AceOn Group
AceOn Group is a UK-based battery technology manufacturer and energy storage specialist that designs custom battery packs and battery energy storage systems for defence, medical, maritime, automotive, utility and public-sector clients across the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2010
- HeadquartersTelford, United Kingdom
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What AceOn Group does
AceOn Group (legal entity AceOn Battery Solar Technology Ltd) is a privately held, family-run UK battery technology manufacturer and energy storage specialist founded in 2010 by the Thompson family and headquartered at a manufacturing facility in Telford, Shropshire, with a sales and technical office in Solihull and a regional presence in Kampala, Uganda. The company operates across two main lines: battery energy storage systems (BESS) for commercial, industrial and utility-scale deployment — including the modular Stack 1, iCON 100kW/215kWh cabinet, liquid-cooled eFLEX 344kWh and 836kWh cabinets, and eTRON 5MWh container — together with the proprietary COMMANDOS® energy management system and a portfolio of portable AceOn Li-on ESS units; and a custom battery pack manufacturing and distribution business spanning lithium-ion, NiMH, lithium polymer and lithium thionyl chloride chemistries for medical, defence, oil and gas, ATEX, automotive and industrial customers.
The business makes money primarily through project-based hardware sales of custom-designed battery packs and BESS installations, supplemented by recurring revenue from a UK social-housing partnership with OFGEM-regulated supplier Rebel Energy and direct-to-consumer e-commerce via shop.aceongroup.com, which distributes both AceOn-branded cells and major third-party brands (Duracell, Energizer, Panasonic, Samsung, Varta, Yuasa and others). Go-to-market combines direct enterprise and public-sector sales, an event-led presence at conferences such as COP29, Maritime Innovation Week and Futurebuild, government-supported export channels into Europe, Africa and the Middle East, and exclusive channel partnerships for the UK housing sector.
AceOn serves a diversified mix of enterprise and government customers including the UK Ministry of Defence, Leonardo, QinetiQ, BAE Systems, BT Group, United Utilities, Thames Water, Unipart Rail, Rolls-Royce, Cummins and Shropshire Council, and has used non-dilutive Innovate UK, UK Export Finance and Marches LEP grants (cumulative ~£7.6m) to fund marquee projects such as the £4.6m RESTORE hybrid hydrogen-battery maritime programme and a £1m mobile solar energy storage initiative in Ukraine, positioning the company at the intersection of defence, maritime decarbonisation, social housing and emerging sodium-ion chemistries.
AceOn Group firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AceOn Group
- Legal name
- AceOn Battery Solar Technology Ltd
- Website
- https://aceongroup.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2010
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- AceOn Group is a UK-based battery technology manufacturer and energy storage specialist that designs custom battery packs and battery energy storage systems for defence, medical, maritime, automotive, utility and public-sector clients across the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AceOn Group industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Battery Energy Storage Systems
- NAICS
- Battery Manufacturing (33591)
- SIC
- Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)
- akta.pro primary industry
- BESS OEMs (Containerized Systems, Racks, Turnkey Solutions) (EUAFAAAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB), Battery Pack Manufacturing & Module Assembly (EUAFABAI), Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Pack Electronics Manufacturing (EUAFABAJ), Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA)
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Where AceOn Group is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Telford
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
AceOn Group business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Battery Pack Manufacturing: Design and manufacture of bespoke battery packs for medical, defence, aerospace, renewable, automotive, oil and gas, and other industries. Revenue is generated through project-based custom battery design and production contracts, from prototype to full-scale manufacturing.
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Sale and deployment of battery energy storage systems ranging from 100kW to 5MW+ installations for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale grid and off-grid projects. Includes portable energy storage units.
- Public Sector Energy Partnerships: Partnership with Rebel Energy to deliver turnkey solar and battery storage solutions to social and affordable housing tenants, providing local authorities and housing associations with renewable technology packages that generate recurring revenue streams.
- Battery Distribution: Distribution of major global battery brands (Duracell, Energizer, Panasonic, Samsung, Varta, Yuasa, etc.) and AceOn-branded batteries through online shop and direct sales.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Custom Battery Pack Manufacturing - Project-based pricing |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Residential Energy Storage Partnership with Rebel Energy |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels10 records
AceOn Group product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AceOn Group designs, manufactures, and supplies battery energy storage systems (BESS) from 24kW modular units up to 5MWh utility-scale containers, portable energy storage units, and custom-engineered battery packs for defence, medical, aerospace, oil and gas, automotive, and renewable energy customers. The company also distributes major global battery brands (Duracell, Energizer, Panasonic, Varta, Yuasa, etc.) alongside its own AceOn-branded batteries via direct sales and an online storefront.
