What HORCONEX does

HORCONEX B.V. is a privately-held Dutch specialist in greenhouse horticulture construction, founded in 1986 in Poeldijk (Westland) and operating as an independent full-service supplier with wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany (HORCONEX GmbH, Geldern) and France (HORCONEX S.A.S., Ploudaniel). The company designs, builds, renovates and services commercial greenhouses and integrated horticultural systems for enterprise growers across the Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and the United Kingdom, with a service radius of 1,200–1,500 km.

Its product portfolio is structured as a core greenhouse platform (Venlo/Venlokas, Activenlo® energy-efficient dehumidification greenhouse, Activenlo® Air semi-closed greenhouse, Solar Venlo® PV-integrated greenhouse and the Cabriokas convertible-roof greenhouse) plus modular add-on systems covering climate control (heating, cooling, CO2 dosing, buffer tanks, CHP, electric boilers, geothermal, heat networks), screening (horizontal, vertical, insect netting), cultivation systems (gutters, mobile systems), water/irrigation and electrical infrastructure, plus commercial business premises. Differentiation rests on proprietary engineered concepts, EN 13031-1 compliance, and a brand heritage of over 35 years.

Revenue is generated primarily through project-based, custom-designed turnkey contracts (new build, renovation, expansion) for commercial greenhouse growers, supplemented by dedicated service, maintenance and emergency-repair streams and a solar-investor channel for Solar Venlo deployments. The company sells directly via a regional European field-sales organisation (sales managers per territory in NL, DE, FR, CH, UK, CZ), positions at major trade fairs (Sival, Fruit Logistica, Intersolar, Solar Solutions), and uses a multilingual website as a digital front door. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; no public funding, valuation, or revenue figures have been disclosed.

Name

HORCONEX

Legal name

Horconex B.V.

Website

https://horconex.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HORCONEX is a privately-held Dutch greenhouse-construction specialist (founded 1986) that designs, builds, renovates and services turnkey commercial greenhouses — including its proprietary Activenlo and Solar Venlo concepts — and integrated climate, screening, cultivation and solar-energy systems for enterprise horticulture growers across the Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, Czech Republic and the United Kingdom.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Greenhouse Construction & Horticultural Engineering

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Heating Equip, Except Elec & Warm Air; & Plumbing Fixtures (3430), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991)

akta.pro primary industry

Greenhouse Structures & Construction (Frames, Glazing, Benches) (AFAAAHAA)

Keywords

• Greenhouse construction
• Horticultural engineering
• Commercial greenhouse design
• Climate control systems
• Solar greenhouse solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Poeldijk

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Greenhouse Construction Projects: Design, construction, and renovation of greenhouses (Venlo, Activenlo, Solar Venlo, Cabrio types) and complete horticultural projects. Revenue earned through project-based contracts covering new build, renovation, and expansion. Projects span the Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and the United Kingdom.
2. Horticultural Systems and Components: Sale and installation of climate systems (heating, cooling, dehumidification, ventilation, CO2 dosing), screen systems (horizontal, vertical, insect netting), cultivation systems (gutters, mobile systems), water and irrigation systems, and electrical installations.
3. Service, Maintenance and Repairs: Ongoing service including annual inspections of moving parts and systems, repairs for wear and damage, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs. Customers can request service via website forms. Local depots ensure quick response and materials availability.
4. Solar / Photovoltaic Systems: Design and construction of Solar Venlo greenhouses with integrated solar panels for investors and growers, including permits, subsidies support, and grid connection.
5. Business Premises and Auxiliary Spaces: Design and construction of commercial auxiliary spaces including packaging areas, cold stores, offices, canteens, technical rooms, and storage areas integrated into greenhouse horticulture operations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

HORCONEX designs, builds, and services commercial greenhouses and integrated horticultural systems for European growers and solar investors. Offerings span greenhouse construction (Venlo, Activenlo, Activenlo Air, Solar Venlo, Cabriokas, Asymmetrical), climate systems (heating, cooling, dehumidification, CO2 dosing, buffer tanks, CHP, geothermal), screen systems, cultivation gutters and mobile systems, water/irrigation and electrical installations, business premises, and ongoing service and maintenance.

