What Elektro Internationaal does

Elektro Internationaal B.V. is a Dutch panel builder and control technology specialist founded in 1979 and headquartered in Woerden, Netherlands. The company designs, engineers, assembles, tests, and commissions custom low-voltage energy distribution panels and control systems in both AC and DC configurations, using primarily Schneider Electric platforms (Okken, Prisma, Cubic) along with proprietary offerings including the in-house developed Ei•PDU hot-swappable intelligent Power Distribution Unit and the Ei•dcgrid DC microgrid built around DC Systems Current Router technology. Solutions range from small distribution boards to megawatt-scale installations up to 4000A, addressing datacenters, hospitals, industrial facilities, utilities, commercial buildings, agriculture, and government customers in the Netherlands and select international markets including Kenya, Tunisia, and Denmark.

The company's revenue model is project-based hardware sales combined with recurring service revenue through its Ei•service division and the cloud-based Projectportaal for post-sale documentation. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year preferred supplier contracts for selected accounts (e.g., Lidl) and standalone project delivery for large enterprise customers. Go-to-market relies on direct enterprise field sales supported by sales engineers and a commercial director, complemented by content marketing (kennis-sessies, news articles, trade press) and the Microgrid Live Lab demonstration facility at the new headquarters.

Elektro Internationaal holds Schneider Master Panel Builder and EcoXpert certifications (highest tier), ISO 9001 (since 1992), ISO 14001, VCA, and EcoVadis Bronze. The company is privately held with no disclosed external investors and is led by General Director Leon van Zelst and Commercial Director John Mooij, with a stated team of over 90 employees and firmographic range of 101-250. Its new October 2024 headquarters achieved the highest possible energy label A+++++, functioning as a live demonstration of its own microgrid solutions.

Name

Elektro Internationaal

Legal name

Elektro Internationaal B.V.

Website

https://ei-woerden.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Elektro Internationaal is a Dutch panel builder and control technology specialist founded in 1979 that designs, assembles, and services custom AC and DC energy distribution systems for datacenters, hospitals, industrial facilities, utilities, and commercial buildings in the Netherlands and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Distribution Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Engine Generator & Microgrid Power Plant EPC (Diesel/Gas Recip) (EUAEAAAJ), Distribution Substations & Switching Stations (MV) EPC (EUAEACAC), Testing, Commissioning & Energization Services (HV) (EUAEABAI), FACTS / Reactive Power & Power Quality Systems EPC (SVC/STATCOM, Capacitor Banks) (EUAEABAE)

Keywords

• Panel construction
• Energy distribution systems
• Microgrid solutions
• Emergency power controls
• Switchgear manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Woerden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Panel Construction & Distribution Equipment: Elektro Internationaal engineers, assembles, tests, and delivers custom energy distribution panels and control systems (AC and DC) to order. Products include main distribution boards, sub-distributors, switchgear, busbar systems, and smart panels. Revenue is generated project-by-project based on engineering complexity, panel specifications, and materials. Projects range from individual panel replacements to large-scale multi-panel installations for datacenters, hospitals, and industrial facilities.
2. Service & Maintenance (Ei•service): On-site service, maintenance, modification, and expansion of existing electrical installations throughout the Netherlands and internationally. Services include replacing circuit breakers, copper work on location, inspection, and generator control upgrades. Revenue is generated through service agreements (transparent packages with clear agreements and invoicing) and ad-hoc service calls.
3. Containerized Power Modules: Design and build of containerized power modules — pre-fabricated low-voltage spaces for rapid deployment of high-quality power supply. Sold as complete units for flexible energy applications.
4. Skids (Prefabricated Low-Voltage Spaces): Prefabricated low-voltage spaces for rapid realization of high-quality energy supply, delivered as modular units.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Elektro Internationaal engineers, assembles, and tests custom electrical distribution panels, control panels, switchgear, busbar systems, containerized power modules, and skids (AC and DC) for utilities, data centers, hospitals, and industrial facilities. The company also delivers smart panels, AC and DC microgrid solutions, UPS systems, the proprietary Ei•PDU hot-swappable power distribution unit, and emergency power control systems, supported by the Ei•service division for installation, modification, and maintenance across the Netherlands.