Product overview
AceOn Group operates as a UK-based manufacturer and supplier of advanced battery technology and energy storage solutions, organized into two primary divisions: Energy Storage Systems & Projects and Custom Battery Pack Manufacturing and Distribution. Their energy storage portfolio includes the Stack 1 BESS (24-60kW, 48-120kWh), iCON BESS (100kW, 215kWh), eFLEX BESS (344kWh and 836kWh liquid-cooled cabinets), and eTRON BESS (5MWh container) product lines for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications. For portable power, they offer the AceOn Li-on ESS PES series (2000W, 3600W) and Mobile80 (30kW, 80.6kWh). The company's proprietary COMMANDOS® energy management system enables monitoring and optimization of BESS installations. Their custom battery pack division designs and manufactures bespoke battery solutions for defence, medical, oil & gas, automotive, and ATEX environments, utilizing chemistries including lithium-ion (NMC, NCA, LTO), NiMH, lithium polymer, and lithium thionyl chloride. AceOn also distributes major global battery brands and offers engineering tools including battery sizing and microgrid solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AceOn Energy: Energy management and storage solutions division of AceOn Group
- AceOn®
- COMMANDOS®
- AceOn PES
- Stack 1 BESS
- iCON BESS
- eFLEX BESS
- eTRON BESS
Products and services
- Stack 1 BESS – 24-60kW 48-120kWh Modular System Modular battery energy storage system with 24-60kW power and 48-120kWh capacity, designed for scalable commercial and industrial deployments.
- iCON BESS – 100kW 215kWh All-in-One Cabinet All-in-one battery storage cabinet delivering 100kW power and 215kWh capacity for commercial energy storage applications.
- eFLEX BESS – 344kWh Liquid-Cooled Battery Storage Cabinet Liquid-cooled battery storage cabinet with 344kWh capacity designed for high-performance commercial and industrial energy storage applications.
- eFLEX BESS – 836kWh Liquid-Cooled Battery Storage Cabinet High-capacity liquid-cooled battery storage cabinet with 836kWh capacity for large-scale commercial and industrial energy storage.
- eTRON BESS – 5MWh Battery Energy Storage Container 5MWh battery energy storage system housed in a 20ft container, designed for utility-scale and grid-side energy storage applications.
- AceOn Li-on ESS PES 2000W Portable solar energy storage unit with 2000W output for mobile and off-grid power applications.
- AceOn Li-on ESS PES 3600W Higher-capacity portable energy storage unit with 3600W output for demanding mobile and off-grid power requirements.
- AceOn Li-onESS Mobile80 30kW 80.6kWh Mobile energy storage system with 30kW power and 80.6kWh capacity for portable and mobile energy storage applications.
- COMMANDOS® Energy Management System Proprietary energy management system that monitors, controls, and optimises battery energy storage operations across AceOn BESS installations.
- AceOn® Custom Battery Packs Bespoke battery pack design, assembly, and manufacturing services for medical, defence, aerospace, renewable energy, and other industrial applications, supporting lithium-ion (NMC, NCA, LTO), NiMH, lithium polymer, and lithium thionyl chloride chemistries.
- AceOn® Battery Distribution Distribution of major global battery brands including ARTS Energy, Duracell, Energizer, Enersys, GP Batteries, LG Chem, Panasonic, Saft, Samsung, Tadiran, Ultralife, Varta, and Yuasa, plus own-brand AceOn® batteries.
- Microgrids Off-grid and grid-constrained energy solutions combining battery storage, solar, and other renewable sources to deliver self-sufficient power systems.
- SMARTPOWER Maritime Energy System Hybrid renewable maritime energy system combining tidal and wave energy with swappable modular battery packs for zero-emission electric boat charging, demonstrated under the SMARTPOWER project with Taurus Engineering.
- RESTORE Hybrid Hydrogen/Battery Maritime Propulsion System Hybrid hydrogen and battery propulsion system retrofitted onto crew transfer vessels servicing offshore wind turbines, proven through sea trials in the North Sea and River Tyne under the £4.6m RESTORE project.
- Mobile Solar Energy Storage Unit (Sodium-Ion) Mobile solar energy storage unit built around sodium-ion battery cells for off-grid applications in sub-Saharan Africa and remote environments.
