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We are a team of experts specialised in fluid dynamics

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More than 20 years of experience in fluid dynamics

Our team consists of engineers and consultants with a background in CFD, wind tunnel testing and field measurements, combined with expertise in wind engineering, building physics, product development, optimization and software development. To support our work, we have a large HPC cluster at our disposal, we use specialized measurement equipment to validate our work in the field, and we have access to several wind tunnels and other test facilities.

Mission & Vision

 

Our mission

At Actiflow, we believe that technical solutions only create real value when they genuinely work for our clients. That’s why we combine our technical expertise with a personal and flexible approach. We aim not just to be the leading expert in fluid dynamics, but above all, a reliable partner our clients can trust. We think along, deliver practical solutions to the most complex challenges, and remain involved until the problem is truly solved.

Our Vision

By working closely together and thinking ahead, we help clients make well-informed decisions that prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow. Through clear, direct communication and visually compelling reports, we make every issue transparent—enabling our clients to move forward quickly and confidently.

We continuously update our technical knowledge to stay at the forefront of our field, ensuring that expertise is always practical and accessible. Because we believe that innovation and technology should go hand in hand with commitment and tailor-made solutions.

Our story

The timeline below highlights the milestones that shaped the development of our company. Scroll through the years and explore our defining moments.

2005

2005

Establishment of actiflow

In March 2005, Roy Campe and Eric Terry founded Actiflow as a spin-off from Delft University of Technology, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

Later that same year, they started a collaboration with Ferrari SpA to jointly develop an innovative aerodynamic technology for the automotive sector. During this period, Actiflow was based at YES!Delft, the university’s incubator.

2007

2007

First consultancy project

Media coverage of the collaboration with Ferrari generated growing interest from companies with questions about aerodynamics. In 2007, this resulted in Actiflow’s first consultancy project. In this project, Actiflow investigated and optimized the airflow in medical air blankets used to keep patients warm during long surgeries.

2008

2008

Relocation from Delft to Breda

The TU Delft incubator quickly reached full capacity, meaning that “older” companies had to make room for new startups. After three years, Actiflow had to leave the building. Since both founders combined their professional lives in the Netherlands with private lives in Belgium, Breda was the ideal new base of operations. After consulting with and receiving approval from their staff, the relocation became a reality.

2009

2009

Ferrari Presents the Actiflow System at the Geneva Motor Show – Expansion into the building physics sector

After four years of joint development, Ferrari implemented Actiflow’s innovation in the new Ferrari 599XX. At the Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari made a big impression by presenting “The Actiflow System.”

That same year, Actiflow expanded its activities into the building physics sector, conducting wind comfort studies for new high-rise developments.

2012

2009

Actiflow develops its first software

To increase the company’s scalability, Actiflow decided to develop software that would allow clients to perform their own airflow simulations. At the request of a filter system supplier, Actiflow developed a tool to simulate airflow and smoke concentrations in a welding hall. The client used the results to demonstrate the impact of their systems during their sales process.

2016

2016

Opening of City Skydive Utrecht

City Skydive Center in Utrecht was one of Actiflow’s largest projects and opened its doors in 2016. Over the two preceding years, Actiflow designed the skydive tunnels, developed the software, and tested the installations. Even after the opening, Actiflow remained involved to ensure smooth operation. We consider the success of City Skydive to be a major milestone in our history.

2019

2019

First projects outside the Benelux and start of wind tunnel assessments

Until 2019, Actiflow conducted wind studies exclusively using numerical simulations. That year, Actiflow began collaborating with the UK’s Building Research Establishment (BRE), gaining access to a wind tunnel for studying wind loads on façades and building structures. This collaboration enabled Actiflow to complete its first projects for clients in the United Kingdom and Gibraltar. After BRE’s wind tunnel closed, Actiflow signed an agreement with Imperial College London for the use of their wind tunnel facilities.

2021

2021

Launch of the Koga Kinsei at the Tokyo Olympic Games

Together with City Skydive, we consider the development of the Koga Kinsei track bike one of the most remarkable projects in our history. Between 2017 and 2020, Actiflow collaborated with Koga, KNWU, TU Delft and Pontis Engineering to develop a completely new track bike, taking full responsibility for its aerodynamic design. We designed the bike entirely from a blank sheet of paper, with only UCI regulations as constraints.

The result: a track bike with 25% less drag than its predecessor, winning a total of 6 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze medals at the Olympic Games in Tokyo and Paris.

2023

2023

Launch of the Online Wind Assessment Tool

Over the years, wind comfort studies have become an increasingly important part of Actiflow’s activities. With the Online Wind Assessment Tool, clients can conduct preliminary wind comfort studies themselves at an early stage of the building design process, helping to prevent issues later on.

2024

2024

First real-time wind map for airports

Actiflow continued to develop its software and launched an online tool that allows airports to monitor and predict wind speeds at gates in real time. In 2024, the first client implemented the Wind Map. On windy days, airports use this information to handle aircraft more efficiently.

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Our corporate identity and values

At Actiflow, everything revolves around airflows — and around people. Because technical solutions only create real value when they work in practice. That’s why we combine deep expertise with a flexible and personal approach. We calculate and understand complex flow behavior and translate our knowledge into clear, visually compelling advice. This helps our clients make well informed decisions faster.

We’re not just specialists; we’re partners. We think ahead, spot opportunities, and search for the best possible solutions. Our involvement doesn’t end with the advice — we stay engaged until the solution is fully in place.

Facing a complicated or complex challenge? We’re here to help, ensuring you can move forward with confidence.

Our core values – The standards by which you may judge us after every project:

    • Experts: Thoughtful, high-quality, and effective results — that’s what we stand for. We offer deep knowledge and critically assess every outcome. We don’t just calculate; we truly understand. For us, excellence is the standard.
    • Client-focused: We listen, collaborate, and stay closely involved. We communicate clearly and respond quickly. With a creative and flexible approach, we look beyond standard solutions — always guided by the client’s needs.
    • Proactive: We identify opportunities and think in possibilities. We’re determined, responsible, and committed to delivering solutions that truly work. By thinking ahead and acting swiftly, we make a meaningful difference.