Product overview

Elektro Internationaal is a panel builder and technical specialist offering an integrated portfolio of energy distribution and control technology solutions. The core offering spans four main categories: (1) Energiedistributie & Besturingstechniek providing switchgear, distribution panels, control panels, DC panels, containerized power modules, skids, and busbar systems; (2) Slim & Duurzaam Energiebeheer offering Smart Panels, AC Microgrid, and the proprietary DC Microgrid (Ei•dcgrid) product; (3) Critical & Uninterruptible Power including UPS systems, the Ei•PDU (hot-swappable intelligent Power Distribution Unit), and Emergency Power Control systems; and (4) Service & Onderhoud (Ei•service) covering maintenance, inspection, installation modifications, and the cloud-based Projectportaal for system documentation access. Supporting services include in-house Engineering for PLC programming and schematic development, the Microgrid Live Lab demonstration facility, and Expert Knowledge Sessions. Products are built primarily within Schneider Electric systems (Okken, Prisma, Masterpact) with proprietary solutions like Ei•PDU and Ei•dcgrid developed in-house. The company operates as a Master Panel Builder certified by Schneider Electric and EcoXpert Digital Panel partner.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Energiedistributie & Besturingstechniek (Energy Distribution & Control Technology) AC and DC solutions for energy supply including switchgear, distribution panels, control panels, DC distribution panels, containerized power modules, skids, and busbar systems with complete engineering services for low-voltage energy distribution systems for industrial, utility, and commercial customers.
• Smart Panels Intelligent distribution panels providing real-time monitoring of connected products with remote status messaging, predictive alerting (trend-break detection, e.g., motor friction), power monitoring, energy management dashboards, and charging management for EV infrastructure for buildings and facilities.
• AC Microgrid Alternating current microgrid solution for grid congestion management and renewable energy optimization, enabling local energy network independence while maintaining grid connection flexibility, integrated with battery storage, solar inverters, and Energy Management System.
• DC Microgrid (Ei•dcgrid) Direct current microgrid solution reducing dependence on grid operators and providing efficient use of self-generated energy, featuring reduced cabling, faster installation, braking energy recovery, and 10-15% improved energy efficiency compared to AC/DC solutions, using Current Routers (CRN) by DC Systems for ultra-fast solid-state protection.
• UPS-systemen (UPS Systems) Uninterruptible power supply and no-break systems ensuring uninterrupted energy supply and continuity of critical processes for data centers, hospitals, and other critical energy users.
• Ei•PDU (Power Distribution Unit) Fully hot-swappable and intelligent Power Distribution Unit designed and engineered in-house by Elektro Internationaal for processes dependent on continuous voltage supply, featuring hot-swappable modules for critical power applications in data centers and critical facilities.
• Noodstroombesturing (Emergency Power Control) Design, installation, maintenance, and renovation of emergency power control systems integrated with UPS, generator, and grid power sources, including Static Transfer Switch (STS) panels with IP55 enclosures from solutions by SIM Holland, Koninklijke Van Twist, and Zwart Techniek.
• Ei•service (Service & Maintenance) Comprehensive service offering for electrical installers and system owners covering energy distribution and control technology, including modification and expansion of installations, maintenance and inspection, replacement of circuit breakers, and on-site copper work throughout the Netherlands and internationally.
• Projectportaal (Project Portal) Cloud-based project management application providing customers access to inspection reports, photos, and system documentation via QR code on system cabinets, enabling anytime/anywhere access to system data for modifications, maintenance, and interventions as part of the Ei•service offering.
• Containerized Power Modules Containerized pre-fabricated low-voltage spaces for rapid deployment of high-quality power supply, providing scalable and flexible energy infrastructure for diverse applications.
• Skids (Prefabricated Low-Voltage Spaces) Prefabricated low-voltage spaces for rapid realization of high-quality energy supply installations, delivered as modular units for various customer applications.
• Busbar Systemen (Busbar Systems) Busbar systems for distributing energy in higher powers over longer distances, offering advantages in safety, sustainability, and flexibility compared to traditional cable installations.
• Engineering Services In-house engineering services including PLC programs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Schneider Electric), HMI/touchscreen software, schematic development using EPLAN P8 and SEE Electrical, terminal strips, cable lists, cabinet layouts, distribution panel design, and energy management system configuration.

