What Netchange does

Netchange is a Dutch distributor and reseller specializing in AV-over-IP (audio-video over Internet Protocol) solutions, headquartered in Nijkerk, Netherlands. The company is a trading name of Crovadis Group b.v. and operates with a small team (1-10 employees) to serve system integrators, resellers, and professional end-users across four primary verticals: Broadcast, ProAV, Events, and Security & Surveillance. Its product portfolio spans camera, capture, converter, encoder/decoder/transcoder, infrastructure, IPTV, stream management, and test & measurement categories, drawn from more than 20 premium brands including Vitec, Kiloview, Appear, PlexusAV, BirdDog, Magewell, Phabrix/Leader, Bolin Technology, Vislink (Mobile Viewpoint), NTT Electronics, Apantac, Evertz, Sencore, and Deva Broadcast. Netchange supports the full range of professional AV-over-IP standards, including NDI, DanteAV, IPMX, ST2110, SRT, Zixi, H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, MPEG-2, and JPEG XS, enabling flexible integration across heterogeneous broadcast and ProAV environments.

The company generates revenue through three streams: hardware resale of branded professional video equipment, a proprietary RTV-IP Gateway managed service operated from Hilversum that provides contribution and distribution for Dutch local and commercial broadcasters, and accompanying professional services and technical advisory. Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contracts, reflecting a sales-led, high-touch go-to-market model that relies on direct engagement, website-driven inbound quote requests, and presence at major industry events such as ISE and NAB. Distribution rights are increasingly territorial: PlexusAV for the Netherlands (since September 2024), Bolin Technology exclusively for the Netherlands, Vislink (Mobile Viewpoint) as strategic reseller for the Netherlands, and Appear as official reseller for the broader Benelux region (since February 2026). Netchange was recognized as Kiloview Partner of the Year for EMEA in 2025.

Name

Netchange

Legal name

Crovadis Group b.v.

Website

https://netchange.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Netchange is a Dutch AV-over-IP distributor and reseller, supplying encoders, decoders, IPTV, and test equipment from 20+ premium brands to system integrators, resellers, and broadcasters across the Netherlands and Benelux, supplemented by a proprietary RTV-IP Gateway service in Hilversum.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Nijkerk

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of professional video encoding, decoding, transcoding, capture, converter, infrastructure, IPTV, stream management, monitoring, and test & measurement equipment from branded manufacturers.
2. RTV-IP Gateway Service: Own contribution and distribution service for local broadcasters, providing TV signal transmission to Hilversum.
3. Professional Services and Support: Additional substantive advice and support services accompanying product sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Netchange is a Netherlands-based AV-over-IP distributor and reseller supplying professional video encoding, decoding, transcoding, capture, conversion, IPTV, infrastructure, and test & measurement equipment from a portfolio of branded manufacturers to system integrators, resellers, and professionals across Broadcast, ProAV, Events, and Security & Surveillance sectors. Alongside hardware distribution, Netchange operates its own RTV-IP Gateway contribution and distribution service from Hilversum for Dutch local and commercial broadcasters, and provides substantive technical advisory and support alongside product sales.

