What DEKRA Netherlands does

DEKRA Netherlands (legal entity: DEKRA Certification B.V.) is the Dutch operating subsidiary of the German-headquartered DEKRA Group and operates as one of the largest testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) organizations in the Netherlands. Founded as part of the DEKRA franchise in 1925 and headquartered at Meander 1051 in Arnhem, the entity runs five core service divisions: Digital & Product Solutions (covering EMC/RF testing, medical device Notified Body services, eMobility, cybersecurity, AI testing, wireless, homologation, and product safety), Audit (ISO and sustainability management system certification), Industrial Inspection (rotating machines, non-destructive testing, and the proprietary ARGIS robotic generator inspection system), DEKRA People (specialist staffing for the damage insurance sector), and Claims & Expertise (damage handling, vehicle expertise, and investigations for insurers and fleet operators).

The technology base comprises accredited laboratories in Arnhem (including a 2022-vintage Open Area Test Site for large electric vehicles), proprietary assets such as the ARGIS air-gap generator inspection robot, and the unique connected-car test environment in Málaga, Spain. DEKRA operates recognized certification marks (DEKRA Mark, cDEKRAus NRTL), holds Notified Body status for MDR/IVDR medical devices, is the only CHAdeMO certifier in the Netherlands, and is one of two institutions worldwide recognized by CharIN for combined charging system conformance testing. Additional recognitions include FCC Conformity Assessment Body status, IECEE CB Scheme participation covering ~200 countries, and annual RvA accreditation.

DEKRA Netherlands generates revenue through professional services billed on a quote-based, multi-year contract model across five enterprise-facing service lines. Customers are reached via direct enterprise sales supported by service-specific websites, dedicated contact forms, whitepapers, newsletters, and expert-led guidance sessions. The entity sells primarily to enterprise OEMs and tier suppliers (automotive, eMobility, medical devices), industrial automation and critical infrastructure operators (cybersecurity, NIS2, IEC 62443), consumer electronics manufacturers, and insurance and fleet management clients.

Name

DEKRA Netherlands

Legal name

DEKRA Certification B.V.

Website

https://dekra.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1925

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

DEKRA Netherlands (DEKRA Certification B.V.) is the Dutch TIC subsidiary of DEKRA Group, providing testing, inspection, certification, and claims expertise to enterprise clients in automotive, medical devices, industrial, cybersecurity, and consumer electronics sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Engineering Services (541330)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Testing, Inspection, Certification & Commissioning (TICx) Technical Services (BPAHAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN), Electrical Testing & Certification (Protection Relays, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAEAHAG), Compliance, Risk & Supplier Due Diligence (KYC/ESG/Sanctions) (BPAAAJAK)

Keywords

• Product testing certification
• Automotive homologation services
• Medical device certification
• Industrial inspection services
• Cybersecurity compliance testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Arnhem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Product Testing and Certification Services: Testing, inspection and certification of products including automotive, electronics, medical devices, and wireless technologies. Services include EMC testing, RF testing, cybersecurity testing, and type approval/homologation services.
2. Audit and Assessment Services: Independent audits, inspections and verifications for management systems including ISO certifications, sustainability certifications, and supplier assessments.
3. Claims and Expertise Services: Damage expertise, claims handling, vehicle management and investigation services for insurance and corporate clients.
4. Industrial Inspection Services: Inspection and testing of business-critical installations, systems and materials to ensure safety of constructions and installations.
5. DEKRA People Staffing Services: Specialist staffing and detachment of professionals in the damage/claims industry.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DEKRA Netherlands is the Dutch TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification) arm of DEKRA Group, providing accredited product testing and certification, homologation and type approval, industrial inspection, management system audits, cybersecurity testing, periodic vehicle inspection (APK), and claims and expert services for insurance and fleet customers. Its core customers are manufacturers, infrastructure operators, fleet and leasing companies, and insurance providers requiring accredited conformity assessments in regulated and voluntary schemes.

Product overview

DEKRA Netherlands operates as a major international safety organization with nearly 100 years of experience in testing, inspection, and certification. The company is organized into five core divisions: Digital & Product Solutions (covering product testing, EMC/RF, medical technology, cybersecurity, wireless, AI, and explosion safety), Audit (management system certifications), Industrial Inspection (critical installations and non-destructive testing), DEKRA People (professional staffing in the damage sector), and Claims & Expertise (damage and claims management). Under Digital & Product Solutions, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of testing and certification services including Automotive Testing, eMobility Testing (covering charging infrastructure, batteries, and EVSE), Homologation & Type Approval, EMC & RF Testing, Medical Technology Testing (including IEC 60601 and IEC 62366), Cybersecurity Testing (covering RED Directive, NIS2, IEC 62443, penetration testing), and AI Testing and Certification. The divisions work together to provide end-to-end safety services from product development through market access across national, European, and global markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DEKRA Mark: A certification mark that demonstrates products have been thoroughly tested and meet all required safety standards. Based on internationally recognized standards, it serves as a passport for global market access.
• cDEKRAus

