Worldwide industrial services since 1900
thenex sources, supplies and exports industrial products, spare parts and engineered equipment for plants worldwide — from standard MRO items to specialised technical systems.
1900About thenex
Industrial companies need their production to run reliably while keeping costs, resources and delivery times under control. In maintenance, repair and operations, dependable procurement is essential.
thenex supports companies worldwide in meeting these requirements — with solutions that combine operational reliability, cost efficiency, short delivery times and high quality standards.
Since its foundation in 1900, thenex has developed from a wholesale business for pipes and fittings into an internationally operating procurement service organisation, now run by the fourth generation of the Nientimp family.
Our historyOur purpose
To support industrial companies worldwide with reliable, efficient and solution-oriented procurement services. We combine customer focus, cost-efficient sourcing and high-quality products into tailored solutions that strengthen our customers’ success for the long term.
To be recognised worldwide — by customers and suppliers alike — as the preferred partner for the procurement of spare parts, industrial products and services for warehouse, maintenance and engineering projects.
Our offering
thenex offers a broad range of industrial products, procurement services and engineering solutions. From standard industrial components to specialised technical equipment, we help companies source reliable products for maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) and for project requirements.
The range covers automation components, pumps and valves, weighing and material handling equipment, compressors, motors, couplings and bearings, industrial communication equipment, tubes and pipes, fittings and flanges, gaskets and insulation materials, gears, drives and more.
How procurement with thenex works
Keeping plants running means reliable spare parts, short delivery times and manageable costs. Bundling procurement through thenex reduces the number of suppliers you manage — and with it administration, coordination effort and interfaces.
Part numbers, specifications, drawings or a complete tender — for spare parts, equipment or project packages.
Through a long-maintained network of more than 5,000 suppliers across Europe, complemented by purchasing offices in North America and Asia.
Integrated quantity and quality control, and modern storage at our own warehouse and logistics site in Bocholt.
Customs clearance, export control checks, documentation and worldwide shipping — economical or express.
More than a century of experience in industrial procurement services.
Short delivery times and rapid solutions that safeguard your production.
One contact for many manufacturers saves time and reduces cost.
Experience in international contract law, liability and warranty regulations.
Industries we serve
Our customers operate plants in energy-intensive and process industries worldwide. We work with OEM companies experienced in servicing and upgrading industrial plants and supply plant components designed by and for leading companies.
Plant components designed by and for companies such as
ABB · Alstom · Ardetem · Babcock · Bono Energia · BORSIG · Burgess Manning · Degussa · Demont · ENI · Galleri · Hamworthy Combustion · HYDRO AGRI Fertilizer Technology · Idrotermici · KBR · KEU · KHS · Konecranes · KRONES · KT Impianti · Linde · Lurgi · Nederlandse Stikstof Mij (NSM) · NOELL · NOVA Impianti · Officine Metalmeccaniche Nova · Pensotti Idrotermici · SAACKE Combustion · SAIPEM · SCANDI BREW · SCHADE · Sie Forney · Snamprogetti · Tecnimont · Thyssen Krupp Foerdertechnik · Thyssen Industrial Solutions · Thyssen Krupp Fertilizer Technologies · Uhde Fertilizer Technology (UFT)
Your key contacts
The thenex team brings together specialists in sales, procurement, logistics, administration and service. For international business, Peter Schulte and Robin Volmering are your central points of contact.
Senior Project Manager & Director Sales
With thenex since 1989. Peter connects customers, markets and solutions across borders, cultures and time zones — and supports customers reliably, especially in complex or time-critical situations.
sales(at)thenex.com
Senior Project Manager & Director Procurement
With thenex since 2020. Robin is responsible for strategic procurement and the continuous development of the international supplier network, with a focus on quality, availability and cost-efficient sourcing.
Part numbers, specifications or a complete tender — our sales and procurement team will get back to you.