As the year settles into reflection, it’s only natural to pause and look back on a year that asked more of us—and gave even more in return. This wasn’t just a year of busy calendars and growing to-do lists; it was a year of real momentum, meaningful progress, and shared purpose. One where ideas turned into products, collaborations grew into long-term partnerships, and our team continued to show up with curiosity, care, and commitment.

Throughout the year, we saw our work reach further than ever before. We expanded our reach, partnering with clients across continents and industries, helped bring ambitious digital products to life, and expanded our presence in markets that continue to challenge and inspire us. Along the way, our efforts were recognised by leading industry platforms—affirming not just the quality of what we build, but the way we built it.

Yet, beyond the awards, projects, and milestones, 2025 was also shaped by moments that don’t always show up on a roadmap. Moments of collaboration, celebration, problem-solving, and connection—within our teams and with the people who trusted us with their ideas. These experiences reminded us that great digital products are built by people first.

In this recap, we’re looking back on the highlights that defined our 2025—from the recognition we earned and the clients we partnered with, to the culture and community that continue to power everything we do.

Awards & Recognition: Proof of Consistent Excellence

Awards matter-not because of the trophies themselves, but because they reflect sustained performance, client satisfaction, and real results. In 2025, Lizard Global was recognised across multiple global platforms, reinforcing our position as a trusted software development partner.

Clutch: Global & Regional Leadership

Clutch continued to recognise Lizard Global as a top-performing development company worldwide. In total, we earned 4 major awards and 88 Top Company distinctions, including:

Major Clutch Awards (2025):

• Clutch Fall Award 2025
• Clutch 1000 2025
• Clutch Global Fall 2025
• Top Company JavaScript Developers 2025

Notable Clutch Top Company Awards:

• Top Web Developers – Amsterdam 2025
• Top Web Developers – Kuala Lumpur 2025
• Top Web Developers – Real Estate Belgium 2025
• Top Software Developers – Malaysia 2025
• Top App Development Company – Real Estate 2025
• Top App Development Company – Education 2025
• Top App Development Company – Southeast Asia 2025
• Top App Development Company – Europe 2025
• Top App Development Company – Malaysia 2025
• Top App Development Company – Real Estate Indonesia
• Top App Development Company – Amsterdam 2025
• Top App Development Company – Brussels 2025

These recognitions reflect not just technical expertise, but our ability to deliver consistently across regions and industries.

The Manifest: Most Reviewed, Most Trusted

On The Manifest, Lizard Global earned 23 “Most Reviewed” awards, highlighting the trust our clients place in us and the results we deliver.

Key Awards Worth Mentioning:

• App Development Company – Netherlands
• Software Developers – Netherlands
• Web Developers – Netherlands
• Software Developers – Amsterdam
• App Development Company – Amsterdam
• Software Developers – Sydney
• Web Developers – Sydney
• App Development Company – Sydney
• Web Developers – Amsterdam
• React Developers – Netherlands
• iPhone App Development Company – Netherlands
• Digital Design Company – Malaysia
• Digital Design Company – Amsterdam
• E-Commerce Developers – Netherlands
• Web Developers – Vietnam

Client feedback has always been one of our strongest indicators of success-and this recognition reinforces that.

Mobile App Daily, TechBehemoths & TechReviewer

Additional industry recognition came from other respected platforms:

• Top Custom Software Development Company
• Top eCommerce App Development Company
• Top eCommerce Web Development Company
• Top FinTech App Development Company
• Top Mobile App Development Company – Malaysia
• Top Mobile App Development Company – Indonesia
• Top Mobile App Development Company – Netherlands
• Top UI/UX Design Company
• Top MVP Development Company

TechBehemoths:

• Top Custom Software Development
• Mobile App Development
• ReactJS

• Top Software Developers 2025

Together, these awards reinforce our commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term partnerships.

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Our Clients in 2025: A Year Defined by 30+ Meaningful Partnerships

If the awards validated our expertise, our clients defined our 2025. This year, we had the privilege of working with over 30 clients across 10+ countries, spanning industries from fintech and healthcare to education, real estate, logistics, and AI.

Each month brought new challenges, fresh perspectives, and opportunities to create real impact through technology.

From early-stage prototypes and workshops to full-scale design and development projects, this year wasn’t just about volume - it was about building long-term partnerships, solving complex problems, and delivering digital products that truly matter.

What follows is a look at the clients and projects that shaped our journey throughout 2025.

Starting the Year with Purpose

• Stichting OPP (Netherlands)
  • Design & Development A platform designed to support parents navigating complex child behavioural challenges through trust, empathy, and shared experiences.
• ChatLicense (Netherlands)
  • Development A gamified children’s education platform. We modernised the backend, improved onboarding, introduced a freemium model, and enhanced engagement through rewards and scoring systems.

