De Ruiter Staalkabel
De Ruiter Staalkabel is a Dutch B2B supplier of steel wire ropes, end terminations, and hoisting equipment, serving enterprise customers in offshore wind, oil & gas, maritime, harbor, and industrial sectors from Dordrecht as part of Usha Martin Group.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1960
- HeadquartersDordrecht, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What De Ruiter Staalkabel does
De Ruiter Staalkabel B.V. is a Dutch B2B supplier of steel wire ropes, end terminations, and hoisting & lifting equipment, established around 1960 and operating from a single facility in Dordrecht, Netherlands. The company is a vertically integrated subsidiary of the Usha Martin Group, one of the world's largest producers of steel wire ropes, and serves enterprise customers across offshore wind, oil & gas, maritime, harbors, and general industrial sectors, with delivery and on-site service available globally through its parent group's network. The CEO is Dimitri Bracco Gartner, and the company has maintained a 60+ year operating history anchored by long-standing customer relationships such as Boskalis dating to the early 1960s.
The core product range includes steel wire ropes from 3mm to 160mm diameter in 6-, 8-, 9-, 10-strand and non-rotating constructions, marketed through specialized sub-brands including OCEANMAX (offshore wind and oil & gas), Titan (mooring, anchoring, towing), Cranemax (industrial), Towermax (tower cranes), Minemax (mining), Harbourmax (container cranes), and structural systems. End terminations (loops, sockets, grommets) are produced in-house using presses up to 4,000T for sling diameters from 4mm to 127mm, with resin socketing capabilities up to 144mm. Service capabilities include non-destructive testing using MRT and MPI technologies, load testing on a calibrated 300T test bench, mobile spooling operations using equipment up to 180T capacity, and an asset management system with online certificate tracking for customer equipment.
Revenue is generated through three channels: hardware sales (wire ropes and lifting equipment such as shackles, roundslings, chains, hooks, hoists, blocks, and HMPE/Dyneema heavy lift slings sourced from preferred partners including William Hackett, Van Beest/Green Pin, Tiger Lifting, and RopeBlock), professional services (in-house and on-site inspection, testing, installation, and replacement), and managed services (receiving, inspection, repair, storage, and re-delivery with online certification tracking). Sales are conducted via direct enterprise field engagement with quote-based pricing; no public pricing or tiering is disclosed. Key enterprise customers include Liebherr, Heerema Marine Contractors, Jumbo Maritime, DEME Offshore, Brunton Shaw, Enerpac, Jack-Up Barge, and Remazel. The company holds DNV 2.7.1 Type Approval (valid 2025-10-27 to 2030-10-26), ISO, VCA, LEEA, LOLER, EKH, and LRQA certifications.
De Ruiter Staalkabel firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- De Ruiter Staalkabel
- Legal name
- De Ruiter Staalkabel B.V.
- Website
- https://deruiterstaalkabel.nl
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1960
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- De Ruiter Staalkabel is a Dutch B2B supplier of steel wire ropes, end terminations, and hoisting equipment, serving enterprise customers in offshore wind, oil & gas, maritime, harbor, and industrial sectors from Dordrecht as part of Usha Martin Group.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
De Ruiter Staalkabel industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial steel wire ropes and lifting equipment
- NAICS
- Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Crane & Hoist Installation, Inspection & Maintenance Services (IMAHAJAM), Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ), Deck Machinery & Mooring Systems (Winches, Windlasses, Capstans) (IMAJAIAA), Marine Surveys, Testing & NDT (Thickness Gauging, UT/MPI, Pressure Testing, Commissioning) (TLAHAMAK)
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Where De Ruiter Staalkabel is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Dordrecht
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
De Ruiter Staalkabel business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Steel Wire Rope Sales: Sale of steel wire ropes ranging from 3mm to 160mm, including standard and high-tech constructions (6-, 8-, 9-, 10-strand and non-rotating) for applications in cranes, maritime, offshore, and industrial use.
- Hoisting and Lifting Equipment Sales: Sale of hoisting and lifting equipment including shackles, roundslings, chains, hooks, hoists, sockets, blocks, and HMPE/Dyneema heavy lift slings from certified partners.
