November 20th 2025 – Sliedrecht, The Netherlands
The Royal Van Beest Group is pleased to announce that it has acquired Enduro Softslings. Established ten years ago in The Netherlands, Enduro Softslings has secured a leading position in the lifting industry through its innovative manufacturing capabilities, high-performance custom-made soft slings, and outstanding customer support. As part of the Royal Van Beest Group — the global leader behind trusted brands like Green Pin® and Irizar Forge — Enduro Softslings will gain access to resources and expertise to further fuel its growth.
Hendrik Kok, CEO of the Royal Van Beest Group, commented:
“We are thrilled to welcome Enduro Softslings into the Royal Van Beest family. Their spirit of innovation and dedication to excellence perfectly align with our own values. Together, we see a tremendous opportunity to bring even more high-quality, creative products to our customers worldwide.”
Sytse van der Molen, CEO of Enduro Softslings, added:
“This partnership opens incredible new growth opportunities for Enduro Softslings. We’re proud of what we’ve built and thrilled to join forces with a company that shares our values and commitment to excellence.”
The partnership represents a strategic milestone in the Royal Van Beest Group’s ongoing effort to advance innovation and enhance its range of reliable, technology-driven lifting products, while seamlessly complementing its existing HMPE product line, Green Pin Tycan®. Enduro Softslings will continue to operate as an independent entity within the Royal Van Beest Group. Sytse van der Molen will remain Managing Director of Enduro Softslings, continuing to guide the company with the same entrepreneurial spirit that made it a success.
ABOUT ENDURO SOFTSLINGS B.V.
Enduro Softslings has perfected its high performance Softslings production techniques, achieving minimal length tolerances (less than 10 mm) of soft slings and offering rapid delivery of tailor-made solutions. Our expertise and flexibility enable us to meet the diverse and dynamic needs of the lifting industry, making Enduro Softslings a reliable partner for projects requiring high predictability, precision, and timely delivery. The company is based in The Netherlands and employs 20 people. For more information, please visit www.softslings.com.
ABOUT THE ROYAL VAN BEEST GROUP B.V.
Founded in 1922, the Royal Van Beest Group is the leading manufacturer of premium quality components for lifting, lashing and mooring applications. The company offers customers unparalleled service by having the Green Pin®, Irizar Forge, Heuer Hebetechnik and Sling Supply Intl. brands under one roof. The Royal Van Beest Group has 300 employees and branches in the Netherlands (head office), Germany, France, Spain, Brazil and the USA. Its products are available in more than 100 countries worldwide.