VISICS

What VISICS does

VISICS, operating legally as VISICS Europe B.V. and headquartered in Waardenburg, Netherlands, is a provider of mobile digital safety monitoring solutions purpose-built for industrial maintenance turnarounds and shutdowns. The company's core platform integrates real-time video surveillance of confined spaces, remote gas detection (up to 45 meters, covering CO, CO2, H2S, methane, oxygen deficiency, and LEL), RFID-based people and asset tracking, badge-driven access control, and AI-driven analytics into a unified software environment (VISICS 4.0 Security Centre) backed by a 24/7 Configuration and Control Centre (C3) in the Netherlands. The company serves operations and safety decision-makers in petrochemical, energy, chemical, tank storage, and maritime industries, with active deployments in over 20 countries and offices in the Netherlands, USA, Australia, Germany, and India.

The platform's performance claims include monitoring 12 confined spaces with only 2 operators, 30% average savings on projects between 6 and 12 areas, and a project record of 183 monitored areas. Pricing is custom and quote-based rather than published in tiers; revenue is generated through a mix of subscription-style monitoring contracts, hardware/equipment rentals (cameras, gas detectors, RFID tags, Rapid Deployment Units), and professional services including remote support and data analytics. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales targeting major industrial facilities during planned shutdowns with an indirect channel of 17+ certified safety partners and 11+ technical integration partners (Dräger, Genetec, Dell, RAE Systems, Qlik, Zenitel, Blackline Safety, among others).

VISICS originated in 2002 as Access Innovations BV and launched its first-generation product in 2007, previously operating as Mobile Shutdown System B.V. Named customers include Shell, ExxonMobil, BASF, RWE, Dow, Suncor, Woodside, Valero, LyondellBasell, Borouge, CNRL, OCI, Suez, and VIVA Energy, reflecting strong penetration in large-cap heavy industrial enterprises. The company holds ISO 9001 and VCA-P certifications, and joined the RBC Group in 2025. As of the latest data, VISICS has 60+ employees globally and no disclosed external funding.

Name

VISICS

Legal name

VISICS Europe B.V.

Website

https://visics.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

VISICS provides mobile digital safety monitoring (video, gas detection, access control, RFID tracking, AI analytics) for industrial maintenance turnarounds, serving petrochemical, energy, chemical, tank storage, and maritime enterprises across 20+ countries from offices in five countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Safety Monitoring Software

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Edge Physical Security & Access Control (Surveillance, Biometrics) (HDABAOAI)

Keywords

• Industrial safety monitoring
• Confined space monitoring
• Remote gas detection
• Maintenance turnaround solutions
• RFID personnel tracking

Headquarters

HQ city

Zaltbommel

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Safety Monitoring Solutions: Digital confined space monitoring, remote gas detection, and access control solutions deployed during planned maintenance turnarounds and shutdowns. Mobile, temporary installation model.
2. Professional Services: 24/7 remote support through C3 (Configuration and Control Centre), data analytics, and third-party integrations. Training and technical support for global implementation.
3. Hardware and Equipment: Sale or rental of monitoring equipment including cameras, gas detection units, RFID tags, turnstiles, and Rapid Deployment Units.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

VISICS provides a mobile, integrated safety and security platform for industrial maintenance turnarounds and shutdowns, combining real-time confined space video monitoring, remote gas detection, RFID-based people and asset tracking, and access control. Its proprietary VISICS 4.0 Security Centre software unifies these capabilities with AI-based analytics, supported by a 24/7 Configuration and Control Centre (C3) and a global partner network.

