AGS Holland Distribution

What AGS Holland Distribution does

AGS Holland Distribution B.V. is a Netherlands-based specialist distributor of vehicle glazing and related components, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Hoogvliet (Rotterdam area). The company supplies A-klasse (Class A) glass — windshields, side windows, door windows, and rear windows in laminated, tempered, or tinted variants — alongside complementary components such as wiper systems, switches, adhesives, and protective films, for the Bus & Coach, Rail, Cabin, Maritime, and Other Transport verticals. It holds a distinctive regulatory position as the first and only DIN 6701 (EN 17460) and DIN 2304 certified glass specialist in the Benelux, with EWF-certified European Adhesive Bonder and Specialist staff, and additionally maintains ADAS, NEN 9140 (electric vehicles), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and VCA** certifications.

AGS operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct glass distribution from distributed central warehouses with a nationwide franchise organisation (Riss) that delivers 24/7 on-site installation and repair services across the Netherlands. Revenue is generated through one-time glass and component sales to enterprise transport operators (Bus & Coach fleets, rail operators, maritime, and industrial machine OEMs), professional services revenue from installation, repair, ADAS calibration and certified bonding work, and managed services such as customer inventory warehousing. Customers are served through an enterprise field-sales motion supplemented by an online Klantportaal for ordering and fleet-data-driven glass selection.

Following its January 2026 acquisition by Sweden's Cary Group via German subsidiary Zentrale Autoglas, AGS Holland is now positioned as Cary Group's Dutch platform within a broader European bus and coach glazing group that includes Svenska Bussglas (Nordics) and Zentrale Autoglas (Germany, Austria, Luxembourg). The combined entity is being integrated into a pan-European specialist vehicle glazing operator with regulatory certification, certified workforce, and franchise-based field service as its principal sources of differentiation.

Name

AGS Holland Distribution

Legal name

AGS Holland Distribution B.V.

Website

https://agsholland.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AGS Holland Distribution is a Netherlands-based specialist distributor and installer of certified vehicle glazing (DIN 6701/2304) for the transport sector, serving Bus & Coach, Rail, Cabin, and Maritime operators nationwide through direct distribution and the Riss franchise network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Glazing Distribution

NAICS

Automotive Glass Replacement Shops (811122)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010)

akta.pro primary industry

Auto Glass Repair & Replacement (TLAKAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Automotive Mirrors & Exterior Vision Systems Manufacturing (Mirrors/Housings/Camera Modules) (IMACAKAF)

Keywords

• Vehicle glass distribution
• Transport glazing services
• Commercial vehicle windshields
• Bus and coach glazing
• Rail vehicle glass

Headquarters

HQ city

Hoogvliet

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Glass Distribution: Distribution of A-klasse (Class A) quality glass for vehicles including windshields, side windows, door windows and rear windows in laminated, tempered or tinted glass. Also supplies components like switches and wiper systems.
2. On-site Installation Services: Installation and replacement of glass through nationwide Riss franchise organisation. Services include certified bonding and placement of windows on location, offered 24/7 throughout the Netherlands.
3. Repair Services: Glass repair services for transport vehicles through franchise organisation network.
4. Inventory Management Services: Warehousing services for customer glass inventory, storing glass under proper conditions at central locations throughout the country.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AGS Holland Distribution B.V. distributes vehicle glass (windshields, side windows, door windows, rear windows) and related components such as adhesives, wiper systems, switches, films and Clear Shield glass protection for the commercial transport sector. The company additionally provides certified installation, 24/7 glass replacement and repair, online ordering via its Klantportaal, and inventory management services delivered through the nationwide Riss franchise network.

Product overview

AGS Holland Distribution is a full-service distribution partner for windows and components in the transport sector. The company offers a portfolio of products including A-klasse glass (Glas), Clear Shield glass protection, adhesives (Verlijmingsmiddelen), wiper systems (Wissersystemen), switches (Schakelaars), and protective films (Films en folies). These products are complemented by a comprehensive service offering including 24/7 glass replacement and repair services, online ordering systems, inventory management, and on-site installation through the nationwide RISS franchise organization. The company serves multiple market segments: Bus & Coach, Rail, Cabin, Maritime, and Other transport (trucks, container wagons, tractors, livestock vehicles, and campers).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Riss: National franchise organisation for glass repair and replacement services. Riss is part of AGS Holland Distribution BV and operates under AGS's quality supervision.

