What Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV does

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV is a Dutch structural engineering consultancy founded in 1999 and headquartered in Enschede, Netherlands. The firm provides structural calculations, construction drawings, 3D models, inspections, technical advice, and execution supervision for residential (woningbouw), commercial (utiliteitsbouw), and civil engineering (grond-, weg- en waterbouw) projects throughout the Netherlands. Its core technology stack is built around 3D Finite Element Method (Eindige-elementenmethode) analysis, used alongside conventional 2D calculation techniques for load-bearing structures in timber, steel, and concrete.

The firm's service portfolio centers on a general structural advice offering (Constructief Advies), supplemented by damage expertise (Schade Expertise), technical innovation consulting (Technisch Innovator), and several specialized calculation services for timber frame construction (Houtskeletbouw), carbon fiber bonded reinforcement (Koolstoflijmwapening), solar panel roof load assessments, and garage structures. The company has developed three proprietary construction concepts — the M2 building system, Powerstut, and Heli anchoring method — providing differentiated IP unavailable from generalist competitors. Customer segments span contractors, architects, developers, government bodies and municipalities, property managers, and private individuals.

Revenue is generated through project-based professional services fees with no disclosed pricing model, no public revenue figures, and no external funding. The go-to-market is sales-led, relying on direct personal outreach, RFP responses, a project portfolio website, LinkedIn presence, and regional networking through Talent Group Twente and FC Twente sponsorships. The company has 10+ specialized experts and reports 4,000+ completed projects over 25+ years, serving clients including Heijmans, Gemeente Zevenaar, Macadam BV, Voortman Steel Group, and Loosbroek architecten.

Name

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV

Legal name

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies B.V.

Website

https://oldehanter.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV is a Dutch structural engineering consultancy founded in 1999, headquartered in Enschede, providing structural calculations, drawings, and technical advice for residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects across the Netherlands using 3D FEM analysis.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Structural Engineering Consulting

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117), Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220), Custom Architectural Woodwork and Millwork Manufacturing (337212)

SIC

Millwood, Veneer, Plywood, & Structural Wood Members (2430), Prefabricated Wood Bldgs & Components (2452), Heavy Construction Other Than Bldg Const - Contractors (1600)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prefabricated Engineered Wood Building Components (Trusses, SIPs, EWP Kits) (IMAMACAJ), Wood Trusses, I-Joists & Framing Components (IMADADAD)

Keywords

• Structural engineering consulting
• Civil engineering design
• Construction calculations
• Timber frame engineering
• Damage assessment services

Headquarters

HQ city

Enschede

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Structural Engineering Consultancy Services: The company generates revenue through professional engineering services including structural calculations, construction drawings, inspections, and technical advice for both new-build and renovation projects in residential, commercial, and civil engineering sectors. Services are delivered on a project-by-project basis for diverse clients including architects, contractors, developers, property managers, HOAs, and government bodies.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV is a Dutch engineering consultancy that provides structural engineering services including structural calculations, construction drawings, 3D models, inspections, and technical advice for residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects. The firm specializes in load-bearing structure design and calculation in wood, steel, concrete, and civil works using 2D and 3D Finite Element Method techniques, alongside niche specializations such as carbon fiber bonded reinforcement, prefabricated timber frame (HSB) construction, and solar panel roof load assessments.