Product overview

VISICS is a comprehensive digital platform for industrial safety and efficiency during maintenance turnarounds and shutdowns. The core platform consists of VISICS 4.0 Security Centre providing unified security management with dynamic dashboards and alarm notifications. The platform integrates four main solutions: Digital Confined Space Monitoring (real-time video surveillance and communication), Remote Gas Detection (atmospheric monitoring with alarms), Access Control and Management (badge-based zone access), and People and Assets Tracking (RFID-based location tracking). These core solutions are enhanced by add-on modules including Human Body Temperature Management (thermal cameras), VISICS Enterprise Asset Advisor and VISICS Insight (project management tools), Data Analytics (dashboard reporting), 24/7 Remote Support (C3 technical assistance), Third Party Integrations, and the Rapid Deployment Unit (portable monitoring). The system enables monitoring of 12 confined spaces with only 2 operators and delivers 30% average savings on projects between 6 and 12 areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VISICS 4.0: Software platform providing unified security management, video streaming, access control, and gas monitoring during maintenance turnarounds.
• VISICS Insight
• VISICS Enterprise Asset Advisor
• C3 (Configuration and Control Centre)

Products and services

• Digital Confined Space Monitoring Real-time mobile monitoring solution for confined spaces using cameras and intercoms, enabling operators to monitor up to 12 manholes with 2 operators from remote locations with live video and two-way communication. Designed for industrial operators during maintenance turnarounds and shutdowns.
• Remote Gas Detection Mobile gas detection system monitoring oxygen, LEL, CO, CO2, H2S and ammonia up to 45 meters distance, with real-time alarm notifications sent to the command center. Built for industrial plants during turnarounds to protect workers without requiring them on-site.
• Access Control and Management Temporary access management solution with turnstiles, barriers and badge readers controlling personnel entry to predefined zones during maintenance turnarounds. Badge registration can be combined with identity verification to prevent irregularities and fraud.
• People and Assets Tracking RFID-based tracking solution for locating personnel and assets during maintenance turnarounds, providing real-time visibility, reducing lost/stolen assets and supporting emergency response and regulatory compliance.
• Human Body Temperature Management Thermal camera system for accurate body temperature measurement (±0.3°C accuracy) up to 3 meters distance, enabling fast-pass screening of multiple persons without physical contact, with mask detection.
• VISICS 4.0 Security Centre Reliable, scalable software platform providing unified view of all security data with dynamic dashboards, alarm notifications, gas measurement results, encryption and redundant failover mechanisms for continuous operation during industrial turnarounds.
• 24/7 Remote Support (C3) Round-the-clock technical support center (Configuration and Control Centre) providing secure remote access to any VISICS system worldwide, staffed 24/7 to minimize implementation time and maximize efficiency.
• Data Analytics Service Data analysis and dashboarding service that transforms daily operational data into actionable insights, combining weather, time and work permit data with gas detection and access information.
• Third Party Integrations Service Integration services enabling connection with leading technical partners including Dell, RAD and ECAVA, plus partners such as 7solutions, Blackline Safety, Dräger, Genetec, RAE Systems, Qlik, Extronics, Atal and Zenitel to enhance VISICS capabilities and interoperability.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% average savings on projects between 6 and 12 areas
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

