What Kreisel Electric does

Kreisel Electric GmbH is an Austrian battery technology company founded in 2014 by brothers Philipp, Johann, and Markus Kreisel and majority-owned by John Deere since 2021. The company designs and manufactures high-voltage NMC lithium-ion battery systems built around a patented immersion cooling architecture that achieves sub-1°C temperature spread across modules and extends cycle life by up to 20%. Its product portfolio includes the KBP63 (63 kWh) and KBE family (24–60 kWh) modular battery packs with operating voltages up to 800V and scalable configurations to 1 MWh, the CHIMERO 180/240 battery-buffered DC fast chargers with up to 240 kW output and the Power Sharing 480 upgrade delivering up to 480 kW, and the KREISEL Cloud management platform supporting OCPP 2.0.1, OCPI, and Modbus integrations.

Kreisel sells primarily into three verticals: off-highway equipment manufacturers (John Deere tractors, excavators and sprayers, plus Wirtgen Group brands Vögele pavers and HAMM rollers), marine vessel builders (Candela P-12 hydrofoil ferry, E1 Series RaceBird powerboats, Evoy and X Shore electric boats), and EV charging infrastructure operators (Allego across 16+ European countries, ORLEN Austria, Hornbach retail locations). The company holds DNV marine certification, ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications, and a 79% battery recyclability rate achieved through a partnership with BASF for closed-loop European recycling.

The business model is hardware-centric enterprise B2B: quote-based pricing on multi-year supply contracts with OEMs, direct sales for charging infrastructure deployments, and channel distribution through John Deere's global dealer network. Kreisel operates a headquarters and R&D center in Rainbach im Mühlkreis, Austria, with complementary production sites in Saran, France and Kernersville, USA, and over 200 employees as of 2025. Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Kreisel Electric

Legal name

KREISEL Electric GmbH

Website

https://kreiselelectric.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kreisel Electric is an Austrian battery technology company, majority-owned by John Deere, that designs immersion-cooled high-voltage NMC battery systems and battery-buffered DC fast chargers for off-highway equipment OEMs, marine vessel builders, and EV charging infrastructure operators across Europe and North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Battery Systems and Charging Infrastructure

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Batteries & 12V/Low-Voltage Energy Storage Manufacturing (IMACAJAJ), Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Pack Electronics Manufacturing (EUAFABAJ), Battery Thermal Management & HV Cooling System Service (TLAKAMAC)

Keywords

• High-voltage battery systems
• Immersion cooling technology
• Lithium-ion NMC batteries
• Battery-buffered DC chargers
• Off-highway electrification

Headquarters

HQ city

Osterreinen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 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. Battery System Sales: Sale of high-voltage NMC battery systems (KBP63, KBE.24.450S, KBE.39.750S/C, KBE.59.750M) to OEM manufacturers for integration into off-highway equipment, marine vessels, and specialty vehicles. Revenue generated through direct B2B sales agreements with equipment manufacturers and supply contracts. As a subsidiary of John Deere, batteries are integrated into Deere products and distributed through their global dealer network.
2. CHIMERO Charging Solutions: Sale and deployment of battery-integrated DC fast charging stations (CHIMERO 180, CHIMERO 240, Power Sharing 480) for charging infrastructure operators. Revenue includes hardware sales, installation services, and ongoing support contracts. Partnerships with Allego for European deployment and ORLEN Austria for retail locations.
3. Technology Licensing & R&D Services: Custom battery development, integration engineering, and technology licensing for specialized applications. In-house R&D center provides product verification, validation, and testing services for customer-specific requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kreisel Electric designs and manufactures high-voltage NMC lithium-ion battery systems featuring patented immersion cooling technology for off-highway equipment (construction, agriculture), marine vessels, and specialty vehicles. The company also produces battery-buffered DC fast charging stations under the CHIMERO brand, enabling high-power EV charging with limited grid infrastructure. All products share a modular, scalable architecture and are integrated into OEM partner products.