• Tactlink (Malaysia)
  • Design & Development A digital business card and directory app supporting modern networking and digital transformation.

• MUSTR (Australia)
  • Product Development A fintech-driven platform enabling shared ownership in horse racing, making the sport more accessible and community-driven.

Scaling Marketplaces and Health Innovation

• MESH (Venezuela)
  • Design & Development A B2B seafood marketplace addressing fragmented logistics, pricing transparency, and secure high-value transactions.

• SOPB Avantsar (Malaysia)
  • Design & Development An evidence-based cognitive training app for older individuals, combining healthcare and education through intuitive design.

Property, Lifestyle, and Cross-Continental Platforms

• VanHuyse / Huisdossier (Netherlands)
  • Partnership Project A digital house passport helping property owners store, manage, and increase the value of their homes through structured data.

• Goalie App (Australia)
  • Design & Development A lifestyle and personal development app that rewards users for achieving self-improvement goals.

• Homes in Asia (Netherlands / Asia)
  • Website to PWA A multilingual, premium real estate platform connecting European buyers to Asian property markets through multilingual content, lead capture, and localized engagement tools.

AI, Wellbeing, Logistics and Internal Platforms

• ZENO AI (UK / Thailand)

  • Workshop & Proof of Concept An AI-powered mental health companion offering conversational therapy, journaling, emotional tracking, and personalized guidance to support emotional resilience.

• MRT Corp Intranet (Malaysia)

  • Design & Development A modern intranet redesign with CMS, collaboration tools, Google Workspace integration, and employee-focused features aligned with MRT Corp’s brand evolution.

Education, Deep Tech and Engineering Innovation

• Parexus Sentry (Malaysia)
  • UI/UX & Development An AI-powered asset inspection system leveraging computer vision and optimisation for engineering applications.

• Lumina Circle (Malaysia)
  • Design & Development A responsive web platform supporting women’s personal growth through structured educational content.

• TransitionHERO – (Netherlands) A React Flow–based PoC exploring modern diagramming tools for engineering workflows.

Maritime Systems, Quality Management, And Long-Term Partnership

• Navio Techniek B.V. (Netherlands)
  • Design & Development A Quality Management System for maritime and shipbuilding projects, tailored for ISO 9001 compliance.
• MESH
  • Design & Development A B2B seafood marketplace streamlining trade through centralized listings, logistics management, secure payments, and improved transparency.

Sustainability and Expansion

• FoodToo (Singapore)
  • Design & Development A food waste–reduction platform scaling its MVP with new features, payment upgrades, and merchant separation.
• UpYourself (Netherlands) Design & Development A privacy-first platform enabling structured soft-skill development for schools.

Strategic Workshops & Others

• Algold – VELTO SuperApp
  • Workshops (Malaysia / China)
• ITL
  • Workshops (Netherlands)
• RE2 – International Computer School (Malaysia)
  • Workshops & Design PoC

• IVP

  • Workshops & Project Management

• Zeno AI
  • Workshop, POC, App & Website Development
• Privatio
  • Workshops (Netherlands)
• Rideo
  • Workshop (Australia)
• MyVax
  • Prototype
• BuzzBoost Nederland (redevelopment)

From early-stage prototypes to enterprise-grade systems, 2025 was a year of variety and depth. What connected every project was trust - clients trusting us not just to build software, but to think alongside them, challenge assumptions, and create products that last.

Team Events & Culture: The People Behind the Progress

Behind every milestone in 2025 was a team that showed up - not just to deliver, but to grow together.

Throughout the year, monthly celebrations became a rhythm for reflection. We shared project wins, discussed challenges openly, and celebrated progress - reinforcing a culture where transparency and learning matter just as much as outcomes.

We stepped away from screens during bowling nights, where friendly competition, creative outfits, and shared laughter reminded us that teamwork extends beyond the office. Halloween celebrations brought out a different side of creativity, complete with costumes, games, and good food - moments that strengthened connections across teams.

The highlight for many was our team building retreat at Lereng Tanah. With great food, team activities, swimming, and time to simply slow down together, it was a chance to reset, reconnect, and appreciate the people behind the work. These moments matter - they’re where trust deepens and culture truly takes shape.

Looking Ahead: From a Remarkable 2025 to an Even Stronger 2026

2025 was a year we’re proud of - not just for what we built, but for how we built it. As we look toward 2026, we carry forward the lessons, relationships, and momentum gained this year.

Lizard Global continues to support clients through digital transformation, custom software development, mobile app development, web app development, UI/UX design, workshops, MVP development, AI solutions, and long-term product partnerships.

To our clients, partners, and team: thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to building with purpose, growing together, and making 2026 even more impactful.