Products and services

• Digital & Product Solutions End-to-end product testing, certification, and cybersecurity assessment for manufacturers of electronics, IoT/connected devices, home appliances, and industrial electrical products. Covers EMC, wireless/RF, SAR, energy efficiency, product safety, and global market access certification under marks such as DEKRA Mark and cDEKRAus.
• Audit Services Management system certification and audit services including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, ISO 13485, and ESG/sustainability assurance, delivered using the proprietary ARGIS audit management platform.
• Industrial Inspection Accredited inspection of pressure equipment, pipelines, structural steel, lifting equipment, NDT, ATEX/explosion safety, and asset integrity for industrial operators and EPC contractors.
• DEKRA People (Vehicle Inspection and Mobility Services) Periodic Technical Inspection (APK), pre-purchase vehicle inspections, and broader mobility and fleet services delivered across the Dutch regional office network.
• Claims & Expertise Independent vehicle damage assessment, rental damage handling, fraud investigation, and expert opinions for insurance companies, rental firms, and fleet operators.
• Automotive Testing and Homologation Type approval, homologation, EMC, eMobility conformance, and connected car testing for vehicle OEMs and tier-1 suppliers, leveraging the Connected Car Test Environment.
• Medical Device Certification (Notified Body) Notified Body conformity assessments, ISO 13485 certification, and CE marking support for medical devices and in vitro diagnostic devices under MDR and IVDR.
• Cybersecurity Testing and Certification Cybersecurity evaluations and certifications under Common Criteria, IEC 62443, ISO/SAE 21434 (automotive), ETSI EN 303 645 (consumer IoT), and related schemes.
• eMobility Testing Services Testing and certification for EV charging infrastructure, including CHAdeMO certification and CharIN conformance testing programs.
• AI Testing and Certification Testing, auditing, and certification services addressing the EU AI Act and broader AI assurance needs for product and industrial AI systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 1% globally in EcoVadis sustainability assessment (2020)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CharINcoreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA is one of only two institutions in the world recognized by CharIN for performing conformance tests. This partnership enables DEKRA to certify charging equipment according to CharIN standards for combined charging systems.
• CHAdeMOcoreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA is the only certification body in the Netherlands authorized to certify for CHAdeMO charging standards, which is one of the standards for DC fast chargers.
• ENISA (European Union Agency for Cybersecurity)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerENISA is responsible for improving cyber security within Europe. DEKRA works with ENISA and follows their guidance on cybersecurity standards and regulations for NIS2 compliance.
• Raad van Accreditatie (RvA)coreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA's testing methods in the Netherlands are annually audited by the Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA), ensuring worldwide acceptance of DEKRA test reports.
• Federal Communication Commission (FCC)coreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA is recognized by the FCC as a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB), meaning all EMC test results are accepted by the FCC for immediate market access to the American market.
• IECEE (International Electrotechnical Commission System of Conformity Assessment Schemes)coreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA participates in the IECEE CB Scheme, enabling international type certification services in approximately 200 countries and issuance of CB certificates for cybersecurity and electrical safety.
• Standardization Organizations and Industry ConsortiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDEKRA participates in standardization committees and industry consortia including OEMs, suppliers, development partners, charging infrastructure providers, consultants, committee members and other test houses, contributing to the development of new standards such as IEC 62443.
• NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDEKRA offers NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) assessments as part of their cybersecurity services, particularly relevant for NIS2 compliance support.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• SGS: SGS is the world's largest TIC firm with broad industrial, automotive, and electronics testing services. Comparable to DEKRA in industrial and electronics testing, though SGS has greater exposure to agricultural and commodity inspection.
• DNV: DNV provides testing, inspection, certification and digital assurance with particular strength in maritime, energy, and industrial cybersecurity (IEC 62443). Comparable to DEKRA's Industrial Inspection and cybersecurity verticals.
• Intertek: Intertek is a global TIC provider offering EMC, wireless, product safety, and medical device testing comparable to DEKRA's Product Testing division, alongside broader consumer goods and textiles testing.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a global TIC leader with marine, industrial, and consumer-product testing. Overlaps with DEKRA in industrial inspection, EMC, and certification but operates at much broader portfolio scale including commodity inspection.

Emerging players

• Eurofins Scientific: Eurofins is a global testing services group with strength in life sciences, food, and environmental testing. Partial overlap with DEKRA in EMC, product safety, and industrial laboratory testing services.
• Element Materials Technology: Element provides testing and certification for materials and connected technologies including EMC and wireless. Overlaps with DEKRA's Product Testing and Industrial Inspection service lines in targeted verticals.

Direct peers

• TÜV Rheinland: TÜV Rheinland operates global testing and certification services with comparable scope in automotive, EMC, medical, and cybersecurity. It is a direct competitor to DEKRA for Notified Body work and industrial inspection.
• Applus+ IDIADA: Applus+ IDIADA specializes in automotive design, testing, and homologation services, directly overlapping with DEKRA's automotive testing and type approval business.
• TÜV SÜD: TÜV SÜD is one of the world's largest TIC organizations, offering automotive, EMC, medical device, and cybersecurity testing with global Notified Body status. It is directly comparable to DEKRA Netherlands across nearly every testing vertical.

Regional players

• Kiwa: Kiwa is a Dutch-headquartered TIC organization offering testing, inspection, and certification with strong water, energy, and sustainability focus. Headquartered in the same Dutch market as DEKRA Netherlands with overlapping audit and inspection offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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