Product overview

Netchange is a Dutch distributor and reseller specializing in AV-over-IP solutions for Broadcast, ProAV, Events, and Security/Surveillance markets. The product portfolio is organized around multiple technology categories including Camera, Capture, Converter, Encoder/Decoder/Transcoder, Infrastructure, IPTV, Streammanagement & Monitoring, and Test & Measure. Featured products include Vitec encoders (MGW Diamond, MGW Sprint, MGW Pico TOUGH, ACE Decoder, T9261-EB, Diamond C10 chassis), Kiloview bonding encoders and NDI converters (Cradle Series, E3, P3, N-series), Phabrix test and measurement equipment (Rx500, QxL, QxP, Rx1000, Rx2000), Magewell streaming and capture devices (Ultra Stream, Ultra Encode, Pro Convert), BirdDog NDI converters (MINI, 4K Family), Vislink bonding solutions (Teralink Mini, Datalink), NTT Electronics HEVC encoders/decoders (HC10000 series), and PlexusAV IPMX transceivers. The company also distributes Apantac SDM modules, Sencore AtlasGear, Evertz, Streamit internet radios, and Deva Broadcast products. For local broadcasters, Netchange provides contribution and distribution services via their own RTV-IP Gateway in Hilversum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vitec MGW Diamond Encoder Compact quad-channel HEVC/H.264 HD/SD encoder with Ultra High Definition (4K) and HDR support, capable of transmitting 8 different streams simultaneously from 4 input sources; for broadcast contribution and distribution workflows.
• Vitec MGW Sprint Encoder/Decoder Super-fast HD H.264 encoder/decoder with less than 1 frame (15ms glass-to-glass) latency, ideal for 24/7 point-to-point applications in 5G mobile networks; for mission-critical low-latency links.
• Vitec MGW Pico TOUGH MIL-Spec Encoder Compact MIL-Spec fanless H.264 HD/SD encoder with SDI and composite inputs, IP65 certified and MIL-STD-810G/461F certified for use in manned and unmanned vehicles; for defense and field applications.
• Vitec ACE Decoder OG Professional HEVC and H.264 decoder for openGear applications with SDI, HDMI and composite outputs, supporting ultra-low latency of 16ms when combined with Vitec ACE encoder; for broadcast installations.
• Vitec T9261-EB OG HD Encoder Flexible HD encoder supporting SRT, Zixi, and Faspstream protocols for broadcast and web streaming applications, designed for openGear chassis installation; for broadcast and contribution.
• Vitec Diamond C10 Managed OpenGear Chassis Modular managed 2RU OpenGear chassis accepting Vitec encoder and decoder cards; a central management card integrates network traffic and module management supporting up to 36 video sources; for broadcast facility aggregation.
• Vitec EZTV IPTV Platform High-end IPTV and digital signage platform for control rooms and surveillance with modular design supporting H.265 up to 4K resolution; over 500,000 users reported worldwide across corporate, stadium, defense, government, and education institutions.
• Vitec AvediaStream e3832 IPTV Encoder Dual HDMI H.264 video encoder for Vitec/Exterity IPTV solutions supporting HD and SD signals with SRT and NDI|HX protocols available via additional license; for IPTV distribution networks.
• Vitec AvediaStream g4410 Satellite Gateway Dual DVB-S/S2 satellite tuner gateway converting free-to-air satellite signals for IPTV network distribution with remux, PID filtering, and dynamic PMT support; for IPTV headends.
• Kiloview Cradle Series RF02 Bonding Encoder Module RF bonding encoder module for the Kiloview Cradle chassis system supporting wireless connectivity; for mobile and field production workflows.
• Kiloview Cradle RU01 Chassis Dual power rack-mount 1RU unit supporting up to 4 Kiloview encoder/decoder and NDI plug-in modules for diverse protocol and interface support; for AVoIP infrastructure aggregation.
• Kiloview Cradle RU03 Chassis Dual power rackmount 3RU unit supporting up to 16 Kiloview encoder/decoder and NDI plug-in modules with remote web interface configuration; for high-density AVoIP infrastructure.
• Kiloview KiloLink Station Self-managed bonding aggregation station for use with Kiloview P3 bonding encoders, eliminating recurring fees; announced at ISE2026.
• PlexusAV AVN-2 IPMX Transceiver IPMX-based AV-over-IP transceiver supporting open standard for professional AV distribution; for ProAV installations migrating to IPMX.
• PlexusAV Stream Conversion Gateway Gateway tool for importing/exporting NDI, RTSP, SRT, or other signals in/from IPMX environments; for bridging between proprietary AV-over-IP protocols and the open IPMX standard.
• BirdDog MINI NDI Encoder/Decoder Compact NDI encoder/decoder supporting full-bitrate 1080p60 NDI encoding and decoding with 16ms latency, tally support, and PoE; for ProAV NDI workflows.
• BirdDog 4K QUAD NDI Converter 4-channel bi-directional NDI converter with 12G-SDI inputs/outputs and HDMI 2.0 output supporting up to 2160p60 with integrated tally and PoE+; for high-density ProAV NDI installations.
• Magewell Ultra Stream SDI Encoder Single-channel HD SDI encoder and recorder with easy operation via app or device buttons, streaming 1080p60 to any RTMP server including Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live; for live event and church streaming.
• Magewell Ultra Stream HDMI Encoder Single-channel HD HDMI encoder and recorder with easy operation via app or buttons, streaming 1080p60 to any RTMP server with simultaneous preview, recording, and streaming; for live event streaming.
• Magewell Ultra Encode SDI Single-channel HD SDI encoder with dual stream output supporting SRT/HLS/RTMP/RTSP/UDP protocols and NDI|HX capability; for professional live streaming and contribution.
• Magewell Ultra Encode AIO Top-tier encoder/recorder with HDMI and SDI inputs supporting all common streaming protocols plus NDI|HX2 and HX3, with 6 simultaneous streaming sessions and scheduled recording; for live event and broadcast production.
• Magewell Pro Convert NDI to HDMI HD NDI decoder to HDMI supporting Full NDI and NDI|HX, plus RTSP, HTTP, HLS, RTMP, and UDP/RTP/SRT streams with HDMI 1.4/2.0 and DVI-D output; for ProAV NDI workflow integration.
• Phabrix Rx500 SDI Rasterizer Advanced 2K/3G/HD/SD signal generation, analysis, and monitoring rasterizer in half 1RU form factor with two I/O plugin slots; for broadcast test and measurement environments.
• Phabrix QxL ST 2110 Rasterizer Compact feature-rich 25G IP ST 2110 rasterizer supporting JT-NM tested features including ST 2110-20 (video), 2110-30 (PCM audio), 2110-31 (AES transport), and 2110-40 ANC media flows; for IP-based broadcast test and measurement.
• Leader LT4670 Sync Pulse Generator Sync Pulse Generator (SPG) for broadcast timing and synchronization in broadcast facilities.
• Leader LV5300A Waveform Monitor Compact 12G-SDI waveform monitor with touchscreen, physical layer analysis, audio/video displays, and battery option for flexible professional monitoring; for broadcast test and measurement field work.
• NTT HC10000E / HC11000E HEVC Encoders Top-tier 4K/HD HEVC encoder deployed at major international sports events, supporting HEVC/H.265 and MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 with single-slice 4K encoding and ultra-low latency modes; for premium broadcast events.
• NTT HC10000DS / HC11000DS HEVC Decoders Top-tier 4K/HD/SD decoder pairing with the NTT encoder for premium quality and reliability; deployed at Formula 1 and Premier League events.
• Vislink Terralink Mini Bonding Encoder Compact H.264/H.265 encoder using bonding technology combining Ethernet, WiFi, satellite, and 3G/4G/5G modems for reliable streaming from locations with uncertain connectivity; for remote and field production.
• Vislink Datalink Bonding Hotspot Portable bonding hotspot capable of up to 200 Mbit bonding bandwidth combining 4 mobile networks via built-in modems, LAN, and WiFi connections; for resilient remote production links.
• Apantac HDMI2.0 Dante Converter (DA-HDTV-DANTE-Tx-UHD) HDMI 2.0 to Dante converter with 16-channel Dante support and Dante Controller configuration, HDCP and PoE+ support; for DanteAV deployments announced at ISE2025.
• Apantac Smart Display Modules (SDM) Intel SDM (Smart Display Module) platform-based cards including NDI Quad-Split, SDVoE receivers, HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT receivers, and 12G SDI receivers for integration into professional displays.
• Sencore AtlasGear X Frame 2RU OpenGear chassis supporting 20 single-slot or 10 dual-slot modules with adaptive cooling, dual power supply, hot-swap features, and 600W power supply; for openGear infrastructure aggregation.
• Evertz Atom-Box USB Recorder and Streaming Encoder Versatile USB recorder and streaming encoder in compact enclosure supporting 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs with loop-out and dual USB recording channels; for capture and streaming workflows.
• Mividi IMS120 Multiviewer Professional Broadcast monitoring, MPEG-TS analyzer, and recorder solution supporting all common stream protocols with automatic error detection and reporting; for stream management and monitoring.
• Deva Broadcast DB91-TX IP Audio Encoder Compact IP audio encoder for HE-AAC and MP3 streams to Shoutcast or Icecast, supporting up to 10 simultaneous connected clients; for radio and audio over IP.
• Streamit Lisa Professional Internet Radio Professional internet radio and audio decoder supporting MP3, WMA, AAC+, and Ogg Vorbis streams, known for stability and reliability as an FM radio replacement; for radio broadcasters.
• Bolin NDI PTZ Camera Range (NDI|HX3 and NDI 6) NDI PTZ camera range with NDI|HX3 and NDI 6 support, expanded April 2024 to include decoder and controller offerings (including D20H DanteAV transceiver and R9 NDI PTZ models); for ProAV camera deployments.
• RTV-IP Gateway Contribution and Distribution Service Proprietary contribution and distribution service operated by Netchange from Hilversum for Dutch local and commercial broadcasters, enabling delivery of TV signals to Hilversum without additional infrastructure investments; for local/commercial broadcasters (Lokale en Commerciële Omroepen).

