What Ginkel Groep does

Koninklijke Ginkel Groep is a family-owned Dutch green-solutions group headquartered in Veenendaal, founded in 1903 and operating under a Royal designation through 12 branch locations across the Netherlands. The group designs, builds and maintains sustainable green spaces for three domains — openbaar (public/municipal), zakelijk (corporate) and privé (residential) — with a portfolio spanning natural swimming ponds and chlorine-free living pools, green roofs and modular living façades, gardens and parks, interior planting, nature-development and biodiversity projects, and specialised tree-care via the Pius Floris sub-brand. Underlying technology combines the Austrian Biotop biological water-purification platform, Optigrün data-driven rainwater storage/distribution, a modular Wallflore pre-grown façade system, the RANOX nature-contractor methodology, and NatuurPro ecological advisory partnerships. Revenue mechanics rest on a mix of one-time project contracts (natural pools, green roofs, nature zones such as the 19-35 ha Melksteeg zone and the public De Peppel natuurzwembad), recurring multi-year maintenance agreements with municipalities, housing corporations and healthcare/education estates, and advisory services channelled through the KGG Campus knowledge platform. Customer activity includes enterprise accounts such as Wehkamp, DPG Media, AFAS Software, Wonderwoods Utrecht and Aeres Hogeschool Almere (BREEAM Excellent), alongside public-sector clients including Gemeente Ede and Gemeente Amersfoort, supported by an internal social-employment entity (Rosa Novum) and a comprehensive certification stack (CO2 Performance Ladder Level 5, VCA, ISO 9001, Groenkeur, PSO, NL Greenlabel Partner). The company held no external funding and operates with 251-500 employees as a closely held private firm.

Name

Ginkel Groep

Legal name

Koninklijke Ginkel Groep

Website

https://ginkelgroep.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1903

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Koninklijke Ginkel Groep is a family-owned Dutch green-solutions group (founded 1903) that designs, builds and maintains natural swimming pools, green roofs and façades, nature-development projects, gardens and interior plantings for municipalities, corporates and private clients through 12 branches nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (56173), Landscape Architectural Services (54132)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Native, Pollinator & Drought-Tolerant Garden Installations (HSAIAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Water Features Design & Installation (Ponds, Fountains, Waterfalls) (HSAIABAE), Ecological Restoration Planning & Monitoring (Habitat, Wetland, Stream) (EUAHAHAF)

Keywords

• Landscape construction services
• Green roof installation
• Natural swimming pools
• Biodiversity consulting
• Green maintenance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Veenendaal

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Project-based Green Services: One-time project contracts for design, construction, and installation of green solutions including swimming ponds, natural pools, green roofs, green facades, gardens, and nature development projects. Projects range from private gardens to large public infrastructure.
2. Maintenance Services: Ongoing maintenance contracts for green spaces, swimming ponds, nature areas, and corporate campuses. Provides recurring revenue through service contracts with municipalities, housing corporations, healthcare institutions, schools, and businesses.
3. Advisory Services: Consulting services through the Knowledge Center for green solutions, biodiversity, climate adaptation, and sustainable development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Koninklijke Ginkel Groep designs, builds, and maintains sustainable green spaces, roofs, facades, and biologically purified natural swimming pools for public, private, and commercial areas across the Netherlands. The company operates through specialized sub-brands (Van Ginkel, WACO Groen, Pius Floris Boomverzorging, Rosa Novum, De Erfgoedhovenier) and 12 locations, combining project-based construction with recurring maintenance contracts.

