Leyendecker

What Leyendecker does

Leyendecker GmbH is a Wuppertal-based, founder-owned event technology provider founded in 1996 by Marcus and Ingo Leyendecker. The company delivers integrated full-service event production across six core disciplines: audio, lighting, video, rigging, kinetic elements, and event design, supplemented by 3D event planning for visualization and a Dry Hire equipment rental channel for self-sufficient commercial clients. It operates from a Wuppertal headquarters with over 9,000 sqm of warehouse space and a Berlin regional office, and extends its reach through a worldwide partner network to execute 200+ events annually.

The business model is project-based professional services: clients receive end-to-end technical execution from planning through delivery, priced via custom quotes rather than published rate cards. The go-to-market is direct B2B sales into a diversified enterprise client base across automotive (Volkswagen, BMW, Porsche, Skoda), technology/telecommunications (Deutsche Telekom), sports/motorsport (ADAC, Formula E, Special Olympics), and media/entertainment (Berlinale, OMR Festival). The company also serves event agencies, trade fair builders, and concert promoters as a technical execution partner. Workforce stands at 150 permanent employees plus 13 apprentices added in 2025, with no external investors, parent company, or M&A activity disclosed.

The firm is positioned as a mid-market German Mittelstand event technology specialist with strong brand equity from 25+ years at high-profile venues and productions. It maintains industry affiliations (Fairpflichtet sustainability initiative, 100% Supporter of the Ausbildungsinitiative training program) and runs a multi-decade apprenticeship program, signaling institutional commitment to workforce development. No quantitative financial data, AI capabilities, or proprietary technology patents are disclosed in the source material.

Name

Leyendecker

Legal name

Leyendecker GmbH

Website

https://lleyendecker.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Leyendecker GmbH is a German, founder-owned full-service event technology provider delivering audio, lighting, video, rigging, kinetic, and design solutions for corporate events, trade shows, concerts, and sports productions from Wuppertal and Berlin, serving enterprise clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Technology Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Event Technical Production Management & Crew (MPAGAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Production & Technical Services (AV, Lighting, Staging) (BPAFAGAB), Staging & Rigging Services (MPAGAKAA), Touring & Event Logistics (Trucking, Freight, Backline, Crew) (MPAGAAAH)

Keywords

• Event technology services
• Audio visual solutions
• Event rigging services
• Concert lighting services
• Trade fair technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Wuppertal

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Event Technology Services: Full-service provision of event technology including audio, lighting, video, rigging, and kinetic solutions for corporate events, concerts, festivals, trade shows, congresses, sports events, and public events. Revenue is generated through project-based professional services from planning through execution.
2. Equipment Rental (Dry Hire): Rental of event technology equipment to commercial customers who wish to operate the equipment themselves, providing flexibility for clients with internal technical capabilities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Leyendecker is a full-service event technology provider delivering audio, lighting, video, rigging, kinetic solutions, and event design for corporate events, trade fairs, congresses, sports events, concerts, festivals, public events, and theater productions. The company handles projects end-to-end — from idea development, design, and 3D event planning through on-site execution — and also offers Dry Hire equipment rental for commercial customers who operate the technology themselves.

Product overview

Leyendecker is a full-service event technology provider offering an integrated portfolio of six core service areas: Audio, Lighting, Video, Rigging, Kinetic, and Design solutions. These services work together as a comprehensive event technology package, supported by Dry Hire equipment rental for commercial customers. The company delivers complete solutions from planning through execution, including 3D event planning, idea development, and design services, targeting corporate events, trade shows, sports events, concerts, festivals, public events, and theater productions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Audio Solutions Professional customized audio and sound systems for events ranging from conferences to concerts, delivering first-class sound quality. Designed for corporate events, trade shows, concerts, festivals, sports events, and public events.
• Lighting Solutions Lighting design and illumination technology services that create the appropriate atmosphere for events, skillfully staging performances and venues for corporate events, trade shows, concerts, and other productions.
• Video Solutions Video solutions including live streams and videowalls that make content experiences tangible with impressive image quality, serving corporate events, trade shows, concerts, and festivals.
• Rigging Solutions Professional rigging services ensuring precise and safe installation of event technology, combining safety with aesthetics for venues, concerts, theater, and large-scale productions.
• Kinetic Solutions Kinetic solutions bringing movement to events through dynamic elements and effects, creating fascination through dynamic installations for stage shows, concerts, and immersive productions.
• Event Design Event design services that technically implement events with an eye for aesthetics and brand messaging, including idea development, 3D event planning, and overall concept creation across the full event portfolio.
• Dry Hire Equipment Rental Equipment rental service for commercial customers, offering individual solutions and custom constructions for event technology needs. Targets clients with internal technical capabilities who prefer self-service technical solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 events realized per year worldwide
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CulturespacescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial technology services partner for Phoenix des Lumières - the immersive art center at Dortmund's Phoenixplatz. Leyendecker provides event technology services including lighting, audio, and technical support for the venue's installations.
• Worldwide Partner NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal partner network enabling worldwide event technology coverage and logistics support for international events and projects outside primary German locations.
• SCC EventsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with SCC Events for BMW Berlin Marathon EXPO, providing technical services for the expo area at Tempelhof Airport venue.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights12 records

Broad incumbents

• NEP Group: Global provider of broadcast and event production services including live event technical solutions, AV, and staging. Overlaps with Leyendecker in event technology and production but operates predominantly in broadcast/media services.
• PRG (Production Resource Group): Global leader in event production services and entertainment technology with the largest equipment inventory in the industry. Competes with Leyendecker for large international productions and mega-events, but operates at a much larger scale and broader geographic footprint.

Direct peers

• VOK DAMS: German event and live-marketing agency providing full-service event conception, organization, and technical production. Already cited as a Leyendecker customer and competitor—operates in the same German enterprise event services space with comparable client base.
• Riedel Communications: German-headquartered provider of event communications, intercom, and signal distribution solutions for live events, broadcast, and entertainment. Overlaps with Leyendecker in event technology infrastructure, particularly for large-scale productions and festivals.
• AED group: Belgian-headquartered event technology company providing AV, lighting, video, and rigging equipment rental and production services across Europe. Comparable full-service competitor with similar business model and European geographic focus.
• Neumann&Müller: German event technology and event services company specializing in audio, lighting, video, and rigging for corporate events, congresses, and live productions. Comparable mid-sized DACH peer in the full-service event technology segment.
• Habegger: Swiss-headquartered full-service event technology provider offering audio, lighting, video, rigging, and staging services across DACH and Europe. Closely comparable in business model (full-service, project-based, German-speaking core market) and service breadth to Leyendecker.
• Gahrens + Battermann: German full-service event technology and media systems provider serving corporate events, trade shows, and conferences across DACH. Direct competitor in the German enterprise event services market with comparable service portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@lleyendeckereventsolutions
• Facebookfacebook.com/LLEYENDECKER
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/leyendecker-gmbh
• Instagraminstagram.com/lleyendecker

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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