Transport & Lifting Twenthe

What Transport & Lifting Twenthe does

Transport & Lifting Twenthe B.V. is a Dutch private logistics services company founded in 2012 by Erik Agteresch in Rijssen, Netherlands, operating across three divisions: Rental & Sales (construction plates, dragline mats, mini-jib cranes, forklifts, fencing, containers), Transport & Lifting (specialized transport and crane operations), and TLT Special Projects (circular assembly/disassembly, total logistics, and engineering). The company serves enterprise clients in construction, telecommunications, energy transition, prefab/modular construction, events, and industrial manufacturing, with named customers including VolkerWessels, Strukton, Abus, TenneT, T-Mobile, Meerdink Bruggen, Unbrick, and Cranestock International. Its core capability is acting as a 'regisseur' that coordinates its own specialized fleet with a long-standing network of trusted partners to deliver end-to-end logistics execution under a single point of contact.

The company owns and operates a specialized fleet that includes Volvo FH5 trucks in multiple configurations (4x2, 6x2, 8x2), HMF truck-mounted cranes, Palfinger cranes (including the 2024-launched fully electric PK135000TEC), Hoeflon electric mini-jib cranes (C6E, C10E, C30E), and a Customizers-built remote-controlled plate trailer. It operates from headquarters in Rijssen, a branch in Holten, and rental depots in Rijssen, Lieren, and Dalfsen (acquired via Kolbe in January 2024). Geographic reach spans the Netherlands, Germany, and Curaçao. Certifications include VCA-Petrochemie for petrochemical-site safety and Erkend Leerbedrijf for vocational training.

The business model is project-based B2B services plus equipment rental and sales, with quote-based pricing that is not publicly disclosed. Revenue streams include equipment rental, transport services, lifting services, special projects/engineering, and equipment sales. Go-to-market is direct enterprise sales targeting construction, telecom, energy, and infrastructure companies, emphasizing long-term relationships and full-service logistics from planning through execution. The company is founder/family-owned, structured as a Dutch B.V., with no disclosed external investors or parent company, and currently employs more than 60 people.

Name

Transport & Lifting Twenthe

Legal name

Transport & Lifting Twenthe B.V.

Website

https://tltwenthe.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Transport & Lifting Twenthe is a Dutch B2B logistics services company founded in 2012, operating rental, transport, lifting, and circular-assembly services for enterprise customers in construction, telecom, energy, and industrial sectors across the Netherlands, Germany, and Curaçao.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heavy Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842), Support Activities for Transportation (488)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537)

akta.pro primary industry

Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers) (IMAHABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Truckload (TL) Freight Brokerage (TLADAMAB), Dry Van (General Freight) TL Carriers (TLADADAA)

Keywords

• Heavy equipment rental
• Specialized transport services
• Crane lifting operations
• Construction site logistics
• Circular assembly services

Headquarters

HQ city

Rijssen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rental: Rental of construction equipment including steel plates, plastic plates, composite plates, dragline mats, construction site fencing, containers and units, mini-jib cranes, forklifts, carriers, mini-cranes, and lifting tackle. Rental from locations in Rijssen and Lieren with delivery and collection service.
2. Transport Services: Specialized transport services including plate transport, project loads, national and international transport. Fleet includes Volvo trucks (FH5 4x2, FH5 6x2, FH500 8x2) equipped with various crane configurations.
3. Lifting Services: Lifting work services including crane operations, rigging, and precision lifting. Services cover telecom installations, bridge assembly, stair lifting, antenna mast placement, and other lifting challenges.
4. Special Projects and Engineering: Total logistics, circular assembly and disassembly, logistical services, and engineering consulting for complex logistical challenges. Includes circular montage/demontage of gantry cranes and other industrial equipment.
5. Equipment Sales: Sale of construction equipment and materials including plates, fencing, and containers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Transport & Lifting Twenthe is a Dutch full-service logistics provider renting construction plates, dragline mats, mini-jib cranes, forklifts, and hoisting tackle, while performing specialized transport, crane lifting, and engineering services. It operates three divisions (Rental & Sales, Transport & Lifting, Special Projects) to deliver end-to-end logistics solutions to construction, telecom, energy, and industrial customers.

