Snijder Scheepselektro

What Snijder Scheepselektro does

Snijder Scheepselektro BV is a Dutch maritime electrical systems specialist founded on August 23, 1993 by Henk Snijder and headquartered in Zwartsluis, Netherlands. The company designs, implements, maintains, and repairs complete electrical installations for inland navigation vessels (cargo ships, push boats, coupled vessels, bunker ships, crane ships), the dredging sector, and water construction (ferries and infrastructure vessels). Its core technical capabilities include custom panel building and switchgear, hybrid and diesel-electric propulsion conversions, PLC-based control systems with touchscreen operator visualization, camera and gas detection systems, and a 24-hour emergency service for registered customers. The firm also operates as an authorized Alphatron Marine dealer, distributing navigation equipment (river pilots, radar, AIS, GPS compass, VHF, Inland ECDIS software), camera systems with hard-disk recording, marine LED floodlights and searchlights, and electronic tachographs for compliance with Rhine inspection regulations.

Revenue is generated through a combination of professional services (project-based design, installation, maintenance contracts) and hardware resale (Alphatron products and proprietary LED lighting). The go-to-market is sales-led B2B direct engagement with vessel owners, shipyards (Holterman, Scheepswerf Poppen, Barkmeijer, TB Shiprepair), and inland shipping operators, primarily in the Netherlands with service accepted throughout Europe. Pricing is quote-based per project scope, with multi-year service contracts supporting recurring revenue. The company operates with a team of approximately 15 specialized employees trained in-house, and is undergoing a family-business succession in which founder's son Henk Snijder Jr. and manager Johan Bergsma are transitioning to co-ownership alongside the founder.

Name

Snijder Scheepselektro

Legal name

Snijder Scheepselektro BV

Website

https://snijderscheepselektro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Snijder Scheepselektro BV is a Dutch maritime electrical systems specialist serving inland navigation, dredging, and water construction operators with custom panel building, hybrid propulsion conversions, Alphatron navigation equipment distribution, and 24-hour service across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Electrical Services

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Marine Electrical Installation, Commissioning & Field Services (IMAJAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Propulsion MRO, Spares & Field Service (Overhauls, retrofits, upgrades) (IMAJAHAN), Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering (IMAJAGAH), Electrical Engineering & Power Distribution (Generation, Switchboards, Cabling, Lighting) (IMAJAGAF)

Keywords

• Maritime electrical installations
• Inland navigation systems
• Hybrid ship propulsion
• Marine LED lighting
• Vessel navigation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Zwartsluis

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electrical Installation Services: Design, implementation, maintenance, and repair of complete electrical installations for the maritime sector, including new construction and renovation projects
2. Navigation Equipment Products: Sale of navigation equipment including pilots, radars, AIS, GPS compasses, depth meters, wind meters, intercoms, and mariphones as Alphatron dealer
3. Camera Systems: Supply and installation of camera systems for vessels with recording capabilities using hard disk recorders, including dome, zoom, and fixed cameras
4. LED Lighting Products: Sale of marine-grade LED floodlights and searchlights including FL100B, FL240B, FL320B models and SL series searchlights
5. Tachograph Systems: Sale and certification of electronic tachographs for inland navigation including Nufatron NA-T-01 Nautic and Marble MS715 models
6. 24-Hour Service Contracts: Emergency maintenance and repair services with 24-hour availability for electrical systems, including isolation measurements and system certifications

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Snijder Scheepselektro BV designs, installs, services, and inspects complete electrical installations for inland navigation vessels, including dredgers, push boats, cargo ships, work vessels, and ferries. The company supplies Alphatron navigation equipment, marine camera systems, LED lighting, and tachographs, and specializes in hybrid and diesel-electric propulsion conversions with in-house PLC control and panel building. A 24-hour emergency service supports operators across the Dutch inland waterway network.

Product overview

Snijder Scheepselektro is a maritime electrical systems specialist offering design, implementation, and maintenance of complete electrical installations for inland navigation vessels. Their product portfolio includes navigation equipment (Alphatron pilots, JMR-611 radar, AIS, VHF radios, GPS compasses), camera systems with recording capability, LED lighting (floodlights and searchlights ranging 110W-330W), and tachographs. They are an Alphatron dealer providing the complete nautical product line. Services include panel building, electrical propulsion systems (diesel-electric and hybrid), and 24-hour service support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Electrical Installation Design & Realization
• Service & Maintenance Contracts
• Inspections & Certifications
• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Hybrid & Diesel-Electric Propulsion Conversions
• Alphatron River Pilot Navigation Systems
• Alphatron Marine Radar (JMR-611)
• Alphatron Indicators and Meters
• Alphatron GPS Compass (JLR-21)

Quantifiable outcome

• Reliable operation of electrical systems through 24-hour service availability
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Alphatron MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Alphatron dealer providing complete nautical product line including navigation equipment, pilots, radars, AIS, GPS compasses, and communication systems for inland vessels.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wärtsilä: Major marine technology group offering hybrid propulsion solutions, electrical systems, and lifecycle services for shipping. A broad incumbent whose hybrid marine offering competes for larger-scale propulsion conversion work.
• RH Marine (formerly Imtech Marine): Large Dutch marine electrical and automation systems integrator serving navy, offshore, and commercial shipping. A broader incumbent that competes for mid-to-large electrical refit contracts and provides integrated bridge systems overlapping with Snijder's scope.
• Radio Holland: Global provider of marine electronics, navigation, and communication equipment sales and service with strong European presence. Comparable as a navigation equipment dealer/service network competing for similar installation and service contracts.
• Praxis Automation Technology: Netherlands-based marine automation, navigation, and propulsion control system manufacturer and integrator. Comparable as a supplier of integrated bridge and automation systems overlapping with Snijder's navigation and PLC control work.

Regional players

• KNS (Korean Navigation Systems): Korean marine navigation and communication equipment manufacturer active in European inland and commercial maritime markets. Comparable as a navigation equipment competitor sourcing alternatives to Alphatron/Tresco solutions.

Direct peers

• Alewijnse: Dutch marine electrical installation and automation specialist providing electrical engineering, panel building, and propulsion systems for commercial vessels including inland ships. Directly comparable in service scope, geography, and customer base to Snijder.
• Bakker Sliedrecht: Dutch marine electrical systems integrator with strong inland and offshore vessel electrical expertise, including hybrid/electric propulsion retrofits. Directly comparable as a Dutch-based marine electrical contractor serving similar customers.
• Alphatron Marine: Manufacturer of navigation, communication, and bridge systems for inland and maritime vessels, and Snijder's principal product partner. Comparable as it sets the product standard Snijder distributes and integrates, and competes indirectly on integrated bridge solutions.

Others

• Victron Energy: Dutch manufacturer of power conversion, battery, and remote monitoring systems (Victron VRM). Comparable as a key supplier for Snijder's hybrid propulsion and energy monitoring installations, and a benchmark for the in-house monitoring platform capability.

Emerging players

• Tresco (ANPR/ECDIS software): Belgian developer of Inland ECDIS and dredging navigation software (Navigis River, Navigis Bagger). Comparable because Snijder distributes and integrates Tresco software as part of navigation packages, and the firms co-serve the inland navigation dredging segment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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