Apotheek Van Zanten B.V.

What Apotheek Van Zanten B.V. does

Apotheek Van Zanten B.V. operates as an independent community pharmacy within the Netwerk Apotheken network — an alliance of 134 independent community pharmacies across the Netherlands coordinated by ApotheekCoach B.V. from its headquarters in Bussum. Based on the available evidence (which primarily documents Apotheek Middenwaard, a member pharmacy at Middenwaard 51, Heerhugowaard), the company provides retail pharmaceutical services to registered local patients, including prescription dispensing, repeat medication management, medication consultations, travel health advice, medical device provision, and palliative care support. The pharmacy operates with two named licensed pharmacists and serves a multilingual patient base (Dutch, English, German, Turkish, Ukrainian). Distribution channels include a walk-in storefront, a 24/7 automated medicine vending machine (Medicijnautomaat) for after-hours prescription collection, and home delivery (Bezorgen) with free same-day urgent delivery. Digital channels integrate with the national Mijngezondheid.net patient portal and Medgemak mobile app for repeat prescription self-service.

The underlying technology stack consists of standard pharmacy dispensing systems integrated with Dutch national healthcare infrastructure, notably the Mijngezondheid.net patient portal and Medgemak app. A notable proprietary feature is the Medicijnautomaat — a refrigerated 24/7 medicine vending machine enabling prescription pickup outside opening hours. The pharmacy uses AI-generated video content via Synthesia for multilingual patient education but has no evidence of proprietary AI/ML in core clinical operations. Marketing relies on the Netwerk Apotheken website platform with multilingual content and informational articles on conditions, medications, and self-care.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: prescription medication dispensing reimbursed by Dutch health insurers under the preferentiebeleid (preference policy) framework with patient co-payments; fee-based pharmaceutical services including consultations, medication rolls for polypharmacy patients, travel advice, and medical device provision; and network membership in Netwerk Apotheken which provides shared digital infrastructure and collective marketing. Pricing follows KNMP general pharmacy terms (14-day invoice payment). The pharmacy operates within a tightly regulated Dutch healthcare system that requires licensed pharmacist operation and standardized reimbursement, creating structural barriers to entry but also constraining pricing flexibility.

Name

Apotheek Van Zanten B.V.

Website

https://apotheekmiddenwaard.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Apotheek Van Zanten B.V. is an independent Dutch community pharmacy within the Netwerk Apotheken network, dispensing prescriptions, providing medication consultations, and offering 24/7 medication access via vending machine and home delivery to local patients in Heerhugowaard and surrounding areas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Pharmacy Services

NAICS

Pharmacies and Drug Retailers (456110)

SIC

Retail-Drug Stores And Proprietary Stores (5912)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAFALAA

Retail & Community Pharmacies (Chain/Independent)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Healthcare Providers & Systems/Pharmacy & Medication Management Services

SECONDARYHSABALAG

Injectables & Specialty Medication Support (e.g., insulin, biologics)

Home & Personal Services/Elder Care & In-Home Care Services/Medication Management & In-Home Pharmacy Support

Keywords

• Community pharmacy services
• Prescription medication dispensing
• Pharmaceutical care services
• Medication management services
• Pharmaceutical home delivery

Headquarters

HQ city

Bussum

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Prescription Medication Dispensing: Core revenue stream from dispensing prescription medications to registered patients. Billing is processed through Dutch health insurers (zorgverzekeraars) with patient co-payments where applicable per the preferentiebeleid (preference policy). Payment terms follow KNMP general pharmacy sales and payment conditions — invoices due within 14 days, with collection procedures for non-payment.
2. Pharmaceutical Services: Revenue from fee-based services including medication consultations (medicijngesprek), medication rolls (medicijnrol) for patients with complex medication regimens, travel health advice (reisadvies), and medical device provision.
3. Network Pharmacy Services: Netwerk Apotheken operates as a platform for affiliated independent pharmacies. The network provides shared infrastructure, digital tools, and collective marketing while individual pharmacies maintain their own revenue from dispensing and services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Apotheek Van Zanten B.V. operates a community retail pharmacy in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, dispensing prescription medications, managing repeat prescriptions, providing medication consultations, medication roll packaging for polypharmacy patients, travel health advice, medical device provision, and home delivery. The pharmacy is part of Netwerk Apotheken, an alliance of 134 independent community pharmacies sharing infrastructure and coordinating care with local general practitioners and home care providers.

