Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven

What Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven does

Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven (VEB) is a Dutch trade association (vereniging) founded on 6 August 1987 and headquartered in Woerden, Netherlands. It serves more than 900 member companies and 50+ strategic partners across three primary segments: technical security installers (Techniek), private security organisations (PBO), and private alarm centres (PAC). The association's purpose is to certify and represent Dutch security installation and guarding companies, anchored in the VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling — a proprietary quality framework aligned with the Verbeterde Risicoklassenindeling (VRKI), NEN 2535:2017, NEN-EN 54/50131/50136 and the Dutch WPBR (Wet Particuliere Beveiligingsorganisaties en Recherchebureaus).

The core platform consists of the umbrella VEB 4 Algemeen regulation plus specialised sub-regulations: VEB 4 Inbraak VRKI for intrusion systems, VEB 4 Brand BKB (certified fire detection) and BKP (delivery-certificate fire detection), VEB 4 Excellent Camera Toezicht for camera surveillance, and VEB 4 High Risk for risks beyond VRKI ceilings. Members must pass annual dual inspections by VEB inspectors and external bodies such as Kiwa R2B, hold a Verklaring van Betrouwbaarheid, and maintain AVB/BAV liability insurance. Supporting assets include the Kwaliteitshandboek Vakgroep PBO (printed and digital), Handreiking IP 2021, joint installation regulations (alarm equipment 2020, mist generators 2023), the protected member portal at portaal.veb.nl, and training courses such as the four-day PeB programme (€1,195 excluding VAT).

VEB's business model is membership-funded across six revenue streams: annual membership dues (technical installers, PBOs, PACs and partner companies), training and certification fees, mandatory annual inspection and coaching fees, collective insurance commissions through VEB Verzekeringen (in partnership with Rivez-Zuiderhuis, launched 2025) and collective cyber-risk insurance, event sponsorship and participation (VEB Event, FireSafety & Security Event, Kick-off Beveiliging & Veiligheid), and partner network fees from 50+ suppliers and service providers. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, supplemented by a network of personal member visits, industry lobbying, and exclusive partner benefits. End-customers locate VEB-certified installers through the public directory at leden.veb.nl. The association is led by Chairman Fred Teeven (former Dutch State Secretary of Justice and Security, appointed 25 June 2024) and Director René Kamphuis (appointed 8 January 2024).

Name

Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven

Legal name

Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven

Website

https://veb.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven (VEB) is a Dutch non-profit trade association founded in 1987 that certifies and represents more than 900 technical security installers, private security organisations, alarm centrals and partner companies in the Netherlands via its VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling quality framework.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Woerden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees collected from technical security installers, private security organizations (PBO), alarm centers (PAC), and partner companies seeking VEB recognition.
2. Training and Certification Fees: Revenue from certified training programs (e.g., Projectie-eisen Brandmelders (PeB) 4-day course at €1,195 excluding VAT), VRKI refresher training, and specialized knowledge sessions (e.g., Overhead doors, Basic structural security).
3. Annual Inspection and Coaching Fees: Revenue from mandatory annual quality inspections conducted by VEB inspectors/coaches at member companies. Includes inspection, online reporting within 6 weeks, and ongoing coaching support.
4. Collective Insurance Commissions (VEB Verzekeringen): Revenue from exclusive collective liability insurance (AVB/BAV) for members in partnership with Rivez-Zuiderhuis, and bundled insurance products offered through VEB Verzekeringen platform (veb-verzekeringen.nl).
5. Event Sponsorship and Participation: Revenue from sponsorships and partner participation in annual VEB events including the VEB Event, FireSafety & Security Event (co-organized biennial), Kick-off meetings, and New Year receptions.
6. Partner Network Fees: Annual fees from 50+ partner companies (suppliers, technology vendors, accountants, insurers, etc.) that gain access to member benefits and promotion through VEB channels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels14 records

Core offering

VEB is a Dutch non-profit trade association that delivers the VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling quality framework — covering intrusion (VRKI), fire detection (BKB/BKP), camera surveillance and high-risk installations — and operates as the national quality mark (VEB-erkend) for technical security installers, private security organisations (PBO), and private alarm centrals (PAC) in the Netherlands. Members gain access to annual quality inspections, training programmes (PeB, VRKI refresher, structural security), the portaal.veb.nl member portal, collective insurance (VEB Verzekeringen), political lobbying, and a partner ecosystem of 50+ suppliers and service providers.