Product overview

HORCONEX is a full-service greenhouse construction company offering a comprehensive portfolio of greenhouse products and systems. Their core offerings include five distinct greenhouse types: the Venlo Greenhouse (standard multi-purpose), Activenlo® (energy-efficient with dehumidification), Activenlo® Air (semi-closed for maximum climate control), Solar Venlo® (integrated solar panels), and Cabrio Convertible (fully opening roof). These are complemented by modular add-on systems including climate management (heating, cooling, CO₂ dosing, buffer tanks, technical rooms with CHP/electric boilers/geothermal/heat network), screen systems (horizontal, vertical, insect netting), cultivation systems (gutters, mobile systems), water/irrigation and electrical systems, business premises construction, and comprehensive service/maintenance. The portfolio follows a platform-plus-modules architecture where customers select from the core greenhouse types and customize with integrated add-on systems for complete turnkey solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Activenlo®: Energy-efficient greenhouse system designed for 'The Next Generation in Greenhouse Cultivation' using innovative dehumidification technologies, offering up to 40% energy savings
• Activenlo® Air
• Solar Venlo®
• Asymmetrical Greenhouse
• Venlokas
• Cabriokas

Products and services

• Venlo Greenhouse (Venlokas) World-standard greenhouse with high light transmission, versatile construction, and excellent durability, built to European construction standard EN 13031-1. Suitable for vegetables, flowers, and potted plants.
• Activenlo® Energy-efficient greenhouse designed for the Dutch 'Het Nieuwe Telen' (Next Generation Greenhouse Cultivation) system, using advanced dehumidification to achieve up to 40% energy savings while maintaining optimal climate control and healthier crops.
• Activenlo® Air Semi-closed greenhouse with no ventilation air vents, providing full climate control through integrated heating, cooling, air circulation and CO2 dosing. Keeps insects out without traditional venting, suitable for regions with high insect pressure or extreme climate conditions.
• Solar Venlo® Greenhouse with integrated solar panels in the roof, combining cultivation with renewable energy generation. Ideal for shade-loving crops (flowers, potted plants, lettuce). Solar panels integrated in or mounted on roof in sandwich system.
• Cabrio Convertible Greenhouse (Cabriokas) Convertible greenhouse with fully opening roof (MX-1 roof system) for maximum ventilation. Ideal for hardening off plants while providing protection from weather conditions such as hail and wind.
• Asymmetrical Greenhouse Innovative greenhouse with unique roof design where one side is equipped with solar panels while the other allows optimal light through. Designed to maximise solar energy yields without compromising light for crops.
• Climate Systems (Heating, Cooling, Ventilation) Complete climate management solutions including greenhouse heating (pipe rail, vegetable, snowmelt, gable, table heating), cooling systems, dehumidification, and ventilation for optimal growing conditions.
• CO2 Dosing System System for optimal distribution of CO2 in greenhouses to accelerate photosynthesis and promote faster crop growth, fully integrated with existing climate systems.
• Buffer Tank Heat storage system allowing previously generated heat to be stored for later use, enabling better management of peaks and troughs in heat demand and maximizing heating system efficiency.
• Technical Room Systems (CHP, Electric Boiler, Geothermal, Heat Network) Complete energy management solutions including Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, electric boilers for fossil-free heating, geothermal heat integration, and heating network connections.
• Screen Systems (Horizontal, Vertical, Insect Netting) Customized screening solutions including horizontal screens for energy savings and light control, vertical screens for climate zones and partitions, and insect netting for pest protection.
• Cultivation Gutters High-quality growing channels providing optimal water drainage, improved air circulation, and water recycling capabilities (collection and reuse of drainage water) for vegetables, soft fruits, and flowers.
• Mobile Cultivation Systems Flexible tables or gutters that can be easily moved for efficient transport of crops to harvesting sites, maintenance areas, or special climate zones.
• Water (Irrigation) Systems Customized irrigation solutions including water transport, storage, and treatment systems designed for specific crops and greenhouse layouts.
• Electrical Systems Complete electrical infrastructure solutions for modern greenhouses including installation, smart technology for system control, and safety-compliant solutions.
