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# Discover the growth of the Syntess Group through the years

Starting with the first software solutions in Zierikzee, then becoming market leader in the installation sector in the Benelux.  Through continuous innovation, strategic takeovers and growth towards an international group, Syntess has strengthened its position again and again. 

## This timeline shows the most important milestones that brought us to the position we are in today.<https://www.syntessgroup.com/discover-the-growth-of-the-syntess-group-through-the-years#tien>

1. 1
   
   ### 1987 - Start Syntess Software in Zierikzee (Netherlands)  
   
   Three brothers, active in the installation sector, are not able to find software suitable for their installation company Saman. They decide to develop the software themselves, with the focus on integration and convenience. and successfully! The software division is disconnected from the installation company.
   
   This marks the founding of Syntess Software by Ernst Bin.
   
   ![syntess-software-o](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/syntess-software-o.png?width=257&height=53&name=syntess-software-o.png)
   
   *The goal was a standard software product for this specific niche of ERP products for the installation sector.  *
   
   ![ernst-bin](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/ernst-bin.jpg?width=400&height=267&name=ernst-bin.jpg)
   
   Ernst Bin's words:
   
   > *'If you don’t focus on your goal, you’ll keep working on other things and will never really progress.'*
2. 2
   
   ### **1992 - Second location in central Netherlands opened to expand sales department**
   
   To operate more centrally and due to limited space in Zierikzee, the sales department relocates to Gorinchem. With a growing team of consultants and increasing brand awareness, Syntess establishes itself as the market leader in ERP solutions for installation companies.
   
   ![syntess-zierikzee-1](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/syntess-zierikzee-1.jpg?width=500&height=335&name=syntess-zierikzee-1.jpg)
   
    
3. 3
   
   ### **1998 - Start of development of Syntess Atrium**
4. 4
   
   ### **2005 - New location in Gorinchem** 
   
   The Gorinchem branch moves to a new, more spacious building at [Spijksedijk](https://maps.app.goo.gl/TMPTncgkBZzzqaFm7). This gave room to a growing team and laid the foundation for further expansion in the Netherlands.
   
   ![Syntess Group](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/SyntessGroup.webp?width=317&height=185&name=SyntessGroup.webp)
5. 5
   
   ### **2009 - Transparency and innovation** 
   
   **New head office in Zierikzee (Netherlands)**  
   Opening of the brand new building at [De Gouwepoort 2](https://maps.app.goo.gl/egC1tbvUzRLxZjUG7). A modern working environment in which transparency is key to the now 110 employees, literally visible through open spaces and glass walls.
   
   ![syntess-zierikzee](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/syntess-zierikzee.jpg?width=317&height=212&name=syntess-zierikzee.jpg)
6. 6
   
   ### **2012 - Syntess celebrates its 25th anniversary  ![](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/30%20jaar%20jubileum%20Syntess%20Software-jpg-1.jpeg?width=450&height=299&name=30%20jaar%20jubileum%20Syntess%20Software-jpg-1.jpeg)**
7. 7
   
   ### **2017 - Syntess celebrates its 30th anniversary**
   
   ![](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-1.png?width=318&height=211&name=image-png-1.png)![](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png.png?width=318&height=80&name=image-png.png)
8. 8
   
   ### **2018 - New leadership** 
   
   **Founder Ernst Bin steps down**  
   After more than 30 years Ernst Bin handed over the reins to Johan Arensman. Syntess Software has since grown into a medium-sized organization with approximately 140 employees, firmly anchored in the installation sector.
   
   ![Ernst Bin draagt stokje bij Syntess Software over aan Johan Arensman](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ernst%20Bin%20draagt%20stokje%20bij%20Syntess%20Software%20over%20aan%20Johan%20Arensman.jpg?width=400&height=228&name=Ernst%20Bin%20draagt%20stokje%20bij%20Syntess%20Software%20over%20aan%20Johan%20Arensman.jpg)
9. 9
   
   ### **2019 - Continuity ensured** 
   
   **Nedvest becomes shareholder**  
   With Nedvest as a new major shareholder, the continuity and further growth of Syntess Software is guaranteed for the future.    
   Johan Arensman becomes CEO Syntess Group.
   
   ![logo.width-500](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/logo.width-500.png?width=200&height=46&name=logo.width-500.png)
10. 10
    
    ### **2020 - Expansion northern part of The Netherlands**
    
    **Acquisition ENK Software - Uitgeest (Netherlands)**  
    Founded in 1996 by Cefas Egberts and Kick Martens, ENK Software delivers specialized solutions for the construction and installation industries. With a team of 25 and over 1,200 clients, ENK is a valuable addition to the Syntess Group.
    
    ![enk-software](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/enk-software.jpg?width=317&height=212&name=enk-software.jpg)  ![enk](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/enk.jpg?width=90&height=86&name=enk.jpg)
11. 11
    
    ### **2021 - Expansion in Belgium**
    
    **Acquisition Cafca Software NV - Lommel (Belgium) **  
    Cafca Software, founded in 1989 by Jean-Pierre Cuypers, brings over 35 years of expertise in software solutions for installation companies. With a dedicated team of 10 professionals and a customer base of 500, Cafca is a valuable (knowledge) partner within the Syntess Group.
    
    ![logo_cafca (1)](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hubfs/logo_cafca%20(1).svg)  ![cafca-software](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/cafca-software.jpg?width=317&height=212&name=cafca-software.jpg)
12. 12
    
    ### **2023 - One group, one story** 
    
    **SyntessGroup.com goes live**  
    The umbrella website SyntessGroup.com goes live. Here we bundle our brands, mission, vision and locations; the next step towards more cooperation and visibility.
    
    ![logo_syntess-group](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/143239517/logo_syntess-group.svg)
13. 13
    
    ### **2024 - Nedvest becomes 100% shareholder**
    
    With this step, the group with now +200 employees, +4,500 customers and 4 offices will receive a solid foundation for further growth and innovation in the Netherlands and abroad. 
    
    ![syntess-integratie](https://143239517.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/143239517/hubfs/syntess-integratie.jpg?width=600&height=402&name=syntess-integratie.jpg)
14. 14
    
    ### **2025 - Aceve strengthens European footprint - becomes market leader in the Benelux with acquisitions of Syntess Group and KPD Services**
    
    STOCKHOLM - 3 December 2025. [Aceve](https://www.aceve.com/) announces the acquisitions of the Syntess Group in the Netherlands and KPD in Belgium, two leading software providers for installation, construction and technical service companies. Together, the acquisitions strengthen Aceve’s presence across Northern Europe and establish the company as the market leader in both the Nordic and Benelux regions. [Read the full press release](https://www.syntessgroup.com/aceve-becomes-market-leader-across-nordics-and-benelux-with-acquisition-of-syntess-group?hsLang=en) >
    
    [![Logo Aceve](https://www.syntessgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/og-image.png?width=400&height=128&name=og-image.png)](https://www.aceve.com/)
    
    ![](https://www.syntess.nl/CmsData/Aquisition_Syntes-Aceve_photo%20portrait.jpg)

## This is where we stand today

We’re proud to support a strong group of companies and we’re actively growing. Syntess Group is expanding its portfolio with brands that share our values and appeal to our core audience: skilled professionals who rely on tools that work.

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