- In-House Services: Inspection, testing, load testing, pre-tensioning, break tests, and re-certification services performed at the Dordrecht facility.
- On-Site Services: Worldwide on-site inspection, testing, installation, and replacement services including spooling operations and rigging engineering.
- Asset Management Services: Managed services including receiving, inspection, repair, storage, and re-delivery of customer materials with online certification tracking.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
De Ruiter Staalkabel product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Manufactures and supplies steel wire ropes (3mm to 160mm diameter) along with hoisting and lifting equipment such as shackles, slings, chains, hooks, and hoists. Offers end terminations, HMPE/Dyneema heavy lift slings, and complementary services including in-house and on-site NDT inspection (MRT, MPI), load testing on a 300-tonne test bench, mobile spooling, asset management, and certification management. Serves offshore wind, oil and gas, maritime, harbors, mining, and general industrial sectors.
Product overview
De Ruiter Staalkabel is a vertically integrated part of the Usha Martin Group, offering a comprehensive portfolio of steel wire rope products and hoisting & lifting solutions. The product lineup includes specialized steel wire rope brands: Oceanmax (offshore wind and oil & gas applications), Titan (mooring, anchoring, towing), Cranemax (industrial applications), Towermax (tower cranes), Minemax (mining), and Harbourmax (container cranes). The company also provides end terminations (loops, sockets, grommets) ranging from 4mm to 127mm, and a full range of hoisting and lifting gear including HMPE/Dyneema heavy lift slings, shackles, chain assemblies, hooks, hoists, and spreaders. Services include in-house and on-site inspection, NDT testing (MRT and MPI technologies), load testing, and asset management. The offering is built around three pillars: steel wire ropes, end terminations, and hoisting & lifting gear, supported by comprehensive testing and certification services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- TITAN: European Mooring Centre - Mooring, anchoring and towing ropes
- Oceanmax
- Harbourmax
- Cranemax
- Towermax
- Minemax
Products and services
- Steel Wire Ropes
Quantifiable outcome
- DNV Type Approval valid from 27-10-2025 to 26-10-2030 for offshore slings
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use De Ruiter Staalkabel
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments1 record
Ideal customer profiles2 records
De Ruiter Staalkabel technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
De Ruiter Staalkabel partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- BoskaliscoreLong-term customer relationship since the early 1960s. De Ruiter Staalkabel was featured in Boskalis' 2019 Sustainability Report for productive collaborations focused on environmental contribution and product life cycle improvement.
- Usha Martin GroupcoreUsha Martin Group is the parent company of De Ruiter Staalkabel. De Ruiter Staalkabel is a vertically integrated part of Usha Martin Group, one of the world's largest producers and suppliers of steel wire ropes. This relationship provides access to global manufacturing facilities, R&D capabilities through Usha Martin Italy (Global Design Centre), and worldwide inventory transfer options.
- Usha Martin ItaliacoreSister company serving as the Global Design Centre for the group. Collaborated with De Ruiter Staalkabel on technical training for J-UB customers and on engineering solutions for large-scale crane projects like the 5000T heavy lift crane.
- Rotterdam Port Promotion Council (RPPC)minorIndustry association membership providing networking opportunities within the Rotterdam port community. CEO Dimitri Bracco Gartner was interviewed for the RPPC introduction.
- William HackettminorPreferred supplier for hoisting chains and chain assemblies, including DNV 2.7.1 container sling master links. William Hackett is described as the market leader in the oil & energy segment.
- Van Beest (Green Pin)minorPreferred supplier for shackles (Green Pin brand), described as among the best choices available and widely recognized in the industry.
- Tiger LiftingminorPreferred supplier for hoists, chain hoists, and ratchet hoists. Products are frequently deployed in oil & energy and industry applications.
- RopeBlockminorSupplier of sockets for wire rope termination applications.
