Zenitel is a Belgian company known as a provider of intelligent critical communications solutions including IP intercoms, IP speakers, Public address system, Voice alarm system and integrated solutions.[1] Zenitel is organized in 3 business units : Business Unit Onshore (safety & security) with its global center in Oslo, Norway, Business Unit Offshore (Energy & Maritime) with its global center in Horten, Norway and Business Unit Transportation Solutions with its global center in Lewes, UK. Zenitel has over 400 employees, 16 offices worldwide, and a sales presence in more than 120 countries.
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Critical communications |
| Founded | 1901 |
| Headquarters | , |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Koen Claerbout (CEO) |
| Website | www |
Founded in 1901, Zenitel has a long history and has introduced product ranges such as ASL, Vingtor, Stentofon, and Phontech
In 2021, 3d investors, a family investment company, has as long term reference shareholder through its subsidiary House of Thor, delisted Zenitel NV[2] from Euronext.
History
editZenitel was established in 1901 when a group of Belgian entrepreneurs founded C.T.S.F. – Compagnie Générale de Télégraphie sans Fil.[3]
Following World War II in 1945, the company (then named S.A.I.T. Electronics – Société Anonyme Internationale de Télégraphie), established partnerships with Norsk Marconikompagnie A/S, Radio Holland N.V, and other companies.[3] In 1992, the partnership with Radio Holland led to a takeover and SAIT Electronics began trading under the name SAIT-RadioHolland.[3]
In 1997, the company was merged with Stentofon while in May 2000, a decision was taken on a merger between Stento ASA and the reorganized SAIT-RadioHolland.[3]
In 2001, the company celebrated its 100th anniversary and changed its corporate identity and name to Zenitel. [4]
In 2018, Zenitel acquired Phontech to further strengthen its market position in the Maritime and Energy industries.[5]
In 2021, Zenitel aquired ASL (Application Solutions Limited), a UK-based company delivering EN54 voice alarm solutions.[6]
Operations
editThe corporate headquarters of Zenitel is in Zellik, Belgium. Zenitel business is managed through 16 offices globally. Zenitel Group has a centralized R&D, Operations, HR and Finance teamd and operates in the market with 3 business units :
Business Unit Safety and Security
Operating from Oslo, Norway, BU Safety & Security delivers critical communication solutions to onshore verticals such as Corporate and Public, Education, Smart City, Prisons, Retail, Healthcare, and Industrial.
Business Unit Maritime & Energy
Operating from Horten, Norway, BU Maritime & Energey delivers turn-key communication systems to offshore verticals such as Offshore wind, Offshore platform, Cruise, and Luxury vessels.
Business Unit Transportation Solutions
Operating from Lewes, UK, BU Transportation Solutions delivers integrated communication solutions to Tranportation verticals such as rail, airport, and tunnels. In addition, this BU offers engineering services such as system design, delivery, and maintenance.
Technology
editZenitel specializes in audio technology and solutions for safety and security communication.[7] The company manufacturers IP intercoms, IP speakers, Public address system, Voice alarm system and integrated solutions.[8]
IP Intercoms - Zenitel is a manufacturer of IP Intercoms for a wide range of onshore and offshore industries. Its products include video intercom, door entry intercoms, operator telephones, vandal resistant intercoms, explosion-proof intercoms, industrial intercoms, and clean room intercoms.
IP Speakers - Zenitel offers a selection of IP speakers for indoor and outdoor use. Its product include horn speaker, ceiling speaker, cabinet speaker, and projector speaker.
Public Address and Voice Alarm - Zenitel offers Public address and voice alarm solutions for onshore and offshore industries. Its products include audio router, audio amplifier, microphone, and other accessories.
Unified Communication Platform – Zenitel offers software platforms which enable integrations with complementary technologies (such as for instance VMS, access control), security management platforms and PSIMs. These Zenitel platform solutions are used for management, commissioning, maintenance and servicing Zenitel products
Awards
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editReferences
edit- ^ "Zenitel Launches Next Generation IP Speaker Series". losspreventionmedia.com. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "House of Thor has acquired Zenitel through a cash tender offer and delisting | Deals | Oaklins Belgium: Mid-market M&A and financial advice globally". Oaklins Belgium. Retrieved 2025-01-10.
- ^ a b c d "Zenitel USA company history timeline". zippia.com. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "ASL rebrands to Zenitel". iscve.org.uk. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "Vingtor Stentofon and Phontech become Zenitel". tttbv.com. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "Key priorities from a technology leader: Zenitel". internationalsecurityjournal.com. 21 February 2022. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "Zenitel Launches Cyber Secure, Unified Critical Communication Solutions". sdmmag.com. 5 November 2024. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "Zenitel unveils latest product that unifies audio communication solutions". internationalsecurityjournal.com. 29 October 2024. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "AWARDS 2021 - Best Intercom Supplier – Zenitel". bairdmaritime.com. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ Maritime, Baird (2023-07-17). "AWARDS 2022 | Best Intercom Supplier – Zenitel". Baird Maritime / Work Boat World. Retrieved 2025-01-10.