Presswood

What Presswood does

Presswood Verkoopmaatschappij B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of compressed wood-fiber pallets and complementary load-carrier packaging products, headquartered at Lokhorstweg 13A in Ermelo, Netherlands. The company operates as the dedicated sales entity for wood-fiber pallets within the Vierhouten Groep, a privately held Dutch packaging and transport conglomerate whose sister companies include Big Bags Europe, Euroblock, HTH Transport, Inka Pallets, Mondipal, Portex Holland, and PW Container. Presswood's portfolio comprises twelve standard pallet SKUs spanning 600x400mm quarter-euro formats through 1140x1140mm container-optimized pallets, five cardboard palletbox models, and three foldable wooden side frames (opzetranden) in 800x600mm, 1200x800mm, and 1000x1200mm sizes.

Manufacturing relies on a single-process technology: dried wood fibers and chips sourced from post-consumer recycled wood waste are mixed with an environmentally friendly resin and pressed under extreme conditions (300°C, 1,000 tonnes pressure) into a monolithic, nail-free, splinter-free structure. The heat treatment inherent to the process eliminates pests and fungi, classifying the pallets as 'processed wood' under the IPPC's ISPM 15 standard and granting automatic exemption from heat treatment, fumigation, and IPPC stamping for international export. Finished pallets carry a moisture content of 6-8%, support static loads up to 1,250 kg in Heavy Duty variants, and nest empty to occupy up to 75% less storage space than traditional wooden pallets. All products are FSC Recycled 100% and PEFC certified.

Presswood sells through a hybrid direct-and-channel model. Direct sales are conducted via the company website (presswood.nl), phone, and online quote-request forms with response times within one business day, supported by downloadable brochures. Distribution is complemented by twelve named resellers across the Netherlands and Belgium and a broader network of more than 100 sales points spanning Europe and global markets. Pricing is quote-based with volume-tiered minimum order quantities ranging from 50 to 220 units depending on model, plus a diesel surcharge of 12% applicable for June and July 2026. The customer base is diversified across five vertical segments: logistics service providers and distribution centers, air and sea freight exporters, e-commerce and retail organizations, pharmaceutical and food industries, and automotive, chemical, and high-tech manufacturing. No revenue, headcount, or financial performance figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Presswood

Legal name

Presswood Verkoopmaatschappij B.V.

Website

https://presswood.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Presswood Verkoopmaatschappij B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of compressed wood-fiber pallets, cardboard palletboxes, and foldable side frames, serving logistics providers, freight exporters, e-commerce retailers, pharmaceutical/food industries, and industrial manufacturers across Europe and worldwide via direct sales and a 100+ point distribution network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Pallet Manufacturing

NAICS

Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing (32192), Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing (321920), Reconstituted Wood Product Manufacturing (321219)

SIC

Millwood, Veneer, Plywood, & Structural Wood Members (2430)

akta.pro primary industry

Pallets (Wood, Plastic, Metal, Presswood) (IMALAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Material Handling Protective Accessories (Slip Sheets, Corner Boards, Pallet Collars) (IMALAFAN), Wood Pallets, Crates & Industrial Wood Packaging (IMADADAJ)

Keywords

• Pressed wood pallets
• Wood fiber pallets
• ISPM 15 export pallets
• Nestable industrial pallets
• Sustainable pallet manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Ermelo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pressed Wood Pallets Sales: Presswood manufactures and sells pressed wood fibre pallets directly and through resellers. The product range includes pallets in various standard sizes (F44, F36, F64, F66V, F86, F8LF5, F8LF1, F8LF2, F76, F10-4, F10-2, F11), pallet boxes, and folding side frames. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales, with volume-based pricing (tiered discounts for minimum order quantities).
2. Palletbox and Opzetrand (Side Frame) Sales: In addition to pallets, Presswood sells pallet boxes (PWB421, PWB635, PWB810, PWB850, PWB870) and folding wooden side frames (opzetranden) in various standard sizes. These are sold as separate products to complement the pallet range.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Presswood manufactures and sells pressed wood fiber (houtvezelpallets) pallets produced from 100% recycled wood waste mixed with environmentally friendly resin and pressed under high pressure and temperature into a monolithic, nail-free, splinter-free structure. The product range includes 12 standardized pallet sizes (F44, F36, F64, F66V, F86, F8LF5, F8LF1, F8LF2, F76, F10-4, F10-2, F11), 5 cardboard palletbox models (PWB421, PWB635, PWB810, PWB850, PWB870), and foldable wooden side frames (opzetranden) for transforming pallets into storage boxes. The pallets are nestable, ISPM 15-exempt for worldwide export, FSC and PEFC certified, and fully recyclable.