Product overview

Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies BV is an engineering firm offering structural consulting services rather than a unified software product. The core offering centers on Constructief Advies (structural advice), supplemented by specialized services including Schade Expertise (damage assessment), Technisch Innovator (technical innovation consulting), and specific calculation services for Houtskeletbouw (timber frame construction), Koolstoflijmwapening (carbon fiber reinforcement), Zonnepanelen calculations, and Garageboxen (garage structures). Services span residential, commercial, and civil engineering sectors, delivered through their office in Enschede to clients throughout the Netherlands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Constructief Advies (Structural Consulting) Comprehensive structural engineering consulting covering calculations, construction drawings, 3D models, inspections, technical advice, and supervision/quality control from feasibility through execution, for residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects in wood, steel, and concrete.
• Schade Expertise (Damage Assessment) Damage assessment and expert consulting services for evaluating construction damage including cracks, subsidence, water damage, and fire damage, with detailed analysis and repair recommendations.
• Technisch Innovator (Technical Innovation Consulting) Technical innovation consulting for developing and implementing innovative, sustainable construction and renovation solutions, including circular building, biobased building, and prefab techniques, plus technical feasibility assessments for new construction products and proprietary concepts.
• Houtskeletbouw (HSB) Engineering Specialized structural calculations for prefabricated timber frame (HSB) facade elements and wooden constructions, including detail calculations for elements approximately 3.70 meters in height pre-fitted with window frames, glass, and glazing, serving architects, contractors, and prefabrication manufacturers.
• Koolstoflijmwapening (Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Engineering) Specialized structural calculations and engineering for strengthening existing concrete structures using carbon fiber bonded reinforcement applied with epoxy adhesive, offering a quick, cost-effective, low-disruption alternative to installing support beams.
• Berekening Daken t.b.v. Zonnepanelen (Solar Panel Roof Load Capacity Engineering) Structural load capacity calculations for existing roofs to support solar panel installations, accounting for roof construction, material, angle, wind load, and weight distribution of panels, including Scope 12 compliance assessments.
• Garageboxen (Garage Box Engineering) Structural calculations and drawings for garage box projects, serving both private clients and businesses, ranging from single units to complete complex developments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4000+ completed projects across residential, commercial, and civil engineering over 25+ years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Talent Group TwenteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOlde Hanter Bouwconstructies is an active member of Talent Group Twente, a regional business network that connects local companies. This membership helps the company stay connected with local businesses and expand its professional network in the Twente region.
• FC TwenteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe company supports FC Twente through membership, maintaining visibility and community engagement within the Twente region of the Netherlands.
• AINI-toernooiminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOlde Hanter Bouwconstructies sponsors the AINI tournament as part of its corporate sponsorship activities.
• ID partners (architect)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerID partners served as the architect for the Amperaport solar carport project at Apollo Vredestein, developed by Amperapark. This was a collaborative project involving multiple Twente-based companies for the design and construction of a sustainable energy-generating parking structure.
• De Groot Vroomshoop (hout)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDe Groot Vroomshoop provided timber materials for the Amperaport solar carport project, contributing to the sustainable construction of the energy-generating parking structure.
• Voortman Steel Group (staal)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVoortman Steel Group supplied steel components for the Amperaport solar carport project, a sustainable energy-generating parking structure developed by Amperapark.
• WSF (schroeffundering)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWSF provided screw foundation solutions for the Amperaport solar carport project at Apollo Vredestein.
• Mennekes (laadsysteem)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMennekes provided the charging system infrastructure for the Amperaport solar carport, enabling electric vehicle charging as part of the sustainable energy system.
• Agro NRG (zonnepanelen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgro NRG supplied solar panels for the Amperaport solar carport project, contributing to the sustainable energy generation of the parking structure.
• Eco Logiq (installatie)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEco Logiq provided installation services for the Amperaport solar carport project.
• Super B (accu's/batterijen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuper B provided battery/energy storage solutions for the Amperaport solar carport, enabling energy storage as part of the sustainable energy system.
• Civil ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOlde Hanter collaborated with Civil Management to design a bicycle tunnel for the municipality of Zevenaar, which was opened on 3 July 2020 as part of the F12 fast cycling route connecting Arnhem and Zevenaar.
• WallaardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOlde Hanter performed DO and UO engineering for two BRAVO 3 bicycle bridges on the N420 in Woerden together with contractor Wallaard and consultancy Het Appel Advies.
• Het Appel AdviescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHet Appel Advies was the consultancy partner alongside Olde Hanter Bouwconstructies and contractor Wallaard for the BRAVO 3 bicycle bridge project on the N420 in Woerden.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sweco Nederland: European engineering consultancy with substantial Dutch operations covering structural engineering, infrastructure, and water management. Competes for the same Dutch municipal and developer-led projects at greater scale.
• Royal HaskoningDHV: Major Dutch-headquartered international engineering consultancy with structural engineering capabilities. Competes for large-scale infrastructure, building, and water projects in the Netherlands; provides integrated multi-disciplinary services that smaller firms cannot match.
• Antea Group Nederland: Dutch engineering and consultancy firm active in infrastructure, environment, and buildings. Overlaps with Olde Hanter on civil engineering and structural advisory work, particularly for public sector clients.
• Witteveen+Bos: Large Dutch engineering consultancy with extensive structural engineering practice covering buildings, infrastructure, water, and energy. Competes for civil engineering tenders (e.g., bridges, water management) but operates at much larger scale with multi-disciplinary offerings.
• BuroHappold Engineering: International engineering consultancy with strong structural engineering practice and Netherlands projects. Comparable on advanced structural analysis and innovative construction methods but serves larger, more complex commissions.
• Arup: Global engineering consultancy with structural engineering practice and Dutch presence. Competes for complex and high-profile structural engineering projects where advanced FEM analysis is required — directly overlapping with Olde Hanter's 3D FEM positioning.
• Iv-Groep: Dutch engineering firm offering structural, civil, mechanical, and industrial engineering services. Overlaps with Olde Hanter on structural design for buildings and infrastructure but operates broader portfolio including offshore and industrial sectors.

Direct peers

• IMd Raadgevend Ingenieurs: Dutch structural engineering consultancy specializing in building construction across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Most directly comparable peer — same core offering of structural calculations and engineering advice for Dutch building projects, competing for similar architect/contractor relationships.
• Pieters Bouwtechniek: Amsterdam-based structural engineering firm providing construction calculations, drawings, and technical advice for residential, commercial, and renovation projects. Direct competitor with similar consulting model and Dutch client base.

Regional players

• Abeo Adviseurs en Ingenieurs: Dutch engineering consultancy with structural, civil, and building physics expertise. Comparable service portfolio for Dutch clients including renovation, new-build, and infrastructure; primarily serves the Dutch market with similar scale to Olde Hanter.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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