What Circontrol does

Circontrol, S.A. is a Spanish private manufacturer (Sociedad Anónima) headquartered in Viladecavalls, Barcelona, founded in 1997 by Ramón Comellas and operating as part of the Grupo Circutor conglomerate. The company designs and produces electric vehicle charging hardware spanning the full power spectrum — from domestic AC chargers (eHome 5) and semi-fast AC units (eVolve Smart, eNext Park, eNext Park T Two) to fast DC chargers (Raption Compact 80/160/240) and high-power charging stations up to 920V/400kW (Sonic One) — alongside an Efficient Parking product line (CirPark) covering guidance systems, LED lighting, and the Falcon outdoor camera. Underlying technology includes proprietary Dynamic Load Management (DLM) software, the Cosmos cloud-based monitoring and management platform, Master-Satellite multi-charger architecture, cooling-cable hardware, and integrations with OCPP, ISO 15118-2/20, Eichrecht, MOBI.E, and AFIR regulatory frameworks. The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EcoVadis Silver, and CyberVadis Bronze certifications.

Circontrol generates revenue primarily through hardware sales across its charger portfolio and parking solutions, with a recurring software/services layer via Cosmos and DLM subscriptions and project-based professional services (installation, maintenance, consultancy) for enterprise customers. The go-to-market is channel-mediated: products flow through Charge Point Operators (CPOs), distributors, resellers, certified installers (Qualified Installer Program), and car dealers, supplemented by direct enterprise engagement for large deployments. Named customers include Stockholm Parkering (Tele2 Arena, 160 chargers), Petronas Towers, Saba, Barcelona Endolla/BSM (1,000+ chargers since 2011), La Poste (France fleet), and Nuovo Flaminia (Italy). The company serves use cases across ultra-fast, fast, semi-fast, workplace, fleet, car park, public, hotel, retail, and eBus charging, and has formalized geographic presence in Europe (Spain, Sweden, France), South America, and the Persian Gulf. The current CEO/Founder listed is John Hinojo, with Ramón Comellas as the 1997 founder.

Name

Circontrol

Legal name

CIRCONTROL, S.A.

Website

https://circontrol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Circontrol is a Spanish private manufacturer of EV charging hardware (home to high-power charging) and efficient parking solutions, serving CPOs, fleets, municipalities, and enterprises across Europe, South America, and the Persian Gulf through a certified partner channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Infrastructure

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH), EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing) (TLAKAMAG), EV Charging Equipment Installation & Commissioning (AC/DC, Depot/Fleet) (TLAKAMAE)

Keywords

• EV charging stations
• AC DC chargers
• Dynamic load management
• Parking guidance systems
• Fleet electrification infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. EV Charging Hardware: Sale of EV charging stations ranging from domestic/home chargers (eHome 5) to ultra-fast HPC stations (Sonic One, Raption Compact series, Raption 240)
2. Efficient Parking Solutions: Sale of parking guidance systems, LED lighting, and related parking efficiency products under the CirPark brand
3. Software & Cloud Services: Cosmos cloud-based monitoring platform and DLM software for ongoing monitoring, reporting, and load management
4. Professional Services: Installation, maintenance, project consultancy, and support services for Charge Point Operators and other partners
5. Accessories & Add-ons: Retrofit kits, payment systems, and accessories for charging stations

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Circontrol designs, manufactures, and sells electric vehicle charging stations ranging from domestic AC chargers to ultra-fast DC HPC stations (up to 400 kW), along with efficient parking solutions such as guidance systems, LED lighting, and outdoor surveillance. It complements hardware with proprietary software including the Dynamic Load Management (DLM) system and the Cosmos cloud-based monitoring platform for charging network operators. Products are sold directly to Charge Point Operators and through a global network of distributors, certified installers, resellers, and car dealer partners across Europe, South America, and the Persian Gulf.