AI capability7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• LRES-UKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the UK's leading companies for industrial cleaning, confined space rescue and rope access. LRES-UK has a strong and loyal customer base across all sectors with health and safety as top priority.
• ESS SafeforcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the UK's leading specialists and manufacturers of safety, survey, communication, test and measurement equipment. Grown over 25 years to supply more than 5,000 customers with equipment, support services and training.
• MRS Training & RescuecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFormerly Mines Rescue Service, with more than 120 years of expertise in rescue operations and safety training. Specialized in nuclear, aerospace, manufacturing and utility sectors.
• InsyscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnology company specializing in automation solutions and services for oil and gas, refineries, LNG, fertilizers, chemicals, energy, water and wastewater, biogas and green hydrogen in India and Bangladesh.
• Technical Environmental Services (TES)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecializes in providing environmental, industrial hygiene, safety, turnaround safety and safety-related training services to customers throughout the United States.
• InfosignalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFocuses on optimizing safety and efficiency within industrial workplaces using VISICS technologies and digital platforms.
• OnPointcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecializes in industrial services helping customers manage turnarounds by focusing on reducing craft delays and improving safety performance.
• Al QadhicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvider of specialized safety and service solutions founded in 2021. Goal is to create a safe environment for workers using local talents in Oman.
• Empire Industrial ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading provider of non-destructive testing, workforce consulting and NDT training services. Focused on serving customers worldwide through timely service.
• Safety SourcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUnique provider of services, training and equipment meeting the diverse demands of the industrial sector.
• Innovative Engineering Products Pvt. Ltd. (IEPPL)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMore than 25 years of experience developing a compelling value proposition backed by renowned global brands that are industry experts.
• KD Safety ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFounded in December 2017 in response to oil and gas industry safety requirements. Grown through internal growth and acquisitions to become a market leader for industrial safety services in multiple sectors.
• SJS AutomationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurnkey industrial automation partner focusing on cost-efficient, mature and reliable automation solutions meeting the highest standards for safety, integrity and human values.
• Sentry Safety SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDelivers essential industrial safety services for projects supported by cutting-edge technology. Decades of on-site safety expertise combined with technology-driven solutions.
• ITURRIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal leader in safety and protection solutions offering innovative and sustainable products for defense, firefighting and environmental protection. Founded in 1947.
• Select Safety ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDeveloped synergy between service and safety. Provides the right safety equipment, procedures and personnel for customer businesses.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RAE Systems (Honeywell): Now part of Honeywell, RAE Systems is a long-standing provider of portable and wireless gas detection used in confined space entry and industrial maintenance. Direct peer in remote gas detection and alerting; also a named technology integration partner of VISICS.
• Blackline Safety: Provider of connected worker wearables with gas detection, lone-worker monitoring, and location tracking delivered via SaaS dashboards. Direct peer in remote/real-time industrial worker monitoring; also a named technology integration partner of VISICS.
• MSA Safety: Established manufacturer of portable and fixed gas detectors, fire/flame detection, and head protection used across petrochemical and energy turnarounds. Direct peer in portable gas detection and respiratory/safety monitoring for confined space and plant maintenance.
• Crowcon (3M Safety): Specialist in portable and fixed gas detection for hazardous environments, serving oil & gas, chemical, and utility turnarounds. Comparable to VISICS's gas detection and alarm capabilities within the same industrial safety monitoring category.
• BW Technologies (Honeywell): Long-established portable gas detector brand (now Honeywell) covering confined-space entry, atmospheric monitoring, and turnaround applications. Direct peer in portable gas detection instruments for industrial maintenance workforces.
• Industrial Scientific: Specializes in connected gas detection and worker safety monitoring for industrial facilities, with a SaaS-style iNet platform that overlaps with VISICS's remote monitoring and alarm capabilities. Direct peer because both sell portable/fixed gas detection plus subscription monitoring to plant operators.
• Total Safety: Industrial safety services company that supplies turnaround safety staffing, gas testing, fire protection, and rescue services for planned shutdowns in petrochemical, refining, and energy. Direct peer because the turnaround safety and monitoring services model closely overlaps with VISICS's deployment model.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Industrial Safety: Broad industrial safety portfolio spanning gas detection (RAE Systems, BW), PPE, and connected-worker solutions sold to global energy and chemical majors. Comparable to VISICS in target customers and gas-detection capability but at vastly larger scale across many product lines.
• Dräger: Global leader in safety and medical technology with a major industrial gas detection portfolio (portable and fixed detectors), respirators, and turnaround safety services. Compares to VISICS because both serve confined-space and hazardous-atmosphere monitoring in heavy industry; Dräger is also a named technology integration partner.

Others

• Genetec: Provider of unified physical security software including video surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection widely deployed in industrial and critical-infrastructure environments. Comparable as the broader security/video management layer VISICS integrates with and partially competes with on monitoring deployments.

Market position

Strengths6 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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