Product overview

Netwerk Apotheken is a network of 134 independent community pharmacies in the Netherlands, including Apotheek Middenwaard (ACN). The network operates as a unified pharmacy brand offering local pharmaceutical care. The core offerings center on repeat prescription management (Herhaalmedicatie) with multiple access channels including online forms, Medgemak app, and Mijngezondheid.net portal. Supporting services include medication rolls (Medicijnrol) for patients managing multiple medications, 24/7 medication dispenser lockers (Medicijnautomaat) for out-of-hours pickup, home delivery (Bezorgen) with free same-day urgent delivery, medication consultations (Medicijngesprek), medical devices, travel advice, palliative care, and self-care products. All 134 pharmacies share knowledge and coordinate care with local doctors and healthcare providers within the network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Herhaalmedicatie (Repeat Prescription Service)

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Netwerk ApothekencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorApotheek Middenwaard is a member of Netwerk Apotheken, an alliance of 134 independent community pharmacies in the Netherlands. The network provides shared digital infrastructure, marketing platform, collective knowledge sharing among pharmacists, and coordinated care protocols with local healthcare providers. Netwerk Apotheken is operated by ApotheekCoach B.V., which provides the technology platform, privacy compliance (GDPR), and cookie policy framework.
• Regionale Spoedapotheek Alkmaar (Regional Emergency Pharmacy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Regional Emergency Pharmacy in Alkmaar ensures 24/7 medication access for patients outside regular pharmacy opening hours. The emergency pharmacy handles urgent medication needs when Apotheek Middenwaard is closed, providing continuity of care.
• Local General Practitioners (Huisartsen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose collaboration with local GPs for prescription coordination, medication reviews, patient referrals, and therapy effectiveness monitoring. The pharmacy and GPs jointly assess medical necessity for non-generic medications.
• Home Care Providers (Thuiszorg)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInhoudelijk overleg (substantive consultation) with home care providers regarding patient medication management, care coordination, and medication safety for patients receiving home-based care.
• Mijngezondheid.netcoreTechnology or IntegrationNational Dutch patient health record portal integrated with pharmacy services, enabling patients to manage repeat prescriptions, view medication history, and access digital health services online.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alphega apotheek: Alliance of independent Dutch pharmacies coordinated by Alliance Healthcare; comparable franchise/network model with shared marketing, dispensing software, and patient-service programs.
• Service Apotheek: Network of independent Dutch community pharmacies offering repeat prescription management, medication rolls and consultations under a unified brand; structurally the closest peer to a Netwerk Apotheken member.
• Kring-apotheek: Cooperative network of independent Dutch community pharmacies offering repeat prescription services, medication reviews, and local care coordination comparable to Netwerk Apotheken's model.

Broad incumbents

• Benu Apotheek: One of the largest pharmacy chains in the Netherlands, combining owned stores and franchisees; competes for the same insured patients using the same zorgverzekeraar reimbursement rails.
• Medsen Apotheek (formerly Lloyds Apotheek): Multi-format Dutch pharmacy operator (physical stores plus online) covering dispensing, advice, and delivery; relevant comparable for both retail and digital channels.
• Boots Apotheek (Netherlands): International pharmacy brand operating a chain of Dutch apotheken with prescriptions, self-care, and online services; comparable in product mix and customer proposition.

Emerging players

• DocMorris (Netherlands): Online pharmacy serving Dutch patients with prescription and OTC delivery; a non-physical competitor that pressures local dispensaries on price and convenience.
• Plasmavitae / Nationale Apotheek: Online/mail-order Dutch pharmacy focusing on repeat prescriptions and chronic medication delivery; competes for the same repeat-prescription patients that Netwerk Apotheken pharmacies rely on.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/apotheek-van-zanten-b.v.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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