Our portfolio

Alliander Next Grid develops and manages innovative businesses that make a contribution to the energy transition. Our portfolio consists of startups, companies and participations focusing on key aspects of the future energy supply, such as new energy infrastructures, smart networks, data sharing and sustainable solutions. We support these businesses with capital, knowledge, networks and facilities. On this page you can find out more about our companies and how they are working to deliver a sustainable future.

ENTRNCE  is an independent electricity-transaction platform that allows direct trading between generators and consumers right across Europe. With ENTRNCE you can manage and optimise your own network yourself and share or exchange sustainable energy. ENTRNCE is transparent, can be adapted to any energy market and offers you a reliable and innovative service. ENTRNCE is a subsidiary of the Alliander group and a knowledge partner and facilitator of decentralised energy markets. 

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Firan focuses on the development, construction and operation of infrastructures for sustainable energy, such as heat, cold, hydrogen, solar and wind power, and sustainable gases. It works together with Dutch local authorities, housing associations, project developers, energy producers and other partners to offer smart energy solutions for buildings, areas and municipalities. Firan is the independent facilitator in the realisation of local energy systems.

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Grid to Great is a company offering products for the digitalisation of substations and the creation of stronger, more flexible electricity grids. Its products enable network operators to digitalise their primary and secondary installations, and use virtual applications to manage and optimise substations. Grid to Great’s solutions are based on the IEC 61850 standard and support interoperability, scalability and real-time insight. Grid to Great has a proven track record of delivering and supporting substation digitalisation projects in five countries, in partnership with leading DSOs and TSOs.

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Qterra is a company specialising in soil surveys and soil-related advice. Thanks to the Qterra app and a team of experienced soil specialists, they can determine quickly and expertly whether excavation work can be carried out safely. Qterra conducts preliminary studies in accordance with the applicable standards and guidelines and also offers support with complex projects carried out in the soil. Qterra’s ambition is to deliver a sustainable and clean future in which safe excavation is possible.

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Alliander Telecom offers machine-to-machine telecom services for energy networks, as well as related tasks. For this it uses both fixed and wireless networks, such as its own fibre-optic network and the 450 MHz network of Utility Connect. It also offers integrated machine-to-machine solutions, incorporating transmission equipment, data connections and management services. Alliander Telecom is a reliable and innovative partner for network operators and business customers.

TReNT Glasvezel is a supplier of commercial fibre-optic solutions. It offers reliable, scalable and forward-looking dark-fibre connections that give customers complete control over their own network. TReNT Glasvezel designs custom fibre-optic networks that meet the ICT needs and commercial ambitions of various sectors, including healthcare, education, utilities, business and the public sector. The company also offers outstanding customer service and technical support. TReNT Glasvezel is part of Alliander Telecom.

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Utility Connect is a joint venture between Alliander and Stedin that supplies secure, closed, wireless data communication to closed user groups. The company has a CDMA network for machine-to-machine applications of public and semi-public parties, such as network operators, utility companies and critical infrastructures. Utility Connect helps its customers manage their vital infrastructure more efficiently through the use of smart meters, sensors and remote-controlled switches that communicate via its network..

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