Product overview

Kreisel Electric offers a portfolio of modular high-voltage NMC lithium-ion battery systems and battery-buffered DC fast charging solutions. The battery portfolio includes the KBP63 versatile system, KBE.24.450S compact system, KBE.39.750S/C flexible systems (cubic and elongated variants), and KBE.59.750M/KBE.60.400M essential systems, all utilizing patented immersion cooling technology. The CHIMERO charging line comprises CHIMERO 180 and CHIMERO 240 high-power chargers with integrated battery storage, expandable to 480 kW via Power Sharing feature. All products share the company's core immersion cooling technology and are supported by KREISEL Cloud for monitoring and management. The portfolio targets off-highway (construction, agriculture), marine, and charging infrastructure applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KBP63 Battery System High-voltage NMC lithium-ion battery system with 63 kWh nominal energy, 400V operating voltage (306V-407V), IP67 certification, and modular scalability up to 16 packs for 800V configurations. Designed for transport, off-highway, and marine applications.
• KBE.24.450S Battery System Compact high-voltage battery system with 24 kWh nominal energy, 335V-444V operating range, peak discharge of 92 kW and continuous charge of 16 kW. Dimensions 885 x 509 x 225 mm, weight 160 kg. Designed for space-constrained HV applications.
• KBE.39.750S Battery System Long-format flexible high-voltage battery system with 39 kWh nominal energy, 558V-743V operating range, peak discharge 154 kW and continuous charge 26 kW. Dimensions 1356 x 509 x 225 mm, weight 238 kg. Designed for HV applications across multiple industries.
• KBE.39.750C Battery System Cubic-format variant of the KBE.39.750S with 39 kWh nominal energy and the same electrical specifications but in a different form factor for varied installation requirements.
• KBE.59.750M Battery System Essential versatile high-voltage battery system with 59 kWh nominal energy, 558V-740V operating range, peak discharge 231 kW and continuous charge 40 kW. Dimensions 1076 x 666 x 348 mm, weight 345 kg. Designed for diverse HV applications including large off-highway equipment.
• KBE.60.400M Battery System High-voltage battery system variant with 60 kWh nominal energy, 285V-378V operating range, peak discharge 234 kW, continuous charge 41 kW. Designed for essential versatile HV applications.
• CHIMERO 180 High Power Charger Battery-buffered DC fast charging station delivering up to 180 kW charging power with integrated 115 kWh battery storage. Enables high-power charging with grid connections as low as 10 kW via intelligent load management and dynamic battery support.
• CHIMERO 240 High Power Charger Battery-buffered DC fast charging station delivering up to 240 kW charging power with integrated battery storage. Base unit for Power Sharing 480, can operate with grid connections starting from 10 kW and features plug-and-play installation without transformer station requirements.
• Power Sharing 480 Charger System Intelligent DC-coupled system combining two CHIMERO 240 units for up to 480 kW charging capacity with 230 kWh integrated battery storage. Reduces grid connection requirements while providing 4 charging points for optimized throughput. Targeted at charge point operators, retail locations, and fleet operators.
• KREISEL Cloud Platform Backend and monitoring platform for CHIMERO charger management. Includes configuration tools for Charge Point Operators (CPOs), OCPP 2.0.1 and OCPI integration, EMSP connections, monitoring, maintenance, and firmware updates.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 20% battery lifetime extension through immersion cooling technology
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