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationElektro Internationaal holds Master Panel Builder and EcoXpert partner status with Schneider Electric. The company engineers and assembles panels in Schneider systems (Okken, Prisma, Cubic) and integrates Schneider components (Masterpact MTZ, NSX breakers, PowerTag, PowerLogiC, IFE, Smartlink, PanelServer PAS500). Employees have obtained Master EcoXpert Digital Panel and PME certifications through Schneider University. A Memorandum of Understanding on innovation partnership was signed during a customer event.
• DC SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationDC Systems, a pioneer in DC technology, developed the Current Routers (CRN) — Solid State safety equipment used in Elektro Internationaal's Ei•dcgrid DC microgrid solution. DC Systems and Elektro Internationaal co-developed the bi-directional Active Front End (AFE) converter panel, which Elektro Internationaal has produced 18+ units for and has 10 more on order.
• Santon Holland (Circuit Breaker Services)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElektro Internationaal entered a strategic partnership with Santon Holland's Circuit Breaker Services product line, offering new possibilities for testing, maintaining, and replacing end-of-life circuit breakers from various manufacturers.
• FMEminorOthersElektro Internationaal is a member of FME, the Dutch entrepreneurs' organization for the technological industry with over 2,300 members. FME advocates to the government for a robust and agile sector with innovation as a top priority.
• Federatie Paneelbouw (Fedet)minorOthersElektro Internationaal is a member of the Federation of Panel Builders (part of Fedet), which is committed to maintaining panel building in the Netherlands through knowledge sharing, innovation, and inspiring young people to join the profession.
• Onshore Power Supply Network (OPSN)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElektro Internationaal is a member of OPSN, partnering with pioneers in shore power and direct current to develop the best ways to provide shore power facilities for making the shipping industry more sustainable.
• Current/OSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElektro Internationaal partnered with Current/OS to develop standards for second grid (direct current) solutions with the aim of relieving the traditional power grid.
• CircolektraminorOthersElektro Internationaal is affiliated with Circolektra — a circular chain initiative for collecting old distribution boards and components with the aim of achieving the highest degree of circularity.
• Kropman InstallatietechniekminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerKropman Installatietechniek was the main contractor for the a.s.r. Green Parking project. Elektro Internationaal supplied electrical panels for the project in close collaboration with Kropman.
• Ferm Werk (Woerden)minorOthersFerm Werk brings people distanced from the labor market in contact with Elektro Internationaal, enabling them to develop into valuable employees.
• SBR Elektromontage (Alphen a/d Rijn)minorOthersSBR Elektromontage provides Elektro Internationaal with employees who have some basic knowledge of electrotechnology and are seeking to grow further in the field.
• Brancheplan VerpakkingenminorOthersElektro Internationaal is a member of Brancheplan Verpakkingen with a focus on reducing packaging materials.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Rittal: Global enclosure and panel-building supplier offering system cabinets, busbar, climate control and automation infrastructure. Comparable to Elektro Internationaal in the panel construction value chain, particularly in industrial automation and switchgear assembly.
• Siemens: Global broad-line supplier of low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, building automation and microgrid solutions. Comparable to Elektro Internationaal across industrial panel building and power distribution, though Siemens offers full portfolio from a much larger installed base.
• Hager Group: European-based manufacturer of low-voltage distribution boards, panel systems, busbar and energy management solutions. Closely comparable to Elektro Internationaal in custom panel building and distribution boards, particularly across commercial and industrial European projects.
• Legrand: Global electrical and digital building infrastructure company offering distribution boards, busbar, UPS and energy management. Comparable to Elektro Internationaal in low-voltage panel construction and building-level power distribution.
• Eaton: Global power management company offering switchgear, power distribution, UPS and microgrid systems. Comparable to Elektro Internationaal in switchgear and critical-power segments, with overlapping datacenter, industrial and utility customers.
• ABB: Global electrical equipment incumbent offering switchgear, distribution panels, microgrid and power quality solutions. Comparable to Elektro Internationaal across switchgear/panel systems and increasingly in microgrid/grid-edge technology, though at vastly larger scale and as part of a full industrial portfolio.
• Schneider Electric: Global electrical equipment and energy management leader whose Okken, Prisma, Cubic, Masterpact and PME platforms underpin most of Elektro Internationaal's panel builds. Comparable as both a core technology partner and a broad incumbent competing for the same end customers in distribution, datacenter and microgrid projects.

Direct peers

• Alfen: Dutch specialist in smart grid solutions, energy storage, microgrids and EV charging infrastructure. Directly comparable to Elektro Internationaal in the AC/DC microgrid and grid-congestion segments, competing for the same Dutch utility, datacenter and commercial building customers.

Emerging players

• DC Systems: Dutch pioneer in DC technology whose Solid State Current Routers (CRN) underpin Elektro Internationaal's Ei•dcgrid. Comparable as a co-developer and adjacent emerging player in DC microgrids and direct-current distribution solutions addressing Dutch grid congestion.

Others

• Kropman Installatietechniek: Dutch technical installer that partnered with Elektro Internationaal on the a.s.r. Green Parking project. Comparable as a Dutch building-side electrical contractor, channel partner and competitor for related installation scopes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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