Draka Holding

Name

Draka Holding

Legal name

Draka

Website

https://draka.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Cable Manufacturing

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592)

SIC

Miscellaneous Electrical Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (3690)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Wire & Cable (Residential/Commercial) (IMADAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Control, Instrumentation & Automation Cable (IMADAMAC), Data, Communications & Fiber Optic Cable (IMADAMAD), Flexible Cords, Portable Power & Cord Sets (IMADAMAI)

Keywords

• Electrical cable manufacturing
• Power cable systems
• Installation cables
• Medium voltage cables
• Telecom data cables

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

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, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Cable Product Sales: Draka generates revenue through the sale of cable products including installation cables, data cables, instrumentation cables, flexible cables, and power cables to construction, infrastructure, and utility customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Draka Holding B.V. manufactures and supplies electrical and special purpose cables for construction, infrastructure, utilities, and telecom applications. The company offers installation cables, medium and high voltage power cables, data cables, fire-resistant cables, EV charging cables, and offshore-rated cables under branded product lines such as E-LINE, P-LASER, ALUPAC, Barnicol, Profit, S1NGLE SPE, Tecsun, VD, and VULT/HULT. Operations are supported by a manufacturing facility in Emmen and the Experience Center Connect for customer demonstrations.

Product overview

Draka is a trusted Dutch cable supplier and brand under Prysmian Group, operating as the world's largest cable manufacturer. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of cable products organized into several categories: installation cables for fixed installations in buildings, ships, industry and infrastructure; power and control cables for industrial applications; data communication cables for digital networks; specialty cables including fire-resistant, EMC-compliant, and offshore-rated products; and electric vehicle charging solutions. The portfolio includes branded product lines such as E-LINE, ALUPAC, Barnicol, P-LASER, Profit, S1NGLE SPE, Tecsun, VD, and VULT/HULT. Beyond physical products, Draka provides digital services including CableApp for cable calculations, PryCam for cable monitoring, Pry.ID for cable traceability, and Click-Fit quick-connect systems. The company also offers technical support, a product catalog with online ordering, CPR compliance certification support, and sustainability initiatives including drum return services. Draka serves the construction, electrification, industry, infrastructure, renewables, and telecom sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• E-LINE: Installation cable product line
• ALUPAC
• Barnicol
• Control Cable
• Data Cable
• EMC
• EVC/EVCS
• Fire Resistant Power Cable
• Instruline
• MESC
• NEK606
• P-LASER
• Profit
• S1NGLE SPE
• Tecsun
• VD
• VULT/HULT

Products and services

• E-LINE Installation wire product line for fixed installation in buildings, ships, industry and infrastructure applications.
• Instruline Copper cables for telecommunications, signaling, measurement and instrumentation applications.
• Data Cable Copper computer network cables and bus cables for digital data communication.
• ALUPAC Aluminum sheathed cable product line.
• Barnicol Cable product line for construction applications with selection tools available.
• Control Cable Control and power cables for industrial control systems.
• EMC Electromagnetic compatibility cables for interference-free operation.
• EVC/EVCS Electric vehicle charging cables and systems including hybrid cable solutions for EV charging infrastructure.
• Fire Resistant Power Cable Fire resistant power cables maintaining circuit integrity during fire events.
• MESC Cable product line meeting MESC specifications.
• NEK606 Cable product line meeting NEK606 offshore and marine specifications.
• P-LASER Medium voltage cable system using P-LASER technology for distribution networks.
• Profit Pre-bedded duct system with CPR-certified installation wire.
• S1NGLE SPE Single-pair ethernet cable solution with selection tools available.
• Tecsun Cable product line for specialized applications.
• VD Installation wire for fixed electrical installations.
• VULT/HULT Underground and overhead line cable solutions.
• CableApp Cable calculation application for selecting appropriate cable types and sizes for projects.
• PryCam Cable monitoring and inspection technology service for cable assets.
• Pry.ID Digital identification and traceability solution for cables.
• Click-Fit Quick-connect cable fitting system.
• Technical Helpdesk Technical support service for product selection and installation questions.
• CPR (Construction Products Regulation) European regulation ensuring standardized requirements for construction product properties and performance, with selection tools available for Draka products.
• Catalogus (Online Catalog) Online product catalog with MyDraka login access for customers to browse and order products.
• Haspel Retouren Drum/cable reel return service for sustainability and circular economy.
• ALESEA Digital technical service and support solution from Prysmian/Draka.

Named customers5 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

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rensa DTCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 January 2026Prysmian and Rensa DTC have bundled forces to provide total solutions for installers. This partnership combines Prysmian/Draka's cable products with Rensa DTC's distribution capabilities, offering comprehensive solutions for installation professionals.
• Worldskills NederlandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDraka is a partner of Worldskills Nederland, supporting skills competitions in technical trades. The partnership includes sponsorship of Skills The Finals 2026, promoting technical professions and skills development in the Netherlands.
• Urban Mining Collective (New Horizon)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDraka partners with Urban Mining Collective's New Horizon initiative for circular economy and sustainable materials. The partnership focuses on material balance and sustainable cable solutions, supporting Draka's commitment to environmental sustainability.
• ElektrotechniekTV (Fedet)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDraka collaborates with ElektrotechniekTV, a platform under Fedet (Dutch electro-technical federation), for content marketing and industry promotion, helping to showcase products and share knowledge within the electrical trade community.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Leoni AG: German cable and wiring systems specialist serving industrial, automotive, and infrastructure markets. Comparable to Draka in instrumentation cables (Instruline-equivalent), control cables, and European industrial customer base.
• LS Cable & System: Korean cable manufacturer with global presence in power cables, telecom, and submarine systems. Comparable breadth of MV/HV and specialty cable offerings to Draka's portfolio.
• Belden Inc. US-based specialty cable manufacturer with leading positions in data communications, networking, and industrial cables. Directly comparable to Draka's Data Cable, S1NGLE SPE, and Instruline product lines.
• NKT A/S: Danish cable manufacturer with strong positions in medium- and high-voltage power cables, submarine and offshore wind interconnects. Directly comparable to Draka's P-LASER distribution and HVDC transmission offerings.
• Nexans: French-headquartered global cable manufacturer with comparable portfolio spanning building wires, MV/HV power cables, telecom, and specialty cables. Closest direct competitor to Draka across European construction, utility, and telecom customers.

Broad incumbents

• Furukawa Electric: Japanese diversified cable and electronics manufacturer with significant power cable, telecom fiber, and specialty cable businesses. Overlaps with Draka's data, telecom, and power transmission segments.
• Southwire Company: Largest US-based wire and cable manufacturer with broad building wire, utility, and industrial offerings. Comparable to Draka's E-LINE installation cables and utility cable products within a regional player context.
• Sumitomo Electric Industries: Japanese conglomerate with substantial wire and cable operations in power transmission, automotive wiring, and fiber optics. Broadly comparable across multiple Draka product verticals.

Others

• Prysmian Group: Italian-listed parent company and the world's largest cable manufacturer. While Draka is a subsidiary of Prysmian rather than a peer, Prysmian Group provides the strategic, R&D, and capital context within which Draka operates.
• TE Connectivity: Global connector and electronic components manufacturer that serves adjacent markets including industrial, energy, and telecom cabling ecosystems. Thematically related to Draka's connectivity and infrastructure exposure but not a direct cable competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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