Terms of Use

Last updated: 19 August 2026

These Terms of Use apply to the use of websites operated by Wabtec Netherlands B.V. for Akapp and Nieaf-Smitt. By accessing or using these websites, you agree to these Terms of Use.

1. Website operator

The websites are operated by Wabtec Netherlands B.V., Darwinstraat 10, 6718 XR Ede, The Netherlands, Chamber of Commerce number 65631668.

2. Use of the websites

You may use the websites for lawful business and informational purposes. You may not use the websites in a way that could damage, disable, overload or impair the websites, interfere with other users, attempt unauthorised access to systems, or misuse forms, downloads or contact channels.

3. Website content

The content on the websites is provided for general information purposes only. Although Wabtec Netherlands B.V. aims to provide accurate and current information, no guarantee is given that all information is complete, accurate or suitable for a specific purpose. Product specifications, availability, certification information and service descriptions may change and should be verified before relying on them for purchasing, engineering or compliance decisions.

4. No offer or binding advice

Information on the websites does not constitute a binding offer, technical advice, legal advice or contractual commitment. Any contract for the supply of products or services is subject to the applicable written agreement, quotation, order confirmation and relevant commercial terms agreed between the parties.

5. Intellectual property

The websites and their content are protected by intellectual property rights. You may view, download or print website content for internal business or informational use only, provided that you do not remove copyright notices, trademark notices or other proprietary notices. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell or commercially exploit website content without prior written permission.

6. Downloads and documentation

Documentation, brochures, manuals, datasheets and other downloads are provided for convenience and information purposes. Users are responsible for ensuring that they use the latest applicable version and that the information is suitable for their intended use. In case of conflict between website information and a signed agreement or official product documentation supplied with a product, the latter will prevail.

7. External links and third-party services

The websites may link to external websites or use third-party services. Wabtec Netherlands B.V. is not responsible for third-party websites, content, services, security or privacy practices. Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.

8. Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Wabtec Netherlands B.V. is not liable for any direct or indirect damage arising from or related to the use of the websites, inability to use the websites, reliance on website content, errors, omissions, interruptions, viruses or third-party links. Nothing in these Terms of Use excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is not permitted under applicable law.

9. Privacy and cookies

The processing of personal data through the websites is described in the Privacy Statement. The use of cookies and similar technologies is described in the Cookie Statement.

10. Changes to the websites and Terms of Use

Wabtec Netherlands B.V. may change, suspend or discontinue any part of the websites and may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The latest version will be published on the relevant websites.

11. Applicable law

These Terms of Use and the use of the websites are governed by Dutch law, unless mandatory law provides otherwise.