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 500,000 EZTV users worldwide (Vitec product)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• AppearcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 February 2026Netchange appointed as official Appear reseller for the Benelux region. As an AV-over-IP specialist, Netchange supplies high-quality video solutions while Appear provides advanced technology for professional video contribution and distribution.
• KiloviewflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 April 2025Recognized as Kiloview Partner of the Year (EMEA) 2025. Netchange distributes Kiloview products including encoders, decoders, media gateways, and NDI converters. Featured products include the E3 dual-channel encoder, Cradle Series, and KiloLink Station.
• Creative TechnologycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 20 November 2024Creative Technology, a system integrator, chose IPMX from PlexusAV for building a mobile Event Control Center (ECC). Netchange, as PlexusAV distributor, supports this implementation with modular Showcase units.
• PlexusAVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 September 2024PlexusAV, manufacturer of IPMX-based AV over IP solutions, appointed Netchange as their distributor for the Netherlands. Netchange distributes PlexusAV products including IPMX transceivers and the AVN-2 IPMX Transceiver.
• ViteccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange distributes Vitec products including MGW Diamond encoders, ACE decoders, EZTV IPTV platform, AvediaStream encoders, and OpenGear solutions. Vitec is described as a leading manufacturer of professional video solutions.
• MagewellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange distributes Magewell products including Pro Convert NDI converters, Ultra Stream encoders, Ultra Encode series, and USB capture devices.
• BirdDogcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange distributes BirdDog NDI encoders and decoders including Mini, 4K HDMI, 4K 12G-SDI, 4K QUAD, and OG4 NDI openGear cards.
• Phabrix / LeadercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange distributes Leader PHABRIX test and measurement equipment including Qx UHD rasterizers, QxL ST2110 rasterizers, Rx series SDI rasterizers, and LV5300A waveform monitors.
• Bolin TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange is the exclusive Bolin Technology representative in the Netherlands, distributing NDI PTZ cameras including the D20H DanteAV transceiver and R9 NDI PTZ models.
• Vislink (Mobile ViewPoint)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetchange is the strategic reseller for Vislink (Mobile Viewpoint) in the Netherlands, distributing Terralink Mini, BaseLink, Datalink, and decoder-playout servers with bonding technology.
• Audinate (DanteAV)coreTechnology or IntegrationNetchange supports DanteAV technology and distributes products like Apantac HDMI2.0 Dante converters. Audinate's DanteAV Ultra technology is featured in Bolin D20H transceivers for use cases like Virtual Campus.
• KerkdienstgemistminorOthersSpecialized provider partner for church TV and radio streaming services. Netchange supplies encoders tested with Kerkdienstgemist and works together for church streaming solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Blackmagic Design: Major broadcast/ProAV manufacturer with direct sales channels plus a distributor network. Comparable because it competes with products Netchange resells (encoders, converters, switchers) and shapes channel economics for distributors.
• Exertis (DCC Technology): Large pan-European broad-line AV/IT distributor with much wider product coverage and scale. Comparable as a competitor for ProAV distribution contracts but operates as a broad incumbent rather than a niche specialist.
• Harman Professional Solutions: Global ProAV manufacturer and channel operator (AMX, JBL Professional, Martin). Comparable as a much larger incumbent that both competes with and distributes through AV-over-IP integrators.