Product overview

The Koninklijke Ginkel Groep is a family-owned Dutch green solutions company operating since 1903, offering a broad portfolio of integrated green services organized under distinct regional brands. The portfolio is structured around several core product lines: (1) Swimming Ponds and Natural Swimming Pools (zwemvijvers en natuurzwembaden) — using Biotop biological water purification technology to create chlorine-free natural swimming water for private, public and commercial settings; (2) Green Roofs and Facade Greening (dak- en gevelbegroeiing) — engineering, installation and maintenance of living roofs and modular facade systems; (3) Nature Development and Biodiversity (natuurontwikkeling en biodiversiteit) — ecological habitat creation, native seeding, and biodiversity projects delivered via RANOX and NatuurPro partnerships; (4) Garden Design and Construction (tuinontwerp en aanleg) — landscape architecture and build for private, business and public environments; (5) Green Maintenance (groenonderhoud) — ongoing care of green spaces across all domains; (6) Interior Landscaping (interieurbeplanting) — indoor planting systems using hydroculture and modular solutions; (7) Tree Care — operated under the Pius Floris sub-brand. Supporting sub-brands include Rosa Novum (a social enterprise employing people with barriers to employment), De Erfgoedhovenier (heritage horticulture), and WACO Groen (specialized garden build and maintenance). The group also runs KGG Campus for knowledge dissemination and advisory services. The architecture is a platform of shared knowledge, brand portfolio and operational infrastructure, with individual locations acting as distinct market-facing units.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pius Floris Boomverzorging: Tree care services including tree research, advice, maintenance, growth improvement, planting and transplanting
• Rosa Novum
• KGG Campus
• WACO Groen
• De Erfgoedhovenier

Products and services

• Swimming Ponds and Natural Swimming Pools (Zwemvijvers en Natuurzwembaden) Design, construction and maintenance of natural swimming ponds, living pools, and public natural swimming pools using biological water purification without chlorine or chemicals.
• Green Roofs and Facade Greening (Dak- en Gevelbegroeiing) Design, engineering, installation and maintenance of green roofs and living facade systems for buildings, contributing to biodiversity, water storage, and urban cooling.
• Nature Development and Biodiversity (Natuurontwikkeling en Biodiversiteit) Development of nature areas, ecological connections, native grassland seeding, faunal provisions, natural pools, and biodiversity enhancement projects, often executed in partnership with RANOX and NatuurPro.
• Garden Design and Construction (Tuinontwerp en Aanleg) Design and implementation of private, public, and commercial gardens and outdoor spaces, from classical to modern landscape designs.
• Green Maintenance (Groenonderhoud) Ongoing maintenance services for gardens, green spaces, public areas, and corporate grounds across private, business, and public domains.
• Interior Landscaping (Interieurbeplanting) Indoor plant installations and maintenance for offices, commercial buildings and public spaces using tropical and subtropical plants, hydroculture, and modular systems.
• Tree Care (Pius Floris Boomverzorging) Full-service tree care including research, advice, maintenance, growth medium improvement, planting and transplanting of trees, operated as Pius Floris Boomverzorging sub-brand.
• Rosa Novum Social Enterprise A social horticultural company providing meaningful paid work and development opportunities to people with a distance to the labor market; part of the Koninklijke Ginkel Groep group.
• Roof Gardens and Terraces (Van Ginkel Amsterdam) Specialist design, construction and renovation of rooftop gardens and terraces in the Randstad region, combining carpentry, roofing, and horticultural expertise.
• Heritage Horticulture (De Erfgoedhovenier) Specialized horticultural services for heritage estates, monuments and historic gardens, offered as a distinct brand within the group.
• WACO Groen Garden Design, Construction and Maintenance Full-service garden design, construction and maintenance specialist based in Westervoort (Arnhem/Nijmegen region), offering complete exclusive garden installations including paving, drainage, irrigation, pergolas and decking.

Quantifiable outcome

• CO2 emissions reduced by approximately 20% since 2020, aiming for 25% reduction by 2026
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, minor, project-based and key client.

• NatuurProcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNatuurPro is a network providing ecological expertise and advisory services for nature development and biodiversity projects. The partnership enables Koninklijke Ginkel Groep to access specialized ecological knowledge and advisory services.
• RANOXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRANOX is a nature contractor focused on ecological results, with ecologists and nature managers working closely together from application to execution. RANOX operates across various locations in the Netherlands. Koninklijke Ginkel Groep has equipped RANOX teams with vans, clothing, and equipment including electric single-axle machines.
• BiotopcoreTechnology or IntegrationBiotop is an Austrian company specializing in natural swimming pool technology. Koninklijke Ginkel Groep is a Biotop partner, using Biotop systems for living pools and natural swimming solutions. The company has won multiple Biotop Design Awards.
• Pius Floris BoomverzorgingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialized tree care company within the Koninklijke Ginkel Groep group. Provides tree care activities including research, advice, maintenance, growth improvement, planting and transplanting of trees.
• OptigrünmajorTechnology or IntegrationOptigrün provides smart water storage and distribution systems used for green roofs and facades. The partnership enables data-driven rainwater collection and distribution to plantings.
• HeemmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeem develops and applies natural, indigenous vegetations in living environments. Provides indigenous seeds, advises on nature development, and guarantees project outcomes. Specializes in heem vegetation for company estates and public spaces.
• WaterpromajorTechnology or IntegrationPartner for water-related solutions and systems in green projects.
• PolyplanmajorTechnology or IntegrationPartner for planning and Kreikenbaum water solutions.
• Bonte BermenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCombines indigenous flower-rich grassland with flower bulbs in urban environments.
• H+N+S Landschapsarchitectenproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architects for nature connection zone Melksteeg project.
• SmitsRinsmaproject-basedImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAdvisory and engineering services for nature development projects.
• Buiting Adviesproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcological advisory services, developed the wild heterogeneous planting pattern for nature projects.
• Gemeente Amersfoortkey clientOthersMunicipality client for nature connection zone Melksteeg project (19-35 hectares).
• Wasserwerkstattproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign partner for openbaar natuurgezuiverd zwembad De Peppel in Ede.
• Studio REDDproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign studio for award-winning natural swimming pool project (Biotop Design Award 2025).
• Lodewijk Baljon Tuin- en Landschaparchitectenproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerGarden and landscape architects for natural water project in Het Gooi.
• Van Hemert Tuinenproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for garden and infinity pool project in Rijnsburg.
• Buro Ruiterproject-basedStrategic or Co-development PartnerGarden design partner for infinity pool project in Rijnsburg.
• Biodiversiteit in de praktijkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiodiversity measurement tool (meetlat) for inventory and development.
• NL TerreinlabelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMethodology for making integral sustainability opportunities on terrains visible.
• InsertminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovative circular platform supporting transition from linear to circular economy in construction, green and civil sectors. Stimulates material reuse by connecting parties in the chain.
• VlinderstichtingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerButterfly Foundation - NatuurPro sympathizer for biodiversity projects.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Strootman Landschapsarchitecten: Dutch landscape architecture firm with expertise in public space, nature development, and urban greenery; comparable to Ginkel's design and nature-development capabilities in the Netherlands.
• Copijn: Dutch landscape architecture, design, and construction firm with integrated garden and outdoor-living offerings for public, corporate, and private clients — directly comparable to Ginkel's design-build-maintenance model in the Netherlands.
• H+N+S Landschapsarchitecten: Dutch landscape architecture and urban design firm with whom Ginkel partners on nature zones (e.g., Melksteeg). Comparable as a Dutch landscape architecture peer operating in public green infrastructure and nature development.
• MTD Landschapsarchitecten: Dutch landscape architecture firm with comparable services in public green spaces, parks, and residential garden design; competes with Ginkel on landscape architecture commissions in the Dutch market.
• Karres en Brands: Dutch landscape architecture firm with comparable public and private garden/green-space portfolio; competes with Ginkel on landscape architecture commissions in the Dutch market.
• OKRA Landschapsarchitecten: Dutch landscape architecture firm with comparable public, residential, and mixed-use green-space portfolio; competes with Ginkel on landscape architecture commissions in the Netherlands and internationally.

Broad incumbents

• West 8: Established Dutch/international landscape architecture and urban design firm operating at a larger scale; comparable in discipline and green-infrastructure focus, but serves a broader international client base.
• ID Verde: Europe's largest landscape services company offering design, build, and maintenance across multiple geographies; broadly comparable to Ginkel's integrated services model, but at much larger scale and broader footprint.

Emerging players

• Biotop: Austrian natural swimming pool technology provider and Ginkel partner; comparable as the underlying technology supplier for Ginkel's Biotop-award-winning swimming pond and living pool business, with overlapping customer segments.
• Optigrün: German green roof and smart water storage/distribution technology provider; Ginkel partner for green roofs and facades. Comparable as the technology supplier for Ginkel's Optigrün-based offerings, with overlapping demand drivers in urban green infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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