

Products and services

• Tool Cases and Bags Robust tool cases and bags with intelligent organization for professionals, including PP.264 Jumbo 6600 and PP.435 Jumbo 6700 polypropylene (PP) models with aluminum divider systems, smooth-rolling wheels, and gas pressure springs. Designed for craftspeople, technicians, and trade professionals needing secure and accessible tool storage.
• Energy Cases Mobile energy cases delivering reliable, flexible, and safe power supply for use anywhere under any conditions, sold under the B&W Powered Solutions sub-brand.
• Starlink Transport Cases Specialized transport cases designed for Starlink satellite internet equipment, providing robust protection for satcom devices during transport.
• Battery Transport Cases Certified case solutions protecting intact and defective batteries, tested and compliant with international hazardous goods regulations.
• Multipurpose Cases Waterproof, shockproof, and temperature-resistant cases that secure equipment reliably, even under extreme conditions. Used by professional sports clubs (e.g., SC Preussen Münster) for workflow optimization.
• Drone Cases Impact-resistant, weatherproof case solutions for drones, control units, and sensors, providing optimal protection for every mission including defense and commercial drone operations.
• Transport and Storage Containers Robust, certified transport and storage containers suitable for defense and industrial applications, ready for any mission.
• Bike Transport Cases Maximum protection and smart design for safe bicycle travel, used by professional cyclists such as Hannah Beck and Duncan Shaw for international competition and training camp transport.
• Folding Bike Transport Cases Transport cases specifically designed for folding bicycles, offering protection and convenience for mobile cycling solutions.
• Individual Cases (Custom Cases) Bespoke customized case solutions precisely tailored to individual requirements, including custom interiors, custom branding, and technical installations integrated into rugged case solutions. Available in small quantities as well as large series production.

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• B&W PolyEngineering Türkheim (Kunststofftechnik)coreOthersRelated company within the B&W Group specializing in plastic engineering located in Türkheim, Germany.
• B&W PolyEngineering TarragonacoreOthersRelated company within the B&W Group located in Tarragona, Spain, operating via plasbox.com.
• B&W PolyEngineering BarcelonacoreOthersRelated company within the B&W Group located in Barcelona, Spain, operating via kitther.com.
• B&W PolyEngineering Türkheim (HOFBauer)coreOthersRelated company within the B&W Group specializing in blow molding solutions located in Türkheim, Germany.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Explorer Cases: Explorer Cases (by GT Line) is an Italian manufacturer of waterproof and dustproof protective cases for professional, military, and outdoor use. It overlaps directly with B&W's multipurpose, tool, and defense case lines.
• SKB Cases: SKB is a US-based manufacturer of molded protective cases for musical instruments, pro audio, military, and industrial applications. It directly competes with B&W International in injection-molded and roto-molded cases for B2B and prosumer customers.
• Pelican Products: Pelican is a global leader in protective cases used for transport and storage of sensitive equipment across defense, industrial, and consumer markets. It is the most direct competitor to B&W International's PP/ABS protective case portfolio, with overlapping products in tool, drone, and military cases.
• HPRC (Hard Resin Composite Cases): HPRC is an Italian manufacturer of high-impact resin cases for photographic, broadcasting, military, and industrial equipment. It is a direct European competitor in the protective case category B&W serves, particularly for photo/video, drone, and defense applications.
• Gator Cases: Gator Cases is a US manufacturer of protective cases and bags for musical instruments, pro audio, AV, and industrial applications. It is a direct peer in molded and soft protective cases serving B2B and prosumer channels.
• ZARGES: ZARGES is a German manufacturer of aluminum cases, containers, and access solutions serving industrial, defense, and logistics customers. It is a direct European competitor to B&W International in protective transport cases and certified containers for hazardous goods and defense.
• Nanuk Cases: Nanuk designs and manufactures protective cases for industries including photography, outdoor, military, and industrial. It is a direct peer in PP-based hard cases with similar custom foam and configurable interior systems targeting the same B2B and prosumer customers.

Others

• B&W PolyEngineering Türkheim: B&W PolyEngineering subsidiaries are part of the B&W Group and operate plastics engineering, blow molding, and injection molding. While not external competitors, they describe the vertical-manufacturing capability that defines B&W International's supply chain footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Peli-Hardigg (Pelican Hardigg): Peli-Hardigg is Pelican's line of rack-mount and rotationally molded military/industrial cases. As a broad incumbent, it competes across B&W's defense, transport container, and industrial case categories with a much larger installed base.
• Schoeller Allibert: Schoeller Allibert is a large European manufacturer of returnable transit packaging, containers, and crates for industrial logistics. It is a broader incumbent that competes at the upper end of B&W's transport and storage container range.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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