Product overview

Transport & Lifting Twenthe is a logistics services company organized into three specialized divisions offering an integrated suite of services. The Rental & Sales division provides rental and sales of essential construction equipment including steel, plastic, and composite construction plates (rijplaten), draglineschotten, ground plates (bodemplaten), construction fences, containers, mini cranes (Hoeflon C6E, C10E, C30E), and forklifts. The Transport & Lifting division offers specialized transport and lifting services including crane combinations (Volvo FH5 with HMF autolaadkraan), and recently introduced fully electric Palfinger PK135000TEC crane. The TLT Special Projects division (registered May 21, 2024) focuses on circular assembly and disassembly, total logistics (totaallogistiek), logistical service provision including assembly/disassembly and assembly, and engineering services. The three divisions work together as a 'regisseur' (conductor) for complete logistical solutions, enabling the company to offer comprehensive services from rental equipment to complete project execution in construction, telecom, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Draglineschotten (dragline mats) rental Rental of heavy-duty wooden dragline mats in dimensions from 4000x1000x10mm (500 kg) to 8000x1000x20mm (2000 kg) to support draglines without tipping, protect ground, and improve safety and mobility of heavy machines.
• Steel construction plates (stalen rijplaten) rental Rental of exceptionally durable steel construction plates made from 100% recyclable steel, designed to withstand heavy loads from trucks, excavators, and cranes; available in dimensions from 5000x1500x13mm (800 kg) to 6000x2200x20mm (2200 kg).
• Plastic construction plates (kunststof rijplaten) rental Rental of lightweight, flexible, and strong polyethylene construction plates that do not rust or rot, are weather-resistant, and fully recyclable; available in 3000x1000x20mm and 4000x1000x20mm sizes.
• Composite construction plates (composiet rijplaten) rental Rental of lightweight composite plates for heavy construction equipment such as cranes, shovels, and trucks, suitable for short projects and difficult ground; easily connected for stability and pressure distribution; 100% recyclable.
• Ground and floor plates (kunststof/aluminium bodemplaten) rental Rental of hexagonal HDPE plastic and aluminium floor plates that combine into any shape for temporary surfacing of event venues, parking areas, access roads, and work platforms for heavy cranes and drilling sites.
• Hoeflon mini-jib crane rental (C6E, C10E, C30E) Rental of fully electric, radio-controlled Hoeflon mini-jib cranes (C6E 3-ton, C10E 4-ton, C30E 9-ton) that pass through standard doorways and enable vertical lifting up to 22 meters indoors and outdoors.
• Forklift (heftruck) rental Rental of diesel and electric forklifts ranging in capacity from 1.5 tons to 18 tons for internal transport operations across indoor and outdoor environments.
• Smartlift SL408 outdoor mini crane (glass lift) rental Rental of the Smartlift SL408 multifunctional glass lift with 430 kg maximum capacity, 370 cm maximum lifting height, wide tires, 1200W front-wheel drive, and electric three-dimensional load rotation.
• Hoisting tackle (hijsevenaar) rental Rental of (extendable) hoisting tackle with load capacities from 1 to 35 tons, supplied with accessories such as chain work or cables and adjustable attachment points.
• Hoeflon carrier TC1 rental Rental of the Hoeflon TC1 carrier, designed to pass through any standard doorway with a 40 cm minimum height, expandable with a 4-meter mini trailer for longer goods.
• Construction site fencing and container rental Rental of construction site fencing, (storage) containers, and units for site set-up, expanded through the acquisition of Kolbe Rijplaten en Transport BV.
• Specialized transport services National and international specialized transport services including plate transport, project loads, and heavy haulage using a fleet of Volvo FH5 4x2, 6x2, and 8x2 trucks equipped with crane configurations.
• Crane lifting services Crane lifting operations including rigging and precision lifting for telecom installations, bridge assembly, stair lifting, antenna mast placement, and other lifting challenges.
• TLT Special Projects (circular assembly and disassembly, total logistics, engineering) Special Projects division offering total logistics, circular assembly and disassembly of gantry cranes and industrial equipment, logistical service provision, and engineering consulting for complex logistical challenges.
• Equipment sales (plates, fencing, containers) Sale of construction equipment and materials including construction plates, fencing, and containers.

