Dutch connectivity pioneer TKF marks 95 years of innovation and growth
One of the Netherlands' most enduring industrial innovators, TKF, is celebrating its 95th anniversary this year. Founded in 1930 amid the global economic crisis, the company has grown from a local cable manufacturer into a leading international supplier of connectivity solutions, playing a key role in enabling the energy transition and digital transformation.
Originally known as Twentsche Kabelfabriek, TKF has steadily evolved over the decades, driven by a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a consistent commitment to innovation. Today, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of cables, systems, and services to clients worldwide—delivering secure and reliable energy and data connections across various industries.
According to the company, its strength lies in more than just its technology. “What makes us truly proud,” a spokesperson from TKF explains, “is our unwavering courage to innovate and our commitment to connecting society—today and for the future.”
TKF sets itself apart by combining deep technical expertise with a sharp focus on specific market segments. This enables the company to offer specialized cable solutions tailored to customer needs, with an emphasis on reliability, quality, and service. Its collaborative approach, which includes close partnerships with clients, suppliers, and end users, is designed to deliver not just products—but integrated, sustainable solutions.
Part of the larger TKH Group NV technology conglomerate, TKF also benefits from access to advanced technologies and a broad network of sister companies. This allows the company to offer full-service solutions across infrastructure, telecom, and industrial sectors—removing complexity for clients and boosting efficiency across the value chain.
With its CSR certification, TKF emphasizes sustainability and environmental responsibility in all aspects of its operations. The company actively monitors its performance in these areas and continuously seeks improvement, aligning its goals with long-term societal impact.
Now, as it celebrates 95 years of business, TKF is looking firmly toward the future. Its current investments focus heavily on supporting the global energy transition. By expanding production capacity and accelerating innovation in renewable energy infrastructure, the company aims to support the shift toward a more sustainable and connected world.
In a fast-changing technological landscape, TKF’s legacy is defined not just by its longevity, but by its ability to adapt, innovate, and lead. As the company enters its next chapter, it continues to build on nearly a century of experience—working not just for today, but for the generations to come.
Source: TKF