Product overview

Presswood is a manufacturer of compressed wood fiber pallets (houtvezelpallets) and related log istical packaging solutions. The product portfolio centers on 12 distinct pallet models (F44, F36, F64, F66V, F86, F8LF5, F8LF1, F8LF2, F76, F10-4, F10-2, F11) ranging from compact 600x400mm quarter-euro pallets to large 1140x1140mm container pallets. These nestable pallets are manufactured from recycled wood fibers compressed under high pressure and temperature, eliminating the need for nails or screws and meeting ISPM15 export requirements without additional treatment. The offering expands through 5 palletbox models (PWB421, PWB635, PWB810, PWB850, PWB870) which are cardboard boxes that mount onto pallets via plug connectors, and 3 foldable pallet frame options (800x600mm, 1200x800mm, 1000x1200mm) for creating storage boxes. All products feature FSC and PEFC certification and are distributed through a network of over 100 sales points across Europe and worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• F44 Houtvezelpallet (600x400mm) Compact quarter europallet display pallet made of compressed wood fibers, weighing 2.5-5kg with 250kg load capacity. Nestable design saves up to 70% storage space. ISPM15-exempt for worldwide export.
• F36 Houtvezelpallet (800x400mm) One-third europallet display pallet weighing 3-3.5kg with 500kg standard load capacity (1000kg Heavy Duty). Nestable with 180 units per stack, saving 70% storage space.
• F64 Houtvezelpallet (800x600mm) Half europallet display pallet weighing 5-5.5kg with 500kg standard load capacity (1000kg Heavy Duty). Nestable with 120 units per europallet position, saving 66-70% space. Most sold model in the range.
• F66V Houtvezelpallet (800x600mm) Half europallet pallet with 500kg standard load capacity (1000kg Heavy Duty). Most popular model with 6-8% moisture content. Nestable design saves 70% storage space.
• F86 Houtvezelpallet (1200x800mm) Standard europallet format weighing approximately 8.5kg with 350kg load capacity. 4-way entry design. Nestable with 60 units per stack, saving 70% space. ISPM15-exempt for worldwide export.
• F8LF5 Houtvezelpallet (1200x800mm) Standard europallet weighing approximately 8.5kg with 600kg dynamic load capacity. 4-way entry. Nestable with 60 units per stack. 6-8% moisture content. ISPM15-exempt.
• F8LF1 Houtvezelpallet (1200x800mm) Full europallet with 900kg standard load capacity (1250kg Heavy Duty). Weighs 10.5-11.5kg. 9 reinforced legs. 4-way entry. Nestable with 50 units per stack saving 60-70% space.
• F8LF2 Houtvezelpallet (1200x800mm) Europallet with integrated strapping recesses for securing loads. 900kg standard capacity (1250kg Heavy Duty). Weighs 10.5-11.5kg. 4-way entry with 9 legs. Nestable saving 70% space.
• F76 Houtvezelpallet (1140x760mm) Container-optimized pallet (CP5 format) weighing approximately 10kg with 900kg capacity (1250kg Heavy Duty). Designed for optimal ISO sea container utilization with 31 pallets per 40ft container layer.
• F10-4 Houtvezelpallet (1200x1000mm) Industry/block pallet weighing approximately 13kg with 600kg dynamic capacity. Compatible with CP1 and CP6 pallets. 4-way entry with 9 legs. Nestable with 60 units per stack saving 66-70% space.
• F10-2 Houtvezelpallet (1200x1000mm) Heavy-duty industry/block pallet weighing 14-15kg with 900kg capacity (1250kg Heavy Duty). Higher density than F10-4 for heavier applications. 4-way entry. Nestable with 50 units per stack.
• F11 Houtvezelpallet (1140x1140mm) Square container and big bag pallet weighing approximately 15kg with 900kg capacity (1250kg Heavy Duty). Perfect fit for ISO sea containers and Big Bags (FIBC). 4-way entry. Nestable saving 70% space.
• Palletbox PWB421 Compact cardboard palletbox for F44 pallets (600x400mm). Dimensions 580x380x470mm with 0.1m3 volume and 250kg load capacity. Quick assembly using plug system to convert the pallet into a storage box.
• Palletbox PWB635 Medium cardboard palletbox for F64 pallets (800x600mm). Dimensions 780x580x750mm with 500kg load capacity. Quick assembly using plug system.
• Palletbox PWB810 Large cardboard palletbox for F8 pallets (1200x800mm). Dimensions 780x1180x1070mm with 1.0m3 volume and 900kg load capacity. Quick assembly using plug system.
• Palletbox PWB850 Cardboard palletbox for 1200x800mm pallets. Dimensions 1180x780x770mm. Double-wall corrugated cardboard construction with plastic plug mounting. ISPM15-compliant base pallet.
• Palletbox PWB870 Cardboard palletbox for 1200x800mm pallets. Outer dimensions 1200x800x770mm, inner 1180x780x750mm. Double-wall corrugated construction. Quick plastic plug assembly. Export-ready with ISPM15-compliant pallet.
• Opzetrand 800x600 Foldable wooden pallet frame for 800x600mm pallets. Transforms pallets into storage boxes or transport crates. Weight 7.6kg. Hinged corners for compact folding. Reusable. ISPM15-proof.
• Opzetrand 1200x800 Foldable wooden pallet frame for 1200x800mm pallets. Weight 8.6kg. Transforms pallets into storage boxes. Hinged design. Reusable. ISPM15-proof.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 75% reduction in storage and return transport space through nestable design
• +5 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered standard and core.

• AntalisstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAntalis (Wittevrouwen 15, 1358 CD Almere, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 36 539 44 44) is a reseller of Presswood pallets in the Netherlands.
• DS80 VerpakkingenstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDS80 (Kazemat 1, 3905 NR Veenendaal, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 318 53 17 49) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• Jip BedrijfssuperstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJip (Jonkersloot 1, 8502 TW Joure, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 513 48 18 18) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• ManutanstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManutan (Elandlaan 2, 3734 CP Den Dolder, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 30 229 62 11) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• Moonen PackagingstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMoonen Packaging (Oude Graaf 15, 6002 NL Weert, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 495 58 17 60) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• PanhuijsenstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPanhuijsen (Boogschutterstraat 14, 5015 BW Tilburg, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 13 583 58 35) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• Rajapack / RecypackstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRajapack (Hoogeind II Minervum 7439C-D, 4817 ZG Breda, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 800 224 24 24) and Recypack (Hendrik Figeeweg 1, 2031 BJ Haarlem, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 23 555 25 00) are resellers of Presswood pallets.
• RotomstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRotom (Ekkersrijt 1428, 5692 AK Son, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 499 49 10 10) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• StoropackstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStoropack (Mechelsesteenweg 588/B, 1800 Vilvoorde, Belgium, tel: +32 2 756 80 90) is a reseller of Presswood pallets in Belgium.
• TopastandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTopa (Torenlaan 10, 2215 RW Voorhout, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 252 24 52 00) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• VermeijstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVermeij (Stuartweg 21, 4131 NH Vianen, Netherlands, tel: +31 0 347 371 16 64) is a reseller of Presswood pallets.
• Vierhouten GroepcoreOthersPresswood Verkoopmij BV is a subsidiary of the Vierhouten Groep (Vierhouten Group), which consists of several companies with a shared goal of creating smart, environmentally friendly solutions for packaging and transport. Sister companies include Big Bags Europe BV, Euroblock BV, HTH Transport BV, Inka Pallets Ltd, IJzer en Schroothandel BV, Mondipal BV, Portex Holland BV, and PW Container BV.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Cabka Group: Cabka Group manufactures recycled plastic pallets and large containers (ECOBULK, IPS). Comparable as a competing alternative-pallet category incumbent offering lightweight, nestable, export-ready pallets to logistics and industrial customers similar to Presswood's target segments.
• IFCO Systems: IFCO is a global pooling provider of reusable plastic pallets and containers (RPCs). Comparable as a broad incumbent in the reusable pallet/logistics packaging category whose pooling model and plastic alternatives overlap with Presswood's export pallet offering.
• Schoeller Allibert: Schoeller Allibert is a European leader in reusable plastic packaging and bulk containers. It is comparable as an established reusable-transit packaging incumbent whose plastic pallets and large containers compete for the same industrial and logistics customers as Presswood pallets and pallet boxes.
• Brambles (CHEP): Brambles operates the CHEP pallet pooling network, the dominant incumbent in pallet supply globally. It is comparable as the largest established player in the broader pallet category, against which presswood alternatives must compete for share of logistics spend.

Direct peers

• Falkenhahn AG: Falkenhahn AG (Germany) is one of Europe's leading producers of presswood / molded wood fiber pallets (Houtvezelpallets / Pressholzpalletten). It directly competes with Presswood on ISPM 15-exempt, nestable pressed wood pallets sold to DACH-region logistics and export customers.
• Pallite Group: Pallite Group (UK) manufactures paper-based and composite pallets (Pallite Pixel, Gamma) targeting export, ISPM 15 compliance, and warehouse automation. Directly comparable as a non-wood alternative pallet specialist competing for the same sustainability-conscious and export logistics buyers.
• Litco International: Litco International (US) is one of the original presswood pallet manufacturers under the 'Unitized' brands. It competes head-to-head with Presswood in the North American and global export markets for molded wood fiber pallets using the same high-pressure, heat-based process.
• Mondipal: Mondipal is a sister company within Vierhouten Groep producing block pallets and wooden pallet solutions. It is directly comparable as part of the same corporate group offering complementary pallet products to overlapping European logistics customers.
• Inka Pallets: Inka Pallets is a sister company within Vierhouten Groep that produces compressed wood fiber (presswood) pallets. It is the closest direct competitor because it uses near-identical monolithic wood-fiber pressing technology and targets the same export, ISPM 15-exempt, and logistics segments.

Regional players

• EPAL (European Pallet Association): EPAL is the licensing body for the EUR/EPAL standard wooden pallet, the dominant European pallet specification. Comparable as the standardization incumbent in the European pallet market whose wooden pallet standard Presswood alternatives seek to displace in export and automation use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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