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About Acotec

Acotec NV, founded in 1971 as General Coatings, is a pioneer and leading company that specializes in:

  • Developing, producing, selling and applying high-quality, sustainable anti-corrosion coatings under the brand of HUMIDUR® Coatings,
  • Offering passive fire retardant solutions with HUMIDUR CHAR® Coatings,
  • Design & engineering and constructing of mobile DZI cofferdam technology,
  • Offering services such as surface preparation techniques and coating application for civil infrastructure and marine structures.

Our expertise covers quay walls, jetties, bridges, viaducts, petrochemical installations, pipelines, storage tanks, vessels, ships and other critical infrastructure. Using innovative technologies and skilled craftsmanship, we extend the lifespan of infrastructure with decades without impact to the environment and minimum hindrance to all stakeholders. The cornerstones of Acotec’s success are durability, environmentally-friendliness and cost efficiency.

COMPANY PROFILE

Mission

Adding maintenance-free lifespan to critical infrastructure

Acotec’s mission is to sustainably protect and strengthen marine, petrochemical and civil structures – such as bridges, viaducts, quay walls, jetties, pipelines, vessels and ships – by providing and applying high-quality, environmentally friendly anti-corrosion solutions and coatings. For national and local governments, construction companies, contractors, port authorities, and infrastructure managers, we execute projects with minimal disruption to the environment, maximum efficiency, and a strong focus on cost savings. Through innovative techniques, expert craftsmanship, and respect for people and the environment, we extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure and contribute to a safe, sustainable, and well-functioning society.

Mission

Strategy

Acotec’s strategy is built on delivering specialized corrosion protection through a unique combination of coating technology, in-house manufacturing, and on-site application expertise.

We focus on four key strategic pillars.

Strategy

1. Strategic Focus on Critical Infrastructure Protection

We focus on protecting and extending the lifespan of critical civil and marine infrastructure — bridges, viaducts, quay walls, jetties, and petrochemical installations — through advanced, sustainable anti-corrosion solutions and HUMIDUR® coatings.

Strategic pillars

2. Prioritize Environmental Responsibility and Minimal Disruption

We commit to environmentally friendly products and methods, ensuring that all projects are executed with minimal hindrance to surrounding communities, natural ecosystems, and ongoing operations.

3. Innovation-Driven Engineering & Application Methods

We invest in cutting-edge coating technologies, specialized equipment, and advanced application techniques to stay ahead in durability, performance, and sustainability. Technical expertise and innovation are key differentiators in Acotec’s positioning in the industry.

4. Long-Term Partnership and Reliability

We build durable relationships with clients by offering transparent communication, consistent performance, and long-term maintenance strategies that ensure the reliability and safety of their infrastructure assets. Our goal is to become the preferred partner for long-term asset protection and maintenance.

Contact us

Contact the Acotec Team for more information.