About US

Keynius builds on simplicity and innovation

We invent and develop innovative, smart locking solutions powered by family values, Dutch ingenuity, and complete supply chain control. Our partner network is growing globally, with solutions that prioritize privacy by design and simplicity first.

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We prioritize using Recycled Steel

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Designed and manufactured entirely in the Netherlands.

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Who we are

Driven by Innovation, Powered by Simplicity

Two families, one vision. Keynius emerged when the Bakx family (Ronald and Wesley) joined forces with the de Bruin family (René, Cees, Leo, and Arjan) to revolutionize the locker industry. This family foundation isn't just our history—it's our competitive advantage.

By controlling our entire supply chain from cabinetry to software, we deliver unmatched quality, faster innovation, and more affordable solutions than competitors who outsource components. Our family values extend to how we treat clients: with long-term commitment, personal accountability, and a genuine desire to solve problems.

When you choose Keynius, you're not just getting a product—you're joining our extended family of partners and clients who benefit from our Dutch heritage of efficiency, sustainability, and pragmatic innovation.

Clients worldwide

1,000+

Keynius Team

75

International partners

70+

Average Locker Wall

306

Our mission

Keynius exists to simplify access and create smarter ways to store, share, and protect the things people rely on. That’s why everything we build — from the smallest hinge to the most complex software — needs to help people create better workflows.

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Wesley Bakx

Keynius, Managing Director

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Keynius has unlocked smarter locker solutions for some of the world’s most recognized companies:

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France
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UK
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Our STory

Where our story began and how we keep moving forward

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Left: René de Bruin (CCO). Right: Wesley Bakx (CTO)

Family foundations build lasting innovations. In 2020, after years of industry experience, the Bakx and de Bruin families combined their expertise to develop Keynius—a locker management system built on different principles.

Unlike competitors who assemble outsourced components, we control everything: hardware, software, and cabinetry. This complete ownership allows us to innovate faster, customize more deeply, and price more competitively. Our Dutch heritage infuses everything we do with pragmatic efficiency and sustainable thinking.

We've grown from a family idea to a global network of partners who share our values of simplicity, security, and long-term relationships. When clients choose Keynius, they're not just getting technology—they're getting the accountability that only comes when the founders' names and reputations stand behind every solution.

2004
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The second-hand beginning

The de Bruin brothers recognized an opportunity and started selling second hand lockers.

2008
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Things are getting serious

What started out as a side project that the brothers could do together started to become a real business that they started to pursue wholeheartedly.

2015
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Time to get “Smart”

As business continued to grow for the brothers, so too does their product line, as they began to shift out of the second-hand/refurbished market and into selling new standard and smart lockers.

2019
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Enter: Bakx family

Arjan de Bruin was working to solve some of their logistics problems when he was introduced to Ronald Bakx, who was leading the project for the other company.

2020
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Key + Genius = Keynius

As the de Bruin and Bakx families got to know each other better, they recognized an opportunity that they were both passionate about: creating their own end-to-end system: the lockers, hardware, and software.
It's Keynius!

2021
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Growth with Partners

Keynius wanted to grow outside of The Netherlands, so they launched a Partner Program to help them work with like-minded international businesses.

2022
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UK Expansion & More Partner

The Partner Program has now grown to 70+ and has proven to be successful, to the point that the company launches a UK arm to the Keynius team.

2023
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Pay & Store & More

Keynius’ focus on the paid rental market - Pay & Store - is paying off, as they become the biggest provider or self-serve rental lockers worldwide.
They also reach a big milestone: 100,000 smart lockers sold, plus they also expand to Hong Kong.

2024
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MENA & USA Expansion

As business continues to grow, so does Keynius, as they launch an office in Dubai, UAE, as well as add team members and Partners in the USA.

2025
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0.5M Transactions

Another big milestone: Keynius reaches 500,000 locker rental transactions in one month, with over 1.5 million transactions.

Our focus is on safety 
and sustainability

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People and environment

We've created collaborative workspaces that reflect our family values, encouraging innovation while maintaining work-life balance.

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Privacy by design

Every Keynius solution incorporates privacy protection from the earliest design stages through implementation, ensuring we only create systems we'd trust with our own data.

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End to end encryption

We've developed proprietary encryption that secures information at every stage—from user interaction to cloud storage.

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Sustainable entrepreneurship

We design products for longevity, and our modular approach means components can be updated rather than discarded. We continuously optimize manufacturing to reduce waste and energy consumption.

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Organized, easy-to-manage storage

Modular smart lockers make it easy to assign, locate, and report from one place. No more scattered cages.

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Eliminate line-ups with tap-to-access

Secure access via PIN, RFID, or SSO, with permissions tied to roles, shifts, or more, to enforce your procedures.

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Join our team and let’s achieve great things together

Family businesses create unique work environments. At Keynius, our collaborative culture reflects our founders' belief that the best innovations come from diverse perspectives working toward shared goals. We offer the stability of a family foundation with the excitement of a rapidly growing global technology company. Join us in creating the next generation of smart locker solutions.

Join our partner Program

Our success is built on strong partnerships. We carefully select partners who share our values and vision to represent Keynius in their regions. Partners benefit from our complete supply chain control, receiving customizable solutions they can confidently present to their clients. Our "Let's Go Dutch" financing options provide flexible payment models that help partners close deals with reduced upfront costs.

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