Product overview

Vereniging Erkende Beveiligingsbedrijven (VEB) is a Dutch trade association for technical security installers, private security organisations (PBO) and alarm centrals (PAC), offering a portfolio that combines a single unifying quality framework with multiple specialised recognition regulations and member services. At the core sits the VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling (umbrella "Algemeen" regulation launched 1 April 2022), under which sub-products operate: VEB 4 Inbraak VRKI for intrusion systems, the VEB 4 Brand Kwaliteitsregeling BKB and BKP for fire detection, VEB 4 Excellent Camera Toezicht for camera surveillance and VEB 4 High Risk for risks above the VRKI. The VEB Keurmerk / Erkenning is awarded to installers who pass the annual VEB inspections and meet WPBR, AVB/BAV and Verklaring van Betrouwbaarheid requirements. Supporting products include the Kwaliteitshandboek Vakgroep PBO (printed and digital), the PeB training course, the Handreiking IP 2021, the Installatievoorschriften alarmapparatuur and mistgeneratoren reference standards, and the leden-portaal (portaal.veb.nl) used for member administration and protected downloads. Member benefits also extend to VEB Verzekeringen (insurance programme), the annual VEB Event and the VRKI risk-classification framework that VEB-recognised installers are obliged to apply.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VEB Verzekeringen: Insurance arm of VEB offering liability insurance and other insurance products to VEB members, launched in partnership with Rivez-Zuiderhuis.
• VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling

Products and services

• VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling (Algemeen) Umbrella quality regulation for VEB-recognised member security companies, fully aligned with the Dutch PBR law. Defines the recognition regulations and mandates annual inspections by both VEB inspectors and an external inspection body.
• VEB 4 Inbraak VRKI Recognition regulation for intruder installations, fully based on the VRKI (Verbeterde Risicoklassenindeling).
• VEB 4 Brand Kwaliteitsregeling BKB Certified fire-detection quality regulation (Brandveiligheid Kwaliteitssysteem) fully aligned with NEN 2535:2017 as referenced in Bouwbesluit article 6.20; alternative to existing BMI regulation.
• VEB 4 Brand Kwaliteitsregeling BKP Delivery-certificate fire-detection regulation (Branddetectie Kwaliteitssysteem op basis van Projectierichtlijnen); uses NEN-EN 54 compliant sensors connected zone-by-zone to an intrusion system with PAC reporting.
• VEB 4 Excellent Camera Toezicht Recognition regulation for camera surveillance systems with new risk-class assessment, intake document, and per-camera specifications.
• VEB 4 High Risk Kwaliteitsregeling Quality scheme for the high-risk segment with risks above VRKI; uses certified products and "beveiligend vermogen/gelijkwaardigheid", with consultation of the demanding party (insurers).
• Kwaliteitshandboek Vakgroep PBO PBO quality handbook for member security organisations, organised in four blocks (Wettelijke eisen, Organisatie, Bedrijfsvoering, Praktijk), available in print and as a digital module with per-block document storage.
• Opleiding Projectie-eisen Brandmelders (PeB) Four-day certified VEB training covering NEN 2535 chapter 10 projection guidelines and the VEB 4 Brand BKP regulation, including detector placement and block-schema design. Concludes with an exam.
• VEB Trainingen portfolio VEB training portfolio including VRKI-2.0 refresher, Projecting Techniek refresher, knowledge sessions on overhead doors and basic structural security, and bespoke in-company training.
• Handreiking IP 2021 Revised October 2021 guideline on safe and responsible alarm communication over IP networks, aligned with VRKI and NEN-EN 50131/50136 standards; available behind the VEB member login.
• Installatievoorschriften alarmapparatuur 2020 New installation regulations for alarm equipment developed by Techniek Nederland, VEB and Kiwa R2B; in force from 1 December 2020 with transitional regime to 1 June 2021.
• Installatievoorschriften mistgeneratoren 2023 New installation regulations for mist generators published 18 January 2023 by Federatie Veilig Nederland, Techniek Nederland and VEB; aligned with the VRKI and reviewed by the Verbond van Verzekeraars.
• VEB Verzekeringen Exclusive VEB-member insurance programme launched in partnership with Rivez-Zuiderhuis, providing a VEB-aansprakelijkheidsverzekering (liability insurance) tailored to the security industry, plus collective cyber-risk insurance for members.
• VEB Event (annual) Annual VEB Event for members and partners combining knowledge sessions, networking and the VEB Awards ceremony (PBO and Technisch Beveiligingsbedrijf van het Jaar).
• VEB Member Portal (portaal.veb.nl)

Quantifiable outcome

• Member base grew from 350 (2014) to approximately 950 members and partners (2024) — a 171% increase under chairman Jan Kuipers
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers29 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered major, moderate and flagship.

• OsecmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Osec became an official VEB partner; certificate presented during Satel Inspiratie Sessie. Distributor of Satel intruder alarm products including Be Wave wireless and Perfecta control panels, plus Integra software platform.
• Audict SystemsmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Audict Systems joined as VEB partner. Specialist in intercom and access control systems; has played an important role in repositioning the Fermax brand. Provides VEB members with knowledge and solutions in this specialist area.
• Checks / IntegralmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Integral (Weesp, founded 1996) joined as VEB partner; provides Checks personnel planning software used by ~20 security companies. Features: flexible planning board, MyChecks employee self-service, ChecksApp, forecasting, ERP integrations (AFAS), compliant with Arbeidstijdenwet and CAO.
• Paralax BVmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Paralax BV joined as VEB partner during Security Café. Long-standing experience in the security industry with focus on quality, integrity, and professionalization.
• FireSense NetherlandsmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025One of five new VEB partners welcomed during VEB Event 2025. Fire safety/security vendor.
• PERISEC | Perimeter Security ProductsmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025One of five new VEB partners welcomed at VEB Event 2025. Supplier of perimeter security products.
• OSID IntegratieplatformmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025One of five new VEB partners welcomed at VEB Event 2025. Integration platform provider.
• KluistmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025One of five new VEB partners welcomed at VEB Event 2025.
• LogDirectmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025One of five new VEB partners welcomed at VEB Event 2025. Logistics/distribution partner.
• TOP Security B.V.moderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Long-standing VEB partner; visited by VEB leadership in 2025. Private security provider.
• GPS Security & Automation / GPS Perimeter SystemsmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025VEB partner specializing in perimeter security systems.
• Koninklijke OosterbergmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025VEB partner; specialist security distributor with historical Dutch pedigree.
• Samen Digitaal VeiligmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025VEB joined as partner of Samen Digitaal Veilig, an initiative of MKB-Nederland, VNO-NCW, and IVBB. Provides NIS2/Cybersecurity Act support and webinars for VEB members ahead of Cyberbeveiligingswet effective summer 2025.
• Ipsos I&OmoderateOthers · 1 January 2025Research partner that conducted the mobile access research study for Federatie Veilig Nederland, in which VEB participated; covers electronic access control sector.
• Ajax SystemsmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Welcome as new VEB partner (news article on homepage). Wireless security system manufacturer.
• VigilicommoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Welcome as new VEB partner (news article on homepage). Camera/surveillance technology provider.
• Roskam GroepmoderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Officially joined as VEB partner (news article).
• DSITmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Welcome as new VEB partner (news article on homepage). Specializes in alarm verification technology.
• Wim de Ruijter (former Nationale Nederlanden risk expert)moderateOthers · 1 June 2022Wim de Ruijter joined VEB on June 1, 2022 to support development of the VEB 4 High Risk quality regulation and improve the relationship between insurers and security companies. 35+ years experience as risk engineer at Nationale Nederlanden.
• ADI BeneluxflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 April 2022ADI Benelux became the milestone 50th VEB partner during the FireSafety & Security Event 2022 (April 13-14). ADI provides security distribution solutions across 14 European countries, Africa, India, the Americas and Middle East. Offers VEB members product range, support services, and global reach.
• BDO Accountants & AdviseursmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2022Partnership formalized during FireSafety & Security Event 2022 (April 13-14). BDO provides accounting, advisory, and cybersecurity services including digital transformation assessments, risk management, and managed services to VEB members.
• VAIBSmajorTechnology or Integration · 22 February 2022VAIBS (Ermelo) joined as partner on February 22, 2022. Specialist in Video Artificial Intelligence software for security, access control, alarm centers, manufacturing, public sector, and events. Software can distinguish a dog from a fox.
• Het CCV (Centrum voor Criminaliteitspreventie en Veiligheid)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Reference to VRKI maintained by Het CCV; VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling built upon VRKI standards developed by CCV in cooperation with insurers and security industry.
• Kiwa R2BmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 December 2020Independent inspection and certification body; co-developer (with Techniek Nederland and VEB) of the new installatievoorschriften voor alarmapparatuur effective December 1, 2020. Provides external inspection for VEB 4 quality regulations.
• Loket.nlmoderateTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2020Employer platform used by VEB; provided whitepapers on reiskostenvergoeding 2021 and thuiswerkvergoeding for member benefit.
• Techniek Nederland (formerly Uneto-VNI)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Co-organizer of FireSafety & Security Event biennial trade fair and co-developer of installatievoorschriften (alarm equipment, mistgeneratoren). Co-author of alarm installation guidelines (effective December 2020).
• NVB, VBe, BPOPmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Joint coalition of five branch associations (NVB, Federatie Veilig Nederland, VBe, BPOP, VEB) formed during COVID-19 to lobby jointly with government, banks, VNO-NCW, MKB-Nederland, and ministries for sector relief (TOGS €4,000, NOW wage subsidy, security pass extension).
• Nederlandse VeiligheidsbrancheflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Co-organizer of annual Kick-off Beveiliging & Veiligheid and joint New Year receptions; joined lobbying efforts during COVID-19 and other sector initiatives. Other joint initiatives include lobbying for WPBR legislation and security pass reform.
• Federatie Veilig Nederland (formerly VEBON-NOVB)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Co-organizer of FireSafety & Security Event biennial trade fair, Kick-off Beveiliging & Veiligheid, and joint New Year receptions. Partner in joint COVID-19 lobbying coalition with NVB, VBe, BPOP, and VEB. Co-developer of installatievoorschriften (alarm, mistgeneratoren).

