VDL ETS
We research and develop sustainable and innovative hardware and software solutions for mobility and energy storage. Our focus is on e-mobility, battery technology and charging infrastructure. We also focus on energy transition and autonomous vehicles.
With more than 40 years of experience in the automotive, high-tech and defence industries, we are an independent testing and validation centre. Our office is located at the Automotive Campus in Helmond, the Netherlands, where we collaborate with other companies in the sector. As part of the VDL Groep, we value cooperation and support within the VDL family.
To fulfil our mission to accelerate sustainable innovative mobility and energy solutions, VDL ETS strives for strong customer focus, high satisfaction and on-time quality delivery.
To reach this target, VDL ETS plans to focus on several key areas:
- Sustainable Mobility: Continuing to develop and test solutions in electrification, alternative fuels, and autonomous driving (AD).
- Energy Storage Systems: Expanding their capabilities in battery system testing and renewable energy storage.
- Engineering and Testing Services: Enhancing our comprehensive testing solutions, including mechanical, software, electrical, and battery testing.
- Innovation and Technology Development: Investing in new technologies to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Proven Process
Utilizes a one-stop-shop development approach, ensuring streamlined and cohesive project execution.
Guarantee
WE DELIVER QUALITY ON TIME!
Commits to delivering quality on time, reinforcing reliability and trust with clients.
Three Uniques
Driving Innovation in Sustainable Mobility
At the intersection of cutting-edge technology and real-world application, we deliver smart, scalable solutions for the mobility of tomorrow. From pioneering sustainable energy systems to offering independent, full-spectrum testing and seamless system integration, our expertise empowers the transition to cleaner, smarter transportation—ready for production, ready for impact.
Expertise Center Sustainable Mobility
Our team is at the forefront of alternative fuels, hydrogen, electrification, Automated Driving and Energy solutions. We’re shaping the future of clean transportation and enabling the energy transition.
Independent full range Test Solutions
Offering comprehensive testing services across mechanical, software, electrical, and battery domains. Our independent, full-range testing facility ensures quality and reliability.
Efficient function and system integration to production
Strong in fast and lean function and system integration towards production: we integrate functions and systems seamlessly into vehicles. Our holistic approach ensures optimal performance. We can manage the entire process from prototype to full production in-house.
Niche
We are the largest independent automotive test lab in the BeNeLux, with 40+ years of experience in testing, engineering, and prototyping. As experts in heavy-duty e-mobility, we’ve logged over 200 million battery-electric kilometers. Together with our sister companies, we support full vehicle development—from one-off builds to large-scale production. As a member of the Battery Competence Center Netherlands, we actively shape the future of battery technology.
Local presence
We are based at the Automotive Campus in Helmond, a dynamic innovation hub within the Brainport region. Surrounded by renowned knowledge institutes such as TNO and Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Our central location in the Netherlands ensures excellent connectivity to the broader European automotive landscape. With two international airports within 100 kilometers and direct access to major road and rail networks, we are ideally positioned for fast, efficient logistics and international collaboration.
Marketing Strategy
We serve a broad spectrum of industries, including the European automotive sector, high-tech testing in the Netherlands, and manufacturers of commercial, special, and non-road mobile machinery. Our expertise also covers energy storage systems, internal innovation projects, and NATO-aligned defense applications—enabling us to deliver high-performance, scalable solutions across both civilian and military domains.
VDL Enabling Transport Solutions
Automotive Campus 59 5708 JZ Helmond The Netherlands