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SHV Energy
SHV Energy provides decentralised, cleaner and lower-carbon energy solutions to 26 million business and residential customers around the world, with 13,000...
SHV Energy
SHV Energy provides decentralised, cleaner and lower-carbon energy solutions to 26 million business and residential customers around the world, with 13,000 employees and operations in 21 countries across 4 continents. It is a leading global distributor of off-grid energy such as LPG and small-scale LNG, and is active in sustainable fuels and energy transition services. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of SHV and consists of specialised energy companies including brands such as Calor, Ipragaz, Liquigas, Primagaz and Supergasbras.
General information
Firm type
other
Location
Region
North America
Country
Netherlands
City
Hoofddorp
Corporate office
Hoofddorp, Netherlands
Additional offices
Menlo Park · London · Greenwich · Auckland · Houston · Barcelona · Chicago · Geneva · Ludwigshafen
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What energy products does SHV Energy offer?
SHV Energy offers LPG, LNG, and renewable liquid gases including bioLPG and synthetic propane. The company also invests in biogas, hydrogen, and renewable propane projects (per SHV Energy website).
How is SHV Energy structured?
SHV Energy is an operating company owned by the SHV family. Unlike a typical family office, it operates as a decentralized energy distributor with local brands across 21 countries, staffed by 13,000 employees.
Does SHV Energy have a specific investment strategy or mandate?
SHV Energy focuses on expanding its low-carbon energy portfolio. It invests directly in infrastructure, supply chain, and new fuel technologies rather than through external funds, guided by a long-term ownership horizon.
Who are the key executives at SHV Energy?
SHV Energy does not publicly list its executive team on its website. The parent SHV Holdings is led by the Fentener van Vlissingen family, but specific management of the energy arm is not disclosed.
Does SHV Energy invest externally or partner with external fund managers?
SHV Energy primarily operates as a direct investor in energy assets and projects. It also partners with associations to advance energy transition goals, but does not disclose external GP fund commitments.
What is the geographic footprint of SHV Energy?
SHV Energy operates in 21 countries across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. Its head office is in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, and it maintains additional offices in cities including Houston, London, Barcelona, and Auckland (per SHV Energy website).
Is SHV Energy's parent company involved in other industries?
Yes, SHV Holdings is a family-owned conglomerate with origins in coal trading. Its other divisions include food service (MAKRO) and recycling (PVC recycling), but SHV Energy is its primary energy platform.
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