What Würth Nederland B.V. does

Würth Nederland B.V. is a Dutch private limited company (B.V.) and wholly-owned subsidiary of the German Würth-Groep, established in 1962 and headquartered at Het Sterrenbeeld 35 in 's-Hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant. The company functions as a B2B technical wholesaler of mounting and fastening materials, tools, machines, personal protective equipment, construction and installation materials, automotive parts, and technical chemicals, serving more than 125,000 SKUs across professional trade verticals including construction, installation, automotive, metal, wood, maintenance, cargo, maritime, and architects/planners. The technology stack is built around an Intershop-based 24/7 online shop (eshop.wurth.nl), a native iOS/Android Würth App with barcode scanning and QR-code login, an EDI interface for direct placement of orders from customer ERP/procurement systems, and the proprietary ORSY inventory management suite (Magazijn, Scan, Vending, Opbergsysteem, Mobil). Distribution is executed through 51 owned retail shops across the Netherlands (including a flagship store at headquarters) with 60-minute Click & Collect, supported by a field-sales force providing on-site advisory and an inside-sales function (Sales Support and After Sales). The company sells exclusively to business customers — registration is mandatory and pricing is quote-based on customer account status and order volume rather than publicly disclosed list prices — generating revenue through hardware sales across the categories listed above. Reinforcing the brand is Kunstlocatie Würth, an on-site art gallery hosting rotating exhibitions from the Würth Collection and serving as a corporate cultural-engagement channel.

Name

Würth Nederland B.V.

Legal name

Würth Nederland B.V.

Website

https://wurth.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Würth Nederland B.V. is a B2B technical wholesaler and Dutch subsidiary of Germany's Würth Group, distributing over 125,000 mounting, fastening, tool, and PPE products to professional trade customers via 51 retail shops, e-commerce, mobile app, EDI, and field sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Supplies & Tools Distribution

NAICS

Hardware Merchant Wholesalers (423710), Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423840), Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42385)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware (5072), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive, Tools & Industrial Supplies (B2B) (CRAEAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction Materials & Building Supplies Marketplaces (CRAFAHAB), Automotive Parts, Tires & Workshop Supplies Marketplaces (CRAFAHAD)

Keywords

• Fastening and mounting materials
• Industrial tools and supplies
• B2B technical wholesaler
• Professional PPE equipment
• Automotive repair parts

Headquarters

HQ city

's-Hertogenbosch

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware and Fastener Sales: Sale of mounting and fastening materials including screws, bolts, anchors, and plugs. Core product category for the company.
2. Tools and Machines: High-quality tools and machines for professional use, including electric tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments.
3. Personal Protective Equipment: Safety clothing, helmets, gloves, and other protective equipment for workers.
4. Construction and Installation Materials: Materials for every phase of construction projects, including insulation, sealing, and fastening solutions.
5. Automotive Parts and Services: Automotive parts, E-Mobility solutions, charging equipment, and air conditioning services.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Würth Nederland B.V. is a B2B technical wholesaler selling more than 125,000 articles of mounting and fastening materials, hand and power tools, personal protective equipment, automotive parts, construction products, electrical installation supplies, and technical chemicals to professional trade and industrial customers. The offering is delivered through an integrated multi-channel ecosystem comprising a 24/7 online shop, mobile app with barcode scanning, 51 physical retail shops with Click & Collect, field sales representatives, EDI integration, and the ORSY inventory management system.

Product overview

Würth Nederland B.V. is a B2B technical wholesaler and subsidiary of the German Würth Group, offering a comprehensive portfolio of over 125,000 products across 25+ categories for professional trades and industries. The core offering centers on the Online Shop e-commerce platform complemented by the Würth App mobile application, enabling 24/7 ordering and inventory management. The company provides an integrated ecosystem of services including the ORSY system (comprising Orsy Magazijn, Orsy Scan, Orsy Vending, Orsy Opbergsysteem, and Orsy Mobil modules) for inventory management solutions, Click & Collect at 51 physical Würth Shops, Masterservice and Partsmanager for tool and parts management, Würth Keuringen for tool inspections, and EDI integration for enterprise customers. Product categories span fasteners, hand tools, occupational safety equipment, machines, automotive parts, electrical installation, construction products, technical chemicals, and specialized offerings like WEPOWER for sustainable mobility and E-Mobility solutions. The company also operates Kunstlocatie Würth, an art and culture venue, as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kunstlocatie Würth: Art gallery and cultural venue showcasing works from the Würth Collection, featuring exhibitions, educational programs, and cultural events for the community. Open to the public free of charge.

