Den Dolder, February 19, 2025
In a time when numerous technological startups are emerging, Holland Sensor has proven itself as a promising player in water quality technology. The company has successfully completed its second investment round. Following an initial funding round with business angels, strategic investor Albert van Beek has now provided financial support. Van Beek is convinced that Holland Sensor’s technology is essential for the future of water management.
The new funding will be used to accelerate the market launch of Holland Sensor’s innovative sensor technology. Investor Van Beek states: “I had been looking for a meaningful and impactful investment for some time. I truly believe that Holland Sensor, with its Mizu® Sensor, can make the world a better place, and I am happy to contribute to that.” Holland Sensor will relocate to a much larger facility in Driebergen in mid-2025, where extensive research and laboratory facilities will be established.
Fast and accurate water quality measurements
Water management is becoming increasingly crucial worldwide, both in terms of quality and quantity. Holland Sensor responds to this need with the development of the Mizu® Sensor, a digital solution for rapid and accurate laboratory-grade water quality measurements of metals. The Mizu® Sensor is uniquely designed for process water, drinking water, wastewater, and surface water, delivering measurement results within minutes. With direct cloud publication, water managers and companies can quickly intervene in case of contamination, providing a crucial time advantage over traditional laboratory analyses. With this innovation, Holland Sensor reaffirms its commitment to reliable and sustainable measurement solutions for the water sector.
Second investment round exceeded expectations
Paul Hoogewind, CFO of Holland Sensor, explains: “The first funding round, held mid-last year, was successful, but this second round exceeded our expectations. Due to product development over the past months and positive validation results, there was significant interest from investors.” Holland Sensor’s founder and CEO, Leo de Zeeuw, adds: “Our choice to initially work with business angels in the first round provided us with flexibility and agility. The second round progressed even faster, and it’s great that an experienced entrepreneur recognizes the potential and has decided to invest. This allows us to fully execute our plans.”
Focus on product development and research
The secured funding will be used to prepare the Portable Mizu® Systems (PMS) for market launch and accelerate the development of the Stationary Mizu® System (SMS). Additionally, Holland Sensor is launching a practical study to determine whether the technology can also be used for PFAS detection. The initial results of this study are promising.
Future outlook
With the successful completion of this investment round, Holland Sensor is also taking an important step toward international expansion. The company remains focused on innovation, sustainability, and improving global water quality. “The interest we are already receiving from major international players confirms that Holland Sensor is on the right path,” says De Zeeuw.
Source: Holland Sensor