Product overview

Circontrol is a manufacturer and designer of EV charging and efficient parking solutions headquartered in Viladecavalls, Barcelona, Spain. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio spanning from domestic home chargers (eHome 5) to ultra-fast HPC stations (Sonic One, Raption Compact series), alongside AC chargers for semi-fast charging (eVolve Smart, eNext Park), and supporting infrastructure including cloud management (Cosmos), dynamic load management (DLM), Master-Satellite architecture, and parking efficiency solutions (CirPark). The product line covers all market segments: ultra-fast charging for highways and service stations, fast charging for urban areas, semi-fast AC charging for parking and fleets, and home charging for domestic use. The ecosystem is unified through the Cosmos cloud platform for monitoring and management, with DLM software for power optimization. Circontrol also provides efficient parking solutions including parking guidance systems, LED lighting, and Park&Charge ticketless payment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sonic One Ultra-fast HPC charging station designed for high-traffic environments and EV charging hubs, delivering up to 920V and 400 kW output through cable cooling technology for ultra-fast charging experience. Targeted at CPOs and large-scale operators.
• Raption Compact 160 DC fast charging station with enhanced user experience and increased power output for simultaneous charging of multiple EVs, designed for high-traffic areas and highway applications.
• Raption Compact 240 High-power DC charging station delivering large power output for convenient simultaneous charging of multiple EVs, designed for high-traffic areas and ultra-fast charging hubs.
• Raption Compact 80 Compact DC fast charging station designed for urban and interurban environments, suitable for areas with limited space.
• eVolve Smart Semi-fast AC charger combining durability, design and communication features for parking facilities, fleets, and workplace charging, including improved cybersecurity and contactless payment system.
• eNext Park Three-phase double socket AC charger designed for car parks and high-rotation fleets, featuring display and communication systems for remote management.
• eNext Park T Two New three-phase double socket AC charger for fleets and high-rotation car parks, with display and remote communication systems for fleet and parking operators.
• eHome 5 Home charging station with photovoltaic integration, mobile app for managing charging sessions, and customizable aesthetics, designed for domestic EV charging with best cost-functionality ratio.
• Cosmos Cloud-based platform for monitoring and managing EV charging networks, providing consumption reports, user management, billing capabilities, and real-time notifications for incidents. Targeted at charging network operators.
• Dynamic Load Management (DLM) Software system for dynamically distributing available power across multiple EV charging points to avoid power outages from overloading, enabling efficient simultaneous charging of multiple EVs.
• EVPark Comprehensive solution for EV charging in indoor and outdoor parking facilities, including CPO integration, PMS integration, Park&Charge payment system, DLM, OCPP integration, and a range of EV chargers for parking operators.
• Park&Charge Ticketless payment system allowing EV users to charge without printing tickets; uses license plate recognition via Find Your Car (FYC) system for automatic billing in parking facilities.
• Falcon Camera Outdoor smart guidance solution for video surveillance and occupancy management in parking facilities.
• Master-Satellite System Architecture enabling efficient and cost-effective multiple EV charging, where a Master unit controls Satellite units to reduce operational and installation costs in multi-charger installations.
• CirPark 360-degree solution for parking operators including guidance systems, LED lighting, EV charging integration, and EV charger integration for enhanced car park facilities.
• Genion One Device managing simultaneous charging of two EVs using photovoltaic energy, offering up to three usage modes for optimal solar energy utilization. Complements the eHome Link domestic charger.
• Rapid Multi-Charge System Flexible, cost-effective multi-charge solution for high-power charging in locations with limited energy availability.

Quantifiable outcome

• 160 EV charging points managed efficiently with DLM premium at Tele2 Arena
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• Charge Point Operators (CPOs)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCircontrol provides CPOs with cutting-edge charging technology, cloud-based monitoring platform (Cosmos), and full support including installation, maintenance, and project consultancy. CPOs benefit from Dynamic Load Management (DLM) software and comprehensive training.
• Distributors and ResellerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributors and resellers are supported with marketing materials, sales guidance, and access to smart charging solutions. They receive exclusive benefits and personalized advice to stay ahead in sales.
• Certified InstallerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInstallers receive certification, training, and technical support to become trusted installers for Circontrol chargers in their region. The Qualified Installer Program provides ongoing access to resources and support.
• Car DealerssecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar dealers are offered the best products with specific training, marketing materials, and exclusive services to meet the growing demand for EVs and support their EV sales.
• AEDIVE (Asociación Empresarial para el Desarrollo e Impulso del Vehículo Eléctrico)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCircontrol is a member of AEDIVE, the Spanish business association for the development and promotion of electric vehicles.
• EgarviaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement within the MIT (Intelligent Mobility in Terrassa) project for smart parking solutions including intelligent lighting and guidance systems.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Allego: European public charging network operator deploying multi-vendor DC fast and HPC stations — partially overlapping with Circontrol as both a customer and indirect competitor in the public charging segment.

Broad incumbents

• Enphase Energy: Solar inverter and storage platform with an expanding EV charger line (IQ EV Charger) and energy management software — an adjacent/incumbent competitor leveraging distributed energy ecosystems toward home/workplace charging.
• Schneider Electric (EVlink): Global electrical equipment major with EVlink AC/DC chargers and EcoStruxure energy management software, competing against Circontrol's Cosmos/DLM ecosystem in workplace, fleet, and parking deployments.
• ABB E-mobility: Global industrial major offering AC and DC chargers up to HPC range (Terra HP) to CPOs, utilities, and fleets — competing with Circontrol on both product depth and scale, particularly in HPC.
• Siemens eMobility: Industrial incumbent offering Versicharge AC and SICHARGE DC products, targeting CPOs and workplace/fleet segments with broader portfolio integration — a broad incumbent competitor to Circontrol in Europe.

Direct peers

• Kempower: Finnish DC fast and HPC charging manufacturer targeting highway and high-power use cases with dynamic power distribution — a direct competitor to Circontrol's Raption and Sonic One product lines.
• Wallbox: Spanish-headquartered manufacturer of EV chargers spanning home (Pulsar Plus) and commercial DC (Supernova) products, directly competing with Circontrol across AC workplace and DC fast segments in Europe.
• EVBox: European EV charging hardware and software provider with a comparable end-to-end portfolio (home, workplace, fast DC) and a cloud management platform — directly competitive in Circontrol's main geographic markets.
• ChargePoint: US-based EV charging hardware and networked charging services provider with a comprehensive AC/DC portfolio and a software/cloud platform — a direct peer in product breadth, though Circontrol is more Europe-centric.
• Alfen: Dutch provider of EV chargers (including Twin Plus for workplaces and The Eve for depot/fleet) combined with smart grid/energy storage products — directly comparable in mission and European footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/Circontrol

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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