Quantifiable outcome
- Mobile energy storage can reduce marine power costs from £0.30-0.50/kWh (diesel) to below £0.20/kWh when deployed at scale
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Companies that use AceOn Group
Customer profileNamed customers11 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
AceOn Group technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
AceOn Group partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
25 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Ukraine Red CrossminorPartnership with Ukraine Red Cross as part of AceOn's energy resilience efforts in Ukraine, supporting communities with mobile solar energy storage units and second-life EV battery systems.
- Offshore Renewable Energy CatapultcoreKey consortium partner in the £4.6m RESTORE project for maritime decarbonisation. ORE Catapult contributed offshore renewable energy expertise to the hybrid hydrogen-battery propulsion system development for crew transfer vessels servicing offshore wind turbines.
- Newcastle UniversitycoreResearch partner providing the Princess Royal research vessel as a test platform for the RESTORE hybrid hydrogen-battery propulsion system. Sea trials conducted in the North Sea and River Tyne proved the concept's effectiveness.
- University of LiverpoolcoreResearch partner in the RESTORE project contributing marine engineering expertise, system validation and testing capabilities for the hybrid hydrogen-battery maritime propulsion system.
- Liverpool John Moores UniversityminorAcademic partner in the RESTORE maritime project providing marine engineering research and system validation expertise.
- Taurus EngineeringcoreLead partner in the SMARTPOWER project for clean maritime power systems. Taurus Engineering handled vessel fabrication, energy pontoon development and deployment trials, with AceOn providing battery integration and overall power architecture.
- UK Battery Industrialisation CentreminorMD Jeff Pratt of UK BIC visited AceOn's headquarters and Telford College to see the battery energy storage training centre, representing collaboration between industry and national battery development initiatives.
- Faraday Battery Challenge / UK GovernmentcoreAceOn participates in the Faraday Battery Challenge as a member of the advisory board, driving innovation in new battery technologies including sodium-ion. Government representatives from the Faraday Battery Challenge visited AceOn's facilities to review pioneering green technology.
- AMTE PowercoreAceOn placed the first order for AMTE Power's next-generation sodium-ion cells developed through their partnership with Faradion. AceOn became AMTE's first customer to successfully commercialise sodium-ion battery technology in products including the AceOnPES portable energy storage unit.
- Rebel EnergycoreExclusive partnership with OFGEM-regulated challenger energy supplier Rebel Energy to deliver solar panels and battery storage systems to social and affordable housing tenants. AceOn provides and installs the renewable technology while Rebel Energy supplies smart meters and billing services, targeting fuel poverty reduction.
- Telford CollegecorePartnership with Telford College to support a pioneering battery energy storage training centre for upskilling local electricians, technicians, and engineers. AceOn supported the development of accredited LCL Awards courses in battery energy storage technology, addressing the skills gap in the renewable energy sector.
- GTEC (Training Company)minorTraining company partnered with Telford College to deliver battery energy storage courses, with AceOn providing industry expertise and support for the curriculum development.
- Faradion (Sheffield)coreAceOn partnered with Sheffield-based Faradion to use their patented sodium-ion battery technology in mobile solar energy storage units. Faradion's sodium-ion cells were integrated into AceOn's portable energy storage products for applications in sub-Saharan Africa and remote off-grid environments.
- University of WolverhamptoncoreAcademic partner in the Innovate UK Energy Catalyst 8 Fund mobile solar energy storage project. The university contributed research expertise to the development of sodium-ion battery applications for off-grid energy storage.
- Nevadic Limited (Nigeria)minorNigeria-based partner in the international consortium developing and deploying mobile solar energy storage units in sub-Saharan Africa, providing local market knowledge and distribution capabilities.
- BMZ GroupminorPartnership with BMZ Group to provide the UK market with battery energy storage distribution, expanding AceOn's product availability through BMZ's established distribution network.
- APSE EnergycoreAceOn is the Approved Partner for residential energy storage for APSE Energy, providing preferential access to UK local authority procurement for energy storage solutions.
- National Housing FederationcoreApproved Sector Supplier for the National Housing Federation, enabling AceOn to supply battery energy storage solutions to housing associations across the UK social housing sector.
- National 2050 Maritime Innovation Hub at Port of TynecoreKey partner in hosting Maritime Innovation Week 2025, bringing together maritime leaders and innovators across the UK and international maritime ecosystem to accelerate clean maritime technology adoption.
- BTminorCo-host of Maritime Innovation Week 2025 at BT Tower in London, supporting the UK's maritime innovation and clean growth agenda.
- Hitachi EuropeminorPartner in Maritime Innovation Week 2025, contributing to discussions on digital transformation and clean growth in the maritime sector.
