A New Era with SOCOTEC
The playing field of risk management, claims management and claims continues to evolve with the increasingly complex challenges in various industries. A leading player in the Netherlands, now part of the international SOCOTEC Group, has acquired a unique position in this field. Since its acquisition by SOCOTEC, a global engineering company focused on Testing, Inspection and Certification, new opportunities and collaborations have emerged, making the company even better equipped to support customers in risk mitigation. Fred van der Zee, left (Expertise Director), Bart Verhagen, center (Finance Director) and Robert Hanselman, right (Risk Management Director) talked about this.
New Collaborations, Greater Opportunities
With SOCOTEC's support, the company has broadened and deepened its services. SOCOTEC, with more than 13,000 employees worldwide, including more than 5,500 engineers, has further expanded its expertise, especially in risk management, monitoring and inspections. In the Netherlands, this has led to larger and more technically complex projects that were previously not possible. As a result of the collaboration, infrastructure and construction risk projects now feature a new approach and better support.
Fred van der Zee explains: “For the increasingly complex risk and damage issues, you mainly need technical knowledge. With our people and their practical knowledge, we often make the difference for our clients.”
Expanding Expertise
Robert Hanselman emphasizes the benefits of this integration: “The cooperation with SOCOTEC enables us to expand our range of services. With their technical knowledge and our network, we have recently realized great new projects.”
Growth in the Netherlands
The strategic acquisition of a Dutch engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering earlier this year has also led to a further strengthening of the position within the construction and infrastructure sector. The cooperation not only broadens the range of services, but also provides valuable opportunities for employees to develop further, both locally and internationally.
Bart Verhagen emphasizes, “We specifically sought a partner that provides sustainable deepening and broadening in the fields in which we operate and with a vision that matches ours.”
A Unique Market Position
With a strong focus on construction, infrastructure, real estate and insurance, the company focuses on risk management and prevention. The goal remains to help clients minimize risk and prevent damage. Should damage do occur, the team's technical and legal expertise ensures that claims are accurately assessed and settled.
Future-oriented Strategy
The company continues to work to further professionalize marketing and sales; since the launch of a new website, customers can generate online quotes for inspections and valuations, among other things. “We are growing together with our customers,” said Robert. “Our ambition is to remain a sustainable and relevant partner, with innovative solutions that shape the future of risk management.”
The integration within the SOCOTEC Group has opened up a new world of opportunities for the Dutch team. With strengthened international connections and extensive technical knowledge, they are building a future where risks can be better managed and damages more efficiently mitigated.