Dutch-based Van Dorp has agreed to acquire battery & energy management startup Lyv. Both companies will continue their activities while working together more closely.
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Zoetermeer-based Van Dorp, a Dutch family business specialised in the sustainability of technical installations in the built environment, has agreed to acquire Lyv. Dutch-based Lyv develops batteries and energy management software.
The acquisition expands Van Dorp’s energy services with storage and management technology.
Lyv’s system enables storage of energy that would otherwise go unused, making it available during periods of higher demand. The approach also supports efforts to reduce grid congestion, which has become a limiting factor for new construction projects and business growth.
Lyv energy management solutions
Founded in 2016 by Brendan de Graaf, Lyv was established to address energy transition challenges such as grid capacity and imbalance.
Through its energy management systems (EMS) and batteries, Lyv works with companies, business parks, and residential areas to balance production and consumption of energy.
The company’s EMS operates across different devices and brands, enabling control of systems such as batteries, charging stations, and boilers.
The EMS is built on three focus areas: congestion management to prevent grid overload, energy trading to manage electricity purchases and sales, and self-consumption to maximise use of self-generated energy.
Lyv also provides batteries for the business market, ranging from 70 kWh systems for SMEs to installations of 20 MWh. The company offers full project delivery, including installation, commissioning, and maintenance, with leasing options available.
Applications of Lyv’s technology include use by carriers, real estate owners, farmers, industrial estates, and installers. For installers, Lyv delivers complete support packages, including civil engineering and infrastructure work.
Aim of the acquisition
Following its acquisition by Van Dorp, Lyv will continue to operate under its own name. Support from Van Dorp offices will enable Lyv to provide nationwide service.
Lyv founder Brendan de Graaf will take on the role of Technical Director and will work in close cooperation with Van Dorp colleagues.
Brendan de Graaf says, “In Van Dorp, I’ve found a reliable partner who will help make the next phase of Lyv possible. Together, we can fully support customers with high-quality energy solutions that we design, install, and maintain. By joining forces, we can also offer a solution for grid congestion, both before and after the meter.”
Martin ten Brummeler, MD of Van Dorp, adds, “Lyv is a fantastic addition to our installation company. With this partnership, we are expanding our energy management offering and offering customers practical solutions for smart energy use.”
“This is important, especially now that the energy transition increasingly demands practical solutions for supply and demand. I look forward to the coming years and the opportunities this will bring us together.”
Brief about Van Dorp
Founded in 1985, Van Dorp is a family-owned company that designs, installs, manages, and maintains technical installations in the built environment. The company has grown from a small local operation into a nationwide technical service provider with 29 branches in the Netherlands and the Caribbean and 1,600 employees.
Van Dorp focuses on long-term services that integrate technology and sustainability, including energy-neutral buildings, emission-free transport, and efficient infrastructure for water, gas, electricity, charging stations, and public lighting. The company also supports industrial processes with automation and process control.
Through the Van Dorp Academy, employees receive training in personal development and sustainable technologies. The Van Dorp Foundation donates at least 5 per cent of annual profits to charities in the Netherlands and abroad.
Since its founding, Van Dorp has expanded through acquisitions and organic growth. Today, it provides services for both new construction and the management of existing systems, covering all areas of building technology and infrastructure.