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

• Joseph Vögele AGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2026Vögele, part of the Wirtgen Group (100% John Deere), integrates Kreisel battery technology into the SUPER 1300-5e fully electric road paver. The partnership advances sustainable road construction with emissions-free equipment for urban and sensitive environments.
• HAMMcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2026HAMM, part of the Wirtgen Group, integrates Kreisel's 400V 63 kWh lithium-ion battery into the HX 70e electric tandem roller for sustainable road construction. The partnership supports CO₂ reduction goals in the construction industry.
• CandelacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2025Kreisel supplies battery packs for Candela's P-12 hydrofoil electric ferry. Originally designed with four battery packs, the ferry now uses six, demonstrating technology scalability. The partnership emphasizes Kreisel's DNV-certified safety standards and immersion cooling for passenger vessel applications.
• AllegocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2025Strategic partnership to deploy battery-integrated CHIMERO high-power chargers across Allego's European charging network. The partnership enables ultra-fast EV charging at locations constrained by limited grid capacity. Planned deployment of next chargers in Q3 2025 with expansion across Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and key European markets through 2026.
• BASFcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 November 2024Kreisel partners with BASF to establish a closed-loop battery recycling system in Europe. The partnership supports Kreisel's 79% recyclability rate (exceeding EU requirements) through hydrometallurgical recycling methods that recover lithium, cobalt, and nickel. The closed-loop system keeps valuable battery materials in Europe, supporting sustainability goals and next-generation battery development.
• John DeereflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021John Deere acquired majority ownership of Kreisel Electric in 2021, creating a strategic partnership to integrate Kreisel battery technology into John Deere's expanding electrification portfolio for off-highway equipment. As part of the John Deere family, Kreisel operates with access to Deere's global manufacturing scale, distribution network, and R&D resources while maintaining its brand identity and leadership team.
• SUNCARminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with SUNCAR, a system integrator specializing in electrification of construction machinery, to enhance performance and efficiency of electric vehicles in the construction sector and support industry transition to sustainable practices.
• E1 SeriescoreTechnology or IntegrationKreisel supplies the 35 kWh battery with immersion cooling technology for the RaceBird electric hydrofoil boats used in the E1 World Championship. Partnership demonstrates Kreisel's high-performance marine battery capabilities in motorsport applications.
• HORNBACHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRetail partner for Allego charging station deployment. Hornbach parking areas host CHIMERO charging stations, enabling fast charging while customers shop at DIY stores.
• ORLEN AustriaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorORLEN Austria operates the Turmöl charging station in Ried using CHIMERO technology, demonstrating battery-buffered fast charging at retail fuel locations with limited grid capacity.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BYD: Vertically integrated Chinese battery and EV manufacturer with significant commercial vehicle, construction equipment, and energy storage operations. Comparable to Kreisel as a broad-based competitor across marine, off-highway, and battery-pack segments.
• CATL: World's largest battery manufacturer with cells and packs spanning EVs, ESS, commercial vehicles, and marine. Relevant as the dominant incumbent whose LFP and NMC pack offerings set price/performance benchmarks that Kreisel competes against.
• ABB E-mobility: Global leader in DC fast charging infrastructure for EVs with extensive installed base across Europe and globally. Directly comparable to Kreisel's CHIMERO charging business as a major established competitor in high-power charging.
• Volvo Penta: Volvo Group division providing marine and off-highway powertrains including electric drivetrains for boats, construction, and material handling. Comparable to Kreisel as a broader OEM serving overlapping marine and off-highway electrification customers.

Direct peers

• Akasol (BorgWarner): German battery systems supplier for commercial vehicles, buses, and off-highway applications, now owned by BorgWarner. Closely comparable to Kreisel in modular high-voltage pack architecture serving commercial and industrial vehicle OEMs.
• Forsee Power: French manufacturer of battery systems for commercial vehicles, industrial equipment, and heavy-duty mobility. Closely comparable to Kreisel in target customer profile (OEMs requiring customized packs), product architecture, and European base.
• Microvast: US-listed manufacturer of lithium-ion battery packs and cells for commercial vehicles, specialty vehicles, and energy storage. Comparable to Kreisel in vertically integrated pack manufacturing for heavy-duty and off-highway applications.
• Corvus Energy: Norwegian/Canadian leader in marine battery systems for ferries, offshore vessels, and commercial ships. Directly comparable to Kreisel in the DNV-certified marine battery segment with overlapping customer profiles in passenger ferries and workboats.
• Leclanché: Swiss manufacturer of lithium-ion battery systems for marine, railway, and heavy-duty transport applications. Comparable to Kreisel in marine battery specialization and B2B OEM sales model.

Emerging players

• Webasto: German automotive supplier expanding into battery systems for commercial and specialty vehicles with thermal management expertise. Comparable to Kreisel in automotive-grade battery and thermal management capabilities targeting commercial vehicle electrification.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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