Products and services

• Vehicle Glass Distribution (Glas) Distribution of A-class specialized vehicle glass (windshields, side windows, door windows, rear windows) for commercial transport applications, supplied as OEM-spec or replacement parts. Targeted at bus and coach, rail, cabin, maritime and other transport operators and OEMs.
• Clear Shield Glass Protection Clear Shield protective film system for vehicle glass that helps protect against stone chips, scratching and wear. Targeted at commercial transport operators and OEMs seeking to extend glass service life.
• Adhesives (Verlijmingsmiddelen) Adhesives and bonding consumables used for vehicle glass installation and replacement, compatible with DIN 6701 / DIN 2304 certified bonding processes. Targeted at certified installers and transport operators.
• Wiper Systems (Wissersystemen) Wiper systems and related wiper components for commercial transport vehicles. Targeted at fleet operators, bus and coach operators and OEMs needing replacement and new-build wiper systems.
• Switches (Schakelaars) Electrical switches and related control components for commercial vehicles, supplied as part of the glazing and cabin parts portfolio. Targeted at transport operators and OEMs.
• Films and Foils (Folies) Films and foils for vehicle glazing, supplied as part of the broader product range. Targeted at commercial transport operators and OEMs.
• Bus & Coach Glazing Services Dedicated glazing product and service line for bus and coach operators and OEMs, including supply of A-class glass, certified installation, replacement and repair. Targeted at Dutch Bus & Coach fleet operators and OEMs.
• Rail Glazing Services Dedicated glazing supply and installation service line for rail vehicle manufacturers, operators and refurbishment specialists. Targeted at the Benelux rail sector.
• Cabin Glazing Services Dedicated glazing product and service line for OEMs of operator cabins for heavy equipment such as cranes, construction vehicles, agricultural machinery and forklifts. Targeted at cabin and heavy equipment OEMs in the Benelux.
• Maritime Glazing Services Dedicated glazing supply and installation service line for maritime vessel operators, shipbuilders and refit yards. Targeted at the Benelux maritime sector.
• Glass Replacement and Repair Service 24/7 nationwide on-site vehicle glass replacement and repair service delivered by the Riss franchise network using certified (DIN 6701 / DIN 2304 / EAB / EAS) installers, including ADAS calibration where required. Targeted at commercial transport operators across the Netherlands needing minimal vehicle downtime.
• Online Ordering (Klantportaal) Online customer portal (Klantportaal) that allows business customers to order vehicle glass and components, manage accounts and access technical documentation. Targeted at commercial transport operators and OEM purchasing teams.
• Inventory Management Service Managed inventory and vendor-managed stock services where AGS Holland plans and schedules orders to reduce cost and delivery time for transport operators. Targeted at commercial transport operators running scheduled maintenance programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fast delivery of Class A glass through nationwide logistics network
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 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

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cary Group (via Zentrale Autoglas)coreOthers · 19 January 2026Cary Group, through its German subsidiary Zentrale Autoglas, has agreed to acquire AGS Holland Distribution B.V. This acquisition marks Cary Group's entry into the Dutch market and complements its existing European Bus and Coach operations including Svenska Bussglas in the Nordics and Zentrale Autoglas in Germany, Austria, and Luxembourg.
• Riss Franchise NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNationwide franchise organisation for on-site installation services. Riss is part of AGS Holland Distribution BV and operates under company supervision to ensure quality and core values. All franchisenemers are entrepreneurs with passion for their craft, selected based on knowledge, skill and experience to operate at the highest level.
• Saint-Gobain GlassdriveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAGS provides consultancy services to the Saint-Gobain Glassdrive Formula network since 2015. Saint-Gobain was also previously an owner of AGS (via Autover International/Sekurit Saint-Gobain in 1997).
• Tece UnipartminorOthersOriginal parent company founded in 1982 as distributor of auto glass and spare parts. AGS acquired Tece Unipart in 2009, completing a full circle after being owned by Tece Unipart in 2001.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Glass Doctor: Neighborly-owned franchised glass service network serving automotive, residential, and commercial customers across the United States. Comparable franchise-driven glass service model, though broader than AGS's transport-only focus.
• Zentrale Autoglas: German automotive glass specialist and Cary Group subsidiary (now AGS's sister company via the January 2026 acquisition). Operates in Germany, Austria, and Luxembourg with similar bus and commercial-vehicle glass distribution and installation services, making it the closest functional comparable.
• Svenska Bussglas: Swedish bus glazing specialist and Cary Group subsidiary focused on the Nordic bus and coach market. Closely comparable in product mix (bus/commercial-vehicle glass) and now part of the same parent as AGS following the 2026 acquisition.
• Novus Glass: Franchised automotive glass repair, replacement, and recalibration network operating in North America and select international markets. Comparable service-led model with similar franchise-driven coverage and ADAS capabilities.

Others

• AGC Automotive: Major global automotive glass manufacturer and supplier of windshields, side windows, and complex glazed assemblies. AGS sources from multiple glass OEMs, positioning AGC as an upstream supplier/ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor.
• Pilkington (NSG Group): One of the world's largest automotive glass manufacturers (part of NSG Group). AGS is a 'factory agent' for multiple glass manufacturers including Pilkington-equivalents, making Pilkington an upstream supplier/ecosystem participant rather than a direct distributor competitor.

Regional players

• Carglass Netherlands: Belron's Dutch passenger-car glass repair and replacement brand. Operates in the same Dutch market as AGS but focuses on light-duty passenger vehicles rather than buses, rail, and heavy commercial transport — making it a regional adjacent competitor rather than a direct product peer.

Emerging players

• AGP eGlass: Specialist in rail and transit vehicle glass (and increasingly bus glazing) with European manufacturing and engineering capabilities. A more niche, rail-focused peer that competes for similar OEM and rail-operator glazing contracts.

Broad incumbents

• Belron (Carglass / Safelite / Autoglass): Global leader in vehicle glass repair and replacement, operating Carglass, Safelite, and Autoglass brands. Far larger than AGS and focused primarily on passenger cars, but the dominant incumbent in automotive glass services and the benchmark competitor for any commercial-vehicle push.
• Saint-Gobain Glassdrive: Saint-Gobain's vehicle glass repair network across Europe and a former owner of AGS via Autover International/Sekurit Saint-Gobain. Competes broadly in automotive glass services with the backing of a major glass manufacturer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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