- Brunton ShawminorCollaborated with De Ruiter Staalkabel on design, manufacturing, and supply of large diameter high-tech steel wire ropes for 5000T heavy lift crane project. Partnered with Usha Martin Group manufacturing plant for delivery.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights6 records
De Ruiter Staalkabel competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Verope Special Ropes: Specialty steel wire rope manufacturer focused on crane, port, mining, and offshore applications. Comparable in product range and customer segments to De Ruiter's steel wire rope business.
- Gustav Wolf GmbH: German steel wire rope producer specializing in crane, mining, elevator, and offshore applications. Direct competitor with similar product portfolio and European industrial customer base.
- Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group: One of the world's largest steel wire rope manufacturers serving mining, offshore, crane, and elevator markets. Direct competitor to De Ruiter across the full product and service portfolio, with comparable vertical integration and global footprint.
- CERTEX Danmark: European distributor and service provider of lifting equipment, wire ropes, and rigging gear with inspection and testing services. Comparable business model combining product distribution with service offerings.
- Pfeifer Seil- und Hebetechnik: Manufacturer of wire ropes, hoisting equipment, and structural systems serving construction, mining, and offshore markets. Comparable to De Ruiter in lifting gear and rope termination capabilities.
- Loos & Co (Wire Rope Division): US-based manufacturer of wire rope, cable, and assemblies for industrial, marine, and aerospace markets. Comparable specialty wire rope and rigging capabilities.
- WireCo WorldGroup: Major global producer of wire rope, synthetic rope, and specialized lifting solutions for mining, oil & gas, crane, and marine sectors. Closely comparable to De Ruiter in product range, end markets, and service-driven sales model.
- Teufelberger-Redaelli: Manufacturer of steel wire ropes, synthetic ropes, and strapping for crane, elevator, and offshore applications. Comparable to De Ruiter in rope manufacturing and serving overlapping offshore wind and crane end markets.
Others
- Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore: Global testing, inspection, and certification company active in marine, offshore, and industrial sectors. Comparable to De Ruiter's NDT and certification services, though at a vastly larger scale and broader scope.
Broad incumbents
- Konecranes: Global crane and lifting equipment manufacturer with significant service operations including inspection and maintenance. While broader in scope, overlaps with De Ruiter on the service and aftermarket side of lifting equipment.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance9 records
De Ruiter Staalkabel financial estimates
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Valuation estimate
De Ruiter Staalkabel leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
De Ruiter Staalkabel funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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De Ruiter Staalkabel M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about De Ruiter Staalkabel
What does De Ruiter Staalkabel do?
Manufactures and supplies steel wire ropes (3mm to 160mm diameter) along with hoisting and lifting equipment such as shackles, slings, chains, hooks, and hoists. Offers end terminations, HMPE/Dyneema heavy lift slings, and complementary services including in-house and on-site NDT inspection (MRT, MPI), load testing on a 300-tonne test bench, mobile spooling, asset management, and certification management. Serves offshore wind, oil and gas, maritime, harbors, mining, and general industrial sectors.
Is De Ruiter Staalkabel a public or private company?
De Ruiter Staalkabel is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was De Ruiter Staalkabel founded?
De Ruiter Staalkabel was founded in 1960. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is De Ruiter Staalkabel based?
De Ruiter Staalkabel is headquartered in Dordrecht, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does De Ruiter Staalkabel make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Steel Wire Rope Sales are the primary driver. The others are hoisting and Lifting Equipment Sales, in-House Services, on-Site Services and asset Management Services.
Who are De Ruiter Staalkabel's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Verope Special Ropes, Gustav Wolf GmbH, Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group, CERTEX Danmark, Pfeifer Seil- und Hebetechnik, Loos & Co (Wire Rope Division), WireCo WorldGroup and Teufelberger-Redaelli. Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore is listed as an others. Konecranes is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does De Ruiter Staalkabel have an API?
No public API is recorded for De Ruiter Staalkabel.
What industry is De Ruiter Staalkabel in?
De Ruiter Staalkabel's product category is Industrial steel wire ropes and lifting equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAJAI, Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders), with a secondary code of IMAHAJAM, Crane & Hoist Installation, Inspection & Maintenance Services. Its NAICS code is 333923 and its SIC code is 3530.