Quantifiable outcome

• All first-year customers have remained active as clients
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Stichting Kinderhulp GhanaminorOthers · 7 September 2024Charity organization supported through head sponsorship of Rally Kinderhulp Ghana. The rally brings together passionate people to enjoy the Twente landscape while supporting children in Nsoatre, West-Africa with day care, clean drinking water, medical care, and education.
• Kolbe Rijplaten en Transport BVcoreOthers · 1 January 2024Acquisition of Kolbe Rijplaten en Transport BV from Dalfsen as of January 2024. Kolbe, known for excellent service and high-quality equipment for rental of plates, construction fencing, and dragline mats, brings trucks, equipment, and customers to Transport & Lifting Twente. This acquisition enables the company to serve more customers with their logistics needs and grow stably.
• Terberg TechniekcoreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration partner in development of Palfinger PK135000TEC fully electric crane. Terberg Techniek contributed technical expertise to the electric crane development project, resulting in an innovative battery-powered crane with 8-hour minimum runtime and charging capability via 230V or 400V.
• Customizers Voertuigtechniek B.V.coreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration partner for Palfinger PK135000TEC electric crane development and creator of custom plate trailer. Customizers developed the electric crane technology and built the specialized remote-controlled plate trailer with Palfinger S260Z equipment.
• Palfinger NederlandcoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment supplier for Palfinger S260Z crane installed on custom plate trailer. Palfinger provides the certified crane equipment essential for plate transport operations.
• Pultrum RijssencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in circular gantry crane project: Pultrum received transported gantry crane components from Moerdijk. Long-term logistics partner originally providing office space for Erik Agteresch's initial venture. Collaborative relationship spanning over 12 years.
• PontMeyerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuilding materials supplier where company completed 23-meter advertising mast disassembly project. PontMeyer hosts the mast that was removed, with Ter Steege Bouw Vastgoed Rijssen as the contracting party.
• UnbrickcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrefabricated vacation home manufacturer partnership for vakantiepark Roodewoud project. Company placed 40 vacation homes using Unbrick's prefab technology. Joint optimization visits conducted with Unbrick engineers to improve lifting points, assembly methods, and efficiency.
• Cranestock International BVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClient for circular gantry crane project: Cranestock contracted company to disassemble gantry crane in Moerdijk, transport to Werkendam for modifications, then transport and reassemble in Germany. Demonstrates circular economy capabilities.
• Andes Telecom BVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTelecom contractor for which company provides lifting work services including all engineering and preparation for telecommunications installations. Long-term project partner for telecom sector.
• Meerdink BruggencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBridge construction company for which company provided transport and assembly of Lamgatsebrug bridge elements and Panamapad Zoetermeer bridge. Five 22-meter prefab steel elements transported from Winterswijk and hoisted at night.
• Ter Steege Bouw Vastgoed RijssencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstruction company for which company completed 23-meter advertising mast disassembly project at PontMeyer in Heerenveen. Full service from removal to material disposal and site clearing.
• Arbo Adviesburo Twente B.V.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHealth and safety consultancy that provided BHV (emergency response) training for company employees. Training focused on first aid delivery was informative and practical, preparing staff for emergency situations.
• HoefloncoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment supplier for mini-jib cranes (C6E, C10E, C30E) enabling vertical transport in normally inaccessible locations. Company offers full range of Hoeflon equipment for rental.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Koninklijke Saan: Dutch specialized transport and lifting company serving construction, industrial relocations, and infrastructure projects. Comparable in offering crane-equipped transport, rigging, and project logistics across the Netherlands with a similar full-service positioning.
• KVL Group: Dutch heavy transport and crane hire specialist focused on exceptional loads and industrial lifting. Overlaps directly with TLT's crane-truck transport and lifting service portfolio for construction and infrastructure clients.
• Wagenborg: Dutch family-owned logistics company offering heavy transport, abnormal-load escort, and crane work across Northwest Europe. Closest geographic peer with similar combination of own fleet, specialized transport, and Dutch regional roots in construction and energy infrastructure.
• Van der Spek Vianen: Dutch crane rental and lifting services company serving construction, industrial, and infrastructure markets. Closely comparable crane-rental and lifting offering, though without TLT's regisseur/transport breadth.
• Gebr. van der Heijden: Dutch heavy transport, crane rental, and lifting company with fleet of mobile cranes and specialized trucks. Comparable Dutch specialist in heavy-lift and abnormal-load transport serving construction and industrial clients.

Broad incumbents

• Mammoet: Global heavy lifting and engineered transport specialist with a much larger fleet and international footprint. Most relevant incumbent peer to TLT, operating in overlapping heavy-lift and transport segments but at vastly larger scale across energy, infrastructure, and mining.
• Sarens: Belgian-headquartered global crane rental and heavy-lift company. Comparable in offering crane-based solutions for industrial and energy projects, but operates internationally with a fleet and engineering capacity that dwarfs TLT's.

Others

• Palfinger AG: Global manufacturer of loader cranes and lifting equipment, supplier of the PK135000TEC and S260Z cranes that TLT co-developed. Strategic equipment partner relevant to TLT's electrified crane differentiation.
• Hoeflon Machinefabriek: Manufacturer of compact electric mini-cranes (C6E, C10E, C30E) that TLT rents and operates. Included as a strategic supplier/technology partner rather than competitor; relevant for understanding TLT's fleet and differentiation.

Emerging players

• Heavy Transport Group (HTG): Dutch heavy and special transport company offering project cargo, abnormal loads, and escort services. Smaller-scale Dutch peer comparable on specialized transport and project-logistics execution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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