Dutch venue management software provider Aqqo acquires LVP

Based in the Netherlands Akkoannounced that it has acquired venue management software provider LVPA Dutch software provider for the management of sports facilities and public spaces, serving mainly municipalities since 1988.

Founded by Hein Lambert as Lambert Venture Promotion BV, LVP has evolved from a consultancy firm into a software company, developing various software packages including AMIS for the management of sports facilities.

The company offers solutions such as microcomputer networks and paved the way for SaaS services by offering a client/server system with Java. In 1997, Annet Miedema formalized AMIS under Compudienst/LVP and took over full-time leadership in 2005.

Today, LVP’s software serves customers such as APG and large municipalities in the Netherlands.

“We have always been pioneers in terms of continuous innovation and adaptation to our customers’ needs. Combining our expertise with Aqqo is a natural next step,” says Annet Miedema, former owner of LVP.

Purpose of acquisition

Aqqo and LVP have joined forces to become the market leader in venue management software for municipally managed sports facilities, currently serving over 100 municipalities.

“LVP has built a strong reputation in large municipalities such as Amsterdam and Utrecht. With LVP’s experience and customer network, we are strengthening our market position and can offer even more value to our existing customers,” says Jop Hofste, co-founder of Aqqo.

“We are combining the expertise of both teams to develop the best venue management software for the market and realize our shared vision.”

The partnership between the two companies enhances their combined offerings and increases their competitiveness in government tenders. LVP customers will now benefit from uninterrupted service enhanced by Aqqo’s capabilities.

“After nearly 40 years, I have found in Aqqo the ideal partner to ensure continuity and better serve our customers,” adds Annet Miedema.

Brief information about Aqqo

Founded in 2018 by Jop Hofste and Bas Heuvelmans, Aqqo is a software company specializing in venue management and dedicated to optimizing and integrating processes for seamless operations.

The company serves more than 1,100 locations across the Netherlands and Belgium and offers: SaaS Innovation, collaboration and service-oriented solutions.

With experience in over 60 municipalities, Aqqo’s software simplifies accommodation rentals by automating tasks such as billing, availability, and access. Through smart integrations and customer-centric development, Aqqo aims to make venues more accessible and efficient.

“By combining our technical and financial expertise, we can completely automate administrative processes. Our financial integration solution, Aqqo Finance, automatically synchronizes data with accounting systems, increasing accuracy and efficiency,” Heuvelmans says.