Westland Infra

Westland Infra is a Dutch energy distribution company responsible for managing and operating the electricity and gas networks in the Westland and Midden-Delfland region of the Netherlands. It is the regional grid operator (netbeheerder) that ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient transport of energy to households and businesses in its service area. The company is headquartered in the Westland area and operates as part of N.V. Juva, a holding company with three subsidiaries: Westland Infra Netbeheer B.V., Capturam B.V., and Anexo B.V. The company's origins trace back to Westland Energie Infrastructuur, which was part of the Westland Energie Groep. In 2007, the Westland Energie Groep was sold to Essent, and Westland Energie Infrastructuur was separated from the group. On 1 January 2008, the company was renamed Westland Infra. The municipalities of Westland and Midden-Delfland are the major shareholders, making it a publicly owned utility. Westland Infra's core activities include managing the regional energy grid, facilitating energy generation, preventing disconnections, and installing and maintaining smart meters. The company serves both residential/small business customers (Thuis & Kleinzakelijk) and large business customers (Grootzakelijk). For small consumers, Westland Infra does not send invoices directly; instead, customers receive periodic invoices from their energy supplier. For large business customers, Westland Infra Netbeheer sends invoices alongside the energy supplier and metering company. As a grid operator, Westland Infra plays a key role in the energy transition in the Netherlands. It works with the Province of South Holland, other grid operators, and drinking water companies to develop smarter plans and reduce disruption. The company has also made available 93 MW of residual grid capacity, which is relevant for new connections and sustainable energy projects. Westland Infra continues to invest in modernizing its infrastructure and improving customer service, including the development of a new customer portal for large business clients.

Westland Infra's history is closely tied to the energy sector in the Westland region of the Netherlands. The company originated as Westland Energie Infrastructuur, the infrastructure division of Westland Energie Groep. Westland Energie Groep was a regional energy company active in the Westland area, involved in the production, distribution, and supply of energy. In 2007, Westland Energie Groep was sold to Essent, a major Dutch energy company. As part of this transaction, Westland Energie Infrastructuur was separated from the group and did not become part of Essent. This separation was likely due to regulatory requirements that separate energy network management from energy supply activities, a common practice in the Dutch energy market to ensure fair competition and independent grid operation. On 1 January 2008, Westland Energie Infrastructuur was renamed Westland Infra. The municipalities of Westland and Midden-Delfland became the major shareholders of the new independent grid operator. This public ownership structure is typical for Dutch regional grid operators, ensuring that the infrastructure is managed in the public interest. Westland Infra operates as part of N.V. Juva, a holding company that has three subsidiaries: Westland Infra Netbeheer B.V., Capturam B.V., and Anexo B.V. Westland Infra Netbeheer B.V. is the entity responsible for the actual grid management activities. Capturam B.V. and Anexo B.V. likely provide related services, though specific details about their activities are not provided in the available sources. Since its establishment, Westland Infra has focused on managing and modernizing the energy infrastructure in its service area. The company has been involved in the rollout of smart meters, which are essential for modern energy management and the energy transition. It has also worked on increasing grid capacity and facilitating the connection of renewable energy sources. In recent years, Westland Infra has collaborated with the Province of South Holland, other grid operators, and drinking water companies to develop smarter plans and reduce disruption from infrastructure works. The company has also developed a new customer portal for large business customers, giving them more control over their energy connections. Additionally, Westland Infra has made available 93 MW of residual grid capacity, which is important for accommodating new energy projects and supporting the transition to sustainable energy in the region.

• Westland Energie Groep sold to Essent; Westland Energie Infrastructuur separated from the group

• Westland Energie Infrastructuur renamed Westland Infra

• Municipalities of Westland and Midden-Delfland become major shareholders

Regional grid operator ensuring reliable and sustainable energy distribution in Westland and Midden-Delfland.

• Electricity grid management

  Management and operation of the regional electricity distribution network.

• Gas grid management

  Management and operation of the regional gas distribution network.

• Smart meter installation

  Installation and maintenance of smart meters for customers.

• Grid connection services

  Provision of new connections and capacity for residential and business customers.

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