Tespack

What Tespack does

Tespack is a Finnish technology company founded in 2015 in Espoo, Finland, that designs and sells smart mobile micro-grid systems for off-grid and remote markets. Its flagship product, the Smart Solar Media System (SSM), integrates six modular 20,000mAh batteries (120,000mAh total), an 80W foldable solar panel, an integrated projector with speakers, and the proprietary NIKOLA AI-based Smart Energy Platform with IoT telemetry. Output is adjustable at 5V, 12V, 16V, and 19V without external converters, enabling the system to power phones, laptops, and projectors from a backpack-portable unit, and is positioned against conventional solar generators by combining hardware and software in a single deployment-ready package.

The company generates revenue primarily through B2B/B2G hardware sales to NGOs, governments, and humanitarian agencies, with tiered package pricing (Premium €3,200/unit and Basic €2,750/unit, with volume discounts down to €2,450 at 50 units) and individual component sales (solar panels €151.90, power banks €89, projectors €560). Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales, partnership-led procurement (e.g., World Vision, Save the Children, Plan International, UNDP, Government of Zambia), a consumer distribution partnership with World Reach Co in Japan, and digital pre-orders via the company website with logistics through UPS, FedEx, and DHL. Customers include World Vision Uganda, Save the Children Sudan, Austrian Space Forum, UNDP Colombia, Solidaridad Network, and the Government of Zambia.

Operations cover 28+ countries across Africa, Asia, and South America, with R&D centers in Finland, Bangladesh, India, and Hong Kong, and support offices referenced in Sweden and Kenya. Awards and recognitions include Forbes 30 Under 30 (Disruptors in Tech, 2018), NATO Energy Security Centre of Excellence Top Energy Companies (2018), UNDP Digital X Solution (2022), and Mastercard Lighthouse MASSIV (2023). The most recent strategic moves are a January 2024 partnership with the Government of Zambia to establish a local manufacturing hub for 800+ schools and a February 2024 NVIDIA Inception membership to deepen on-device AI integration. Total disclosed funding over nine years is approximately $1.08M from Startupbootcamp, Arkley, Betatron, and undisclosed investors.

Name

Tespack

Legal name

Tespack

Website

https://tespack.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tespack is a Finnish technology company that builds smart mobile micro-grid systems combining modular batteries, solar panels, and AI energy management. It serves NGOs, governments, and humanitarian agencies operating in remote markets across Africa, Asia, and South America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Micro-grid Systems

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Electric Power Generation (22111)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Motors & Generators (3621)

akta.pro primary industry

Hybrid Microgrids (Solar+Storage+Gen, Multi-Resource) (EUACALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

DERMS & Microgrid Control Software (EMS/SCADA/DERMS) (EUAMAJAG), Power Electronics for Renewable & Grid-Tied Applications (Solar inverters, wind converters, grid-tie interfaces) (IMAGADAJ), Resilience & Backup Power Solutions (Critical Facilities, Islanding) (EUAMAJAK)

Keywords

• Mobile micro grids
• Solar power systems
• Portable battery solutions
• Off-grid energy products
• Smart energy management

Headquarters

HQ city

Espoo

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Smart Solar Media System Sales: Sale of complete SSM systems including Premium Package (€3,200/unit) and Basic Package (€2,750/unit) with volume discounts available for bulk orders. Systems include modular batteries, solar panels, projector, speakers, and accessories.
2. Individual Accessories & Components: Sale of individual components including solar panels (€151.90), power banks (€89), projectors, speakers, cables, and laptop connectors. Volume pricing available for 30+ units.
3. Manufacturing Hub Licensing: Partnership with Government of Zambia to establish local manufacturing facility for Smart Micro Grid Systems, potentially generating licensing and technology transfer revenue.
4. Enterprise/NGO Supply Contracts: Large-scale supply contracts with organizations like World Vision, Plan International, Save the Children for deployment across multiple countries and programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tespack designs and manufactures modular Smart Mobile Micro Grid systems that combine portable solar panels, modular lithium battery packs, and integrated AV components (projector and speakers) into a single deployable kit for off-grid power and connectivity. The hardware is bundled with its proprietary "Nikola" AI-driven smart energy management software and IoT-based Smart Energy Platform for remote monitoring, predictive power management, and GPS-based asset tracking. Customers are primarily NGOs, governments, and field operators serving communities, schools, and remote workforces without reliable grid electricity.