Products and services

• Bevestigingsmiddelen (Fasteners) Comprehensive range of fastening products including screws, bolts, anchors, and plugs for secure and reliable mounting applications in construction, installation, and industrial settings. Sold to professional trade customers.
• Handgereedschap (Hand Tools) High-quality hand tools for professional use across construction, metalworking, automotive, and installation trades.
• Arbeidsveiligheid (Occupational Safety / PPE) Personal protective equipment and safety products including safety clothing, helmets, gloves, and protective gear for industrial workers. Includes Modyf professional workwear sub-brand.
• Machines (Power Tools) Professional power tools and machines for various industrial applications, complemented by the Masterservice tool repair and maintenance offering and Partsmanager for replacement parts management.
• Automotive-onderdelen (Automotive Parts) Replacement parts and supplies for automotive repair and maintenance, including Aircoservice powered by Würth for air conditioning servicing and E-Mobility charging equipment for EV infrastructure.
• Elektrische installatie (Electrical Installation) Products for electrical installation work including wiring, components, and accessories for installation professionals.
• Bouwproducten (Construction Products) Materials for all phases of construction projects from foundation to finishing, including insulation, sealing, fastening, lasers, drawer systems, and reusable concrete screws.
• Technische chemicaliën (Technical Chemicals) Industrial chemicals including lubricants, greases, and maintenance products for industrial applications.
• WEPOWER Sustainable Mobility Solutions Sub-brand covering sustainable mobility solutions including hydrogen and electric vehicle infrastructure and products for the automotive sector. Includes chargers and boosters, E-Mobility charging equipment, and waterstof (hydrogen) solutions.
• Ceraline Metal Processing Products Specialized products for metal processing and finishing applications, including diamond grinding discs (BSL) and spiral step drills (HSS) for metalworking professionals.
• Würth Online Shop (E-commerce Platform) B2B e-commerce platform allowing registered business customers to browse and order from over 125,000 products 24/7, with real-time inventory checking, order tracking, and multiple payment options including iDEAL, Mastercard, and VISA.
• Würth Mobile App Mobile application for Android and iOS providing customers with Click & Collect, barcode scanning, shop inventory checking, order overview, Track & Trace, and QR code login for seamless authentication.
• ORSY Inventory Management System Comprehensive inventory management platform installed at customer premises comprising five modules: ORSY Magazijn (warehouse shelving), ORSY Scan (barcode scan-and-order), ORSY Vending (24/7 automated vending machines), ORSY Opbergsysteem (storage systems), and ORSY Mobil (company vehicle interior fitting). Enables customers to optimize on-site inventory, reduce storage costs, and minimize waste.
• Click & Collect Service Order online and collect in-store service with 60-minute pickup available at 51 Würth Shops across the Netherlands, enabling rapid procurement without waiting for delivery.
• Würth Keuringen (Tool Inspection and Certification) Professional inspection and certification services for electrical tools and climbing equipment, conducted by qualified inspectors according to latest standards and EKH guidelines. Ensures regulatory compliance for professional users.
• EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Integration Electronic Data Interchange capability allowing enterprise customers to place orders directly from their own ERP or procurement systems, enabling automated order placement and seamless workflow integration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Order before 16:00, delivered next day (if in stock)

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Würth Group (Germany)coreOthersWürth Nederland B.V. is a subsidiary and integral part of the German Würth Group, an international market leader in mounting and fastening materials. The Group provides brand identity, product range expertise, and corporate infrastructure to its Dutch subsidiary.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hilti: Direct competitor in professional fastening, anchors, and power tools for construction and industry. Overlaps with Würth Nederland's construction, installation, and metal verticals and competes for the same trades customer base.
• ToolStation (Travis Perkins): B2B/b2c tools and hardware retailer operating in the Netherlands with a similar click-and-collect / branch-density model. Directly comparable on shop-based tools-and-fasteners distribution to professional and trade customers.
• Würth Group (Würth-Groep): Parent company and direct operating peer. The Würth Group operates the same technical-wholesale model globally with the same product breadth (fasteners, tools, automotive, chemicals). Würth Nederland executes the identical playbook at country scale.

Broad incumbents

• MSC Industrial: Major B2B metalworking and industrial supplies distributor. Comparable on serving professional buyers in metal, maintenance, and MRO with deep catalogs and supply-chain services.
• Bosch Power Tools (Robert Bosch): Major professional power tools brand sold through Würth Nederland and competing distribution. Comparable as a vendor/competitor in the power-tool and construction-equipment categories.
• Fastenal: Global B2B distributor of fasteners, tools, and industrial supplies with on-site vending and integrated supply programs (similar in concept to ORSY). Comparable on product mix, customer segments, and value-added supply solutions.
• Snap-on: Professional tools, diagnostics, and equipment supplier for automotive and industrial customers. Comparable to Würth Nederland's automotive vertical and tool-services business.
• Grainger: Large-scale industrial MRO distributor with a broad maintenance, tool, and fastener assortment. Comparable to Würth Nederland on the maintenance vertical and on serving B2B customers through both digital and physical channels.
• Stanley Black & Decker (incl. Facom): Global tools and fasteners manufacturer and distributor with strong professional-trade brands (DeWalt, Stanley, Facom). Comparable to Würth Nederland's professional-tools assortment across construction and automotive.

Regional players

• Praxis (Intergamma - Gamma / Karwei): Leading Dutch home-improvement and building-materials retailer with overlapping product categories (fasteners, tools, construction products). Comparable regional footprint in the Netherlands but skewed more to consumer/DIY than Würth's pure-B2B focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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