Marc Evers, the former owner and technical director of KMWE, refers to his venture as a "talent factory", dedicated to nurturing young technicians and growing the next ASML-level innovations. His company, The Bicycle Repair Man (TBRM Group), invests both capital and expertise in OEM start-ups, focusing on cutting-edge solutions in engineering, manufacturing, assembly, and secondment.
TBRM Group's unique incubator is like a Protoshop—a creative space brimming with high-tech machines and materials, where technicians bring ideas to life. Drawing on Marc's experience as a long-time co-owner and technical director at KMWE, TBRM integrates engineering, manufacturing, assembly, and product development to offer end-to-end solutions to high-tech ventures. The name "The Bicycle Repair Man" or "fietsenmaker" reflects Marc’s early passion for tinkering and problem-solving—skills he has passed on to the next generation of innovators.
Marc's love for technology began as a young boy, when he found joy in crafting and fixing bicycles. As he worked his way through multiple technical studies, his true passion for hands-on work on the shop floor never faded. Over the years, Marc has gathered around 120 skilled technicians to form the heart of TBRM Group. These technicians work on various start-up projects for both TBRM’s own ventures and renowned companies like ASML, VDL, and DAF.
TBRM’s "talent factory" allows young professionals to grow quickly in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Here, innovation is constant—product design, process design, and machine design are developed in tandem. Marc’s philosophy is simple: “What is invented today can be tried tomorrow”—emphasizing the importance of learning and innovation.