Product overview

Tespack provides a modular mobile energy ecosystem centered around the Smart Solar Media System (SSM) and Smart Mobile Micro Grid. The core offering combines hardware (modular batteries, solar panels, projectors, speakers) with the Nikola AI energy management platform and Smart Energy Platform software for IoT tracking. Products range from complete turnkey packages (€2,750-€3,200) to individual modular components. The system is designed to bring power, internet access, and digital education to remote areas without existing infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smart Solar Media System (SSM) An all-in-one portable kit that combines a portable solar panel, modular battery, integrated projector, and speakers to deliver off-grid power and AV capability. Designed for NGOs, governments, and schools deploying education, training, or community programs in locations without reliable electricity.
• Smart Mobile Micro Grid Modular portable micro-grid system based on stackable battery modules and compatible solar input, intended for off-grid power generation and storage. Targeted at institutional and field-deployment customers who need scalable, transportable power.
• Modular Battery System Standalone stackable lithium battery modules that form the storage backbone of Tespack's micro-grid systems and can be combined to scale capacity. Sold to institutional and consumer customers building or expanding an off-grid power setup.
• 80W Portable Solar Panel A portable 80-watt solar panel designed to charge Tespack's modular battery units and micro-grid systems in remote locations. Sold as part of kits or as a standalone accessory for field deployments and consumer off-grid use.
• Nikola AI / Smart Energy Management System Proprietary AI-driven energy management software ("Nikola") that optimizes power usage, predicts consumption, and enables remote monitoring of Tespack micro-grid deployments. Sold/bundled with Tespack hardware for institutional customers managing distributed off-grid assets.
• Smart Energy Platform IoT-based cloud platform that provides remote monitoring, GPS tracking, usage analytics, and safety features for deployed Tespack hardware fleets. Used by institutional customers to manage distributed off-grid assets.
• SSM Premium Package Premium bundle of the Smart Solar Media System that includes higher-capacity battery modules and additional accessories for larger or longer-duration deployments. Targeted at institutional customers needing extended runtime.
• SSM Basic Package Entry-level bundle of the Smart Solar Media System providing the core solar-plus-battery-plus-AV combination at a lower capacity point. Suited to smaller deployments and entry institutional or consumer buyers.
• Starter Energy Kit Entry-level kit combining a basic solar panel and modular battery unit to introduce customers to Tespack's modular off-grid ecosystem. Positioned as an accessible starter package for new users.