Direct peers

• SCAN Computers International: UK-based specialist distributor with ProAV and broadcast-oriented product lines. Similar niche multi-brand distributor profile targeting integrators and professional end users.
• RGB Communications: UK value-added distributor specializing in ProAV, video, and broadcast solutions for system integrators. Comparable business model focused on technical support and integrator enablement.
• Adder Technology: UK-based specialist in AV-over-IP and KVM connectivity, selling through distribution. Comparable as a focused AV-over-IP player targeting ProAV and broadcast integrators in overlapping markets.
• Auvix: Netherlands-based AV/IT distributor serving Dutch system integrators and resellers with a comparable multi-brand ProAV portfolio. Directly comparable as a Benelux-focused value-added distributor addressing overlapping customer segments.
• Midwich Group plc: UK-listed global multi-brand AV distributor with a similar model of carrying premium ProAV/broadcast vendors and serving system integrators. Comparable because both act as value-added resellers offering technical consultation alongside product distribution.
• Techex: UK-based specialist in broadcast IP video solutions, distributing and integrating IP-based contribution/distribution technology. Comparable niche broadcast IP specialist with overlapping vendor ecosystem.

Emerging players

• Streamit: Smaller Dutch-based manufacturer of professional internet radio/audio streaming equipment distributed by Netchange. Comparable as a smaller adjacent player in the Benelux broadcast streaming equipment market.

Market position

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Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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