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• VBe (Vereniging van Beveiligingsondernemingen): Dutch association of security companies, particularly focused on private guarding; member of the same five-association COVID lobbying coalition as VEB and represents overlapping PBO member interests.
• Nederlandse Veiligheidsbranche: Dutch security-sector industry body that co-hosts the annual Kick-off Beveiliging & Veiligheid with VEB and Federatie Veilig Nederland, and joined the five-association COVID lobbying coalition. Comparable in mission as a security-sector collective voice.
• Techniek Nederland: Larger Dutch trade association for technical installation companies (including security installers); co-organises FireSafety & Security Event and jointly authored installatievoorschriften voor alarmapparatuur and mistgeneratoren with VEB.
• NVB (Nederlandse Veiligheidsbranche Beveiliging): Dutch private-security employers' association representing manned guarding companies; partner in the five-association COVID-19 lobbying coalition with VEB and a comparable lobbying/quality framework body for the PBO segment.
• Federatie Veilig Nederland: Dutch security-industry trade association that co-organises the FireSafety & Security Event, Kick-off receptions and joint installation guidelines with VEB. Overlaps on lobbying for PBOs, alarm centrals and security installers, making it VEB's closest day-to-day partner-competitor.
• BPOP (Belangenvereniging Particuliere Onderzoeks- en Beveiligingsbedrijven): Dutch interest group for private investigation and security firms; co-lobbyist with VEB on sector relief and regulatory matters, addressing an overlapping SMB installer and PBO membership base.

Broad incumbents

• BSI (British Standards Institution): Global standards, certification and quality-management body; comparable to VEB's standards-based quality-regulation function but operating internationally and across many industries, with no Dutch security-installer specialism.
• TÜV: International certification and inspection group with security-equipment testing and inspection services; comparable to the inspection arm of VEB 4, but at global scale and across many industries rather than a Dutch-only trade association.

Others

• Het CCV (Centrum voor Criminaliteitspreventie en Veiligheid): Dutch centre that maintains the VRKI risk-classification framework on which VEB 4 Kwaliteitsregeling is built; an adjacent standards-setting body rather than a direct trade-association competitor.
• Kiwa R2B: Independent Dutch inspection and certification body that co-developed the installatievoorschriften voor alarmapparatuur with VEB and performs external inspections under VEB 4. Operates as an enabler/implementer for VEB's quality framework.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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