Quantifiable outcome

• Schools can save up to €80K compared to traditional electricity grid installation (SSM system costs around €2K)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• NVIDIAflagshipTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2024Joining NVIDIA Inception program for startups. Access to GPU technology, free courses through NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute, unlimited developer forum access, and priority access to GPUs and architecture engineers for product enhancement.
• Save the Children FinlandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership to pilot SSM system in Eastern and Southern Africa, specifically Somalia, Sudan, and Zambia. Focused on child protection and humanitarian projects in challenging learning environments.
• Government of ZambiaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Establishing state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to produce Smart Micro Grid Systems for 800+ schools in Zambia. Catalyzes employment and comprehensive development.
• EEP AfricaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Support partner for Zambia manufacturing hub and school electrification initiative.
• Accelerated Growth of SMEsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Support partner for Zambia manufacturing hub initiative.
• Embassy of Finland in ZambiaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Support partner for Zambia manufacturing hub and school electrification initiative.
• Mastercard LighthouseflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2023Selected to join Mastercard Lighthouse MASSIV Partnership Programme focused on sustainability and UN SDGs. Provides access to corporate partners like Disney, Amazon, Mastercard, and UNDP advisory board support.
• Alan Greenberg (Advisor)coreOthers · 1 June 2023Former Director of Apple Education joins as advisor. Brings expertise in education technology and potential for new partnerships.
• World VisioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2023Partnership with World Vision to provide sustainable energy solutions for refugee camps and community engagement. SSM system deployed in Uganda (Adjumani) since April 2023, reaching approximately 85 individuals weekly. Also active in Kenya, Rwanda, Zambia, and Somalia.
• Zenega FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership under BadmintONEarth project bringing digital education and solar energy to DR Congo.
• UNDP ColombiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2022First South American project supporting UNDP Colombia's work in reconciliation, peace-building, and access to justice. SSM systems deployed in Nariño department municipalities of El Charco and Tumaco.
• ASEAD (Academy of Sciences and Engineering for Africa Development)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2022ASEAD utilizes Tespack's SSM system for educational activities in rural DR Congo since mid-2022. Part of ECO-School project turning rural schools into smart digital schools in Maluku region.
• TEDx NyarugengeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Partnership to bring TEDx content to rural Rwanda areas where there is no access to digital education due to energy shortage.
• World Reach Co (Japan)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022Distribution partnership in Japan. World Reach Co distributes Tespack products including Smart Solar Smartpacks and power banks across Japan.
• Solidaridad NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2021Partnership since 2021 to support local farmers in Zambia and Mozambique with better access to farming information. Approximately 22,000 farmers reached in Mozambique through soy program.
• Finland-Somalia Association / IOMcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Collaboration supporting mobile health clinics in Somalia providing maternal health services. Mobile unit targets 3,300 pregnant women and 8,100 children.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• d.light: d.light designs and distributes affordable solar lanterns, solar home systems, and PAYGO pay-as-you-go energy solutions for off-grid households across East Africa and India. It is a direct competitor to Tespack in delivering solar-powered energy access to low-income, off-grid end users via NGOs and distributors.
• M-KOPA: M-KOPA is the largest PAYGO solar home system operator in Africa, financing smartphones, solar lighting, and TVs to off-grid customers via daily mobile micropayments. It competes most directly with Tespack on the African end of the off-grid solar + smart device axis, and overlaps in serving NGO and development-funded distribution programs.
• Sun King (formerly Greenlight Planet): Sun King (Greenlight Planet) sells solar lanterns, home systems, and PAYGO clean energy products across Africa and Asia via a direct-to-consumer and partner channel model. It targets the same off-grid energy customer base as Tespack with comparable hardware-plus-financing offerings and overlapping NGO distribution.
• BBOXX: BBOXX is a UK-headquartered PAYGO solar provider deploying solar home systems and connected batteries across East and West Africa. Like Tespack it serves off-grid households with IoT-instrumented hardware, and it competes for similar development-financed and institutional procurement deals in target African markets.
• Zola Electric (formerly Off Grid Electric): Zola Electric offers distributed solar-plus-storage systems and microgrid-in-a-box products for homes and businesses in Tanzania and other African markets. It is a direct competitor in the solar+storage microgrid category Tespack targets, with comparable focus on connectivity and remote management.
• BioLite: BioLite designs off-grid energy products (thermoelectric cookstoves, solar home systems, portable lights) for household and outdoor use in emerging markets and developed-market outdoor recreation. It is comparable to Tespack in the off-grid energy + emerging-market humanitarian use cases and in bundled hardware-plus-data product philosophy.
• Goal Zero: Goal Zero (a NRG Energy company) sells portable solar panels, power stations, and integrated power banks for outdoor and emergency-response use. Its portable power station category overlaps directly with Tespack's Smart Mobile Micro Grid modular batteries and solar panel products.

Emerging players

• EcoFlow: EcoFlow produces high-capacity portable power stations, solar panels, and modular batteries targeted at consumer and prosumer markets. While primarily a consumer/REI player, its modular power station architecture and battery expansion systems directly overlap with Tespack's core Smart Mobile Micro Grid product line.
• Jackery: Jackery makes portable lithium power stations and foldable solar panels sold through consumer retail and online channels globally. It competes with Tespack in the modular portable power category, though focused on outdoor/consumer rather than humanitarian/development deployments.

Broad incumbents

• Sonnen: Sonnen (owned by Shell) manufactures residential solar battery storage systems and energy management software for household and prosumer markets globally. It is comparable as a broader incumbent in distributed solar+storage hardware with proprietary EMS software, though focused on grid-tied residential rather than off-grid humanitarian buyers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors5 records

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M&A

Investments

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