• Business Premises Complete commercial space solutions including packaging areas, cold stores, offices, canteens, technical rooms, and storage areas integrated with greenhouse operations.
• Service & Maintenance Comprehensive service including annual inspections of moving parts and systems, repairs for wear and damage, preventative maintenance, custom advice, and emergency repairs with a working radius of 1,200 kilometres.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% energy savings with Activenlo greenhouse dehumidification technology
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Unicorn Energy (Unicorn AG / Energy Sales)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerUnicorn Energy is an exclusive partner for Solar Venlo in Germany. HORCONEX completed a Solar Venlo greenhouse of approximately 4,000 m² near Wellen, Germany, through this partnership. Unicorn Energy handles energy sales and distribution of the Solar Venlo concept in the German market.
• VoltirisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVoltiris is referenced as a customer and partner in HORCONEX's solar greenhouse projects. Voltiris provides positive feedback on HORCONEX's years of experience, smooth project execution, and flexible communication.
• Solar Supplier (partnership for Bordeaux/Toulouse projects)coreTechnology or IntegrationHORCONEX partnered with a solar supplier to construct approximately 40 hectares of Solar Venlo greenhouse space within two years for projects in Bordeaux and Toulouse, France. The partnership enables rapid deployment of integrated solar greenhouse solutions.
• AVAG (branch organisation)minorOthersHORCONEX applies the AVAG Terms and Conditions (General Conditions for the Horticultural and Allied Trades), which are filed at the Registry of the The Hague District Court. AVAG is the branch organisation setting standard terms for the Dutch horticulture sector.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Richel Group: Richel is a French greenhouse manufacturer and turnkey builder for vegetable, flower, and berry growers across Europe — directly competing with HORCONEX's French subsidiary in the same regional market with comparable greenhouse construction offerings.
• Dalsem: Dalsem is a Dutch developer of complete high-tech greenhouse projects including Venlo structures, climate, screening, and water systems — overlapping with HORCONEX's full-service platform and serving similar commercial horticulture clients globally.
• Certhon: Certhon is a Dutch greenhouse construction and horticultural technology company offering turnkey greenhouse projects, climate systems, and high-tech cultivation solutions across Europe and beyond — directly competing with HORCONEX's core greenhouse construction and systems integration offering.
• Kubo Green Projects: Kubo is a Dutch family-owned greenhouse builder specialising in Venlo, semi-closed, and high-tech greenhouses for vegetable, flower, and medicinal cannabis growers globally — a direct competitor in HORCONEX's core greenhouse construction market.
• Van der Hoeven Horticultural Projects: Van der Hoeven designs and builds complete high-tech greenhouses and horticultural projects worldwide, with comparable offerings in semi-closed greenhouses and integrated climate systems — directly competitive with HORCONEX's turnkey proposition.

Broad incumbents

• Priva: Priva is a Dutch provider of process computers, climate control, and water management systems for horticulture and building automation — overlapping with HORCONEX's climate systems and irrigation modules but operating as a hardware/software supplier rather than EPC builder.
• Royal Brinkman: Royal Brinkman is a large Dutch supplier of horticultural products, supplies, and services to greenhouse growers worldwide, with a broader catalogue that includes greenhouse-related construction and supplies — a broad incumbent serving the same customer base as HORCONEX.
• Signify (Philips Horticultural LED): Signify supplies horticultural LED lighting and growing solutions to greenhouse operators globally, often integrated into high-tech greenhouse projects comparable to HORCONEX's turnkey scope — operating as a broad incumbent in horticulture technology.

Regional players

• Haygrove: Haygrove is a UK-based grower and supplier of tunnels, glasshouses, and substrate systems for berries and horticulture — a regional player with overlapping greenhouse structure offerings serving primarily UK and international berry markets.

Others

• ARaymond Moreh (agri/greenhouse glazing & components): ARaymond supplies fastening and assembly solutions widely used in greenhouse construction and horticultural infrastructure — an adjacent component supplier to HORCONEX's building and assembly operations rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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