- Department for TransportcoreGovernment partner funding the RESTORE project (£4.6m grant) and Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC3), supporting AceOn's maritime decarbonisation initiatives through UK SHORE programme (£206m initiative).
- Buttimer EngineeringminorEngineering partner in Maritime Innovation Week 2025, with Managing Director Fergal Buttimer presenting the Outstanding Engineering Innovation Award to AceOn Group.
- Connected Places CatapultminorPartner in Maritime Innovation Week 2025, supporting innovation showcases and industry collaboration for clean maritime technology deployment.
- Meterboost (Portugal)minorPortuguese solar technology manufacturer that awarded new contracts to AceOn for the supply of batteries, expanding AceOn's presence in the European market.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
AceOn Group competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Powervault: UK-based manufacturer of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems for commercial, industrial, and residential customers. Directly competes with AceOn's iCON and Stack 1 product lines in the UK SME and commercial BESS market.
- Moixa Energy: UK BESS and smart battery manufacturer targeting homes, businesses, and grid services. Comparable to AceOn's smaller-scale BESS units and competing for similar UK commercial and social housing channels.
- Steatite (Batteries division): UK manufacturer of custom and standard battery packs, including ATEX-certified and lithium-ion packs for defence, medical, and industrial OEMs. Closely comparable to AceOn's Custom Battery Pack division in customer base and chemistries.
- Harmony Energy: UK-based developer and operator of utility-scale battery energy storage projects. Comparable to AceOn's utility-scale eTRON 5MWh BESS offering and shared focus on UK grid services.
- Accutronics: UK-based designer and manufacturer of custom rechargeable battery packs and chargers for medical, industrial, and defence applications. Comparable to AceOn's Custom Battery Pack division in chemistry breadth and customer verticals.
- Zenobe Energy: UK battery storage developer and operator serving utilities, transport, and commercial customers with grid-scale BESS. Overlaps with AceOn's commercial/utility BESS portfolio and competes for UK grid flexibility contracts.
Broad incumbents
- Saft (TotalEnergies): Global French battery manufacturer (now part of TotalEnergies) producing lithium-ion cells, packs, and large-scale BESS for defence, space, industrial, and grid applications. Overlaps with AceOn's custom pack and BESS divisions but at much larger scale.
- Fluence Energy: Global BESS OEM (joint venture between Siemens and AES) supplying containerised storage systems to utilities and large commercial customers. Competes with AceOn's eTRON and eFLEX product lines at the utility scale.
- BYD Energy Storage: Global Chinese battery and BESS manufacturer supplying containerised energy storage and C&I battery systems worldwide. Competes with AceOn's utility-scale eTRON and commercial BESS at the high-volume end of the market.
Emerging players
- AMTE Power: UK-based sodium-ion and lithium-ion cell manufacturer whose cells AceOn integrated into its first commercial sodium-ion portable storage unit. A technology partner and partial competitor as AMTE pushes downstream into packs and BESS.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance5 records
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Profiles3 records
AceOn Group funding detail
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Funding rounds4 records
Investors2 records
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Frequently asked questions about AceOn Group
What does AceOn Group do?
AceOn Group designs, manufactures, and supplies battery energy storage systems (BESS) from 24kW modular units up to 5MWh utility-scale containers, portable energy storage units, and custom-engineered battery packs for defence, medical, aerospace, oil and gas, automotive, and renewable energy customers. The company also distributes major global battery brands (Duracell, Energizer, Panasonic, Varta, Yuasa, etc.) alongside its own AceOn-branded batteries via direct sales and an online storefront.
Is AceOn Group a public or private company?
AceOn Group is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was AceOn Group founded?
AceOn Group was founded in 2010. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is AceOn Group based?
AceOn Group is headquartered in Telford, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does AceOn Group make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Custom Battery Pack Manufacturing is the primary driver. The others are battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), public Sector Energy Partnerships and battery Distribution.
Who are AceOn Group's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Powervault, Moixa Energy, Steatite (Batteries division), Harmony Energy, Accutronics and Zenobe Energy. Broad incumbents are Saft (TotalEnergies), Fluence Energy and BYD Energy Storage. AMTE Power is listed as an emerging player.
Does AceOn Group have an API?
No public API is recorded for AceOn Group.
What industry is AceOn Group in?
AceOn Group's product category is Battery Energy Storage Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAFAAAC, BESS OEMs (Containerized Systems, Racks, Turnkey Solutions), with a secondary code of IMAGAHAB, Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly). Its NAICS code is 33591 and its SIC code is 3600.