What LEAB Automotive does

LEAB Automotive GmbH, founded in 1989 and headquartered in Busdorf, Germany, develops and manufactures mobile power supply systems for emergency, special-purpose, and commercial vehicles. The product portfolio centers on lithium-based all-in-one power supplies (notably the LPS II, which integrates inverter, battery management, charge booster, and solar MPPT into a single unit), combined power and compressed-air supply systems (PowAirBox II), modular ePTO energy units with XBU battery systems, and a broad line of DIN 14679:2024-02-compliant battery chargers (Champ Pro, ABC series, TS Pro DC-DC, RC9). Supporting offerings include on-board power distributors, DC-DC converters, battery guards, and a connectivity layer (unity.base CAN-LIN gateway and unity.app) for monitoring and control.

The company serves four primary verticals — BOS (fire brigades, police, rescue services), transport and logistics (including electrified refrigerated delivery and last-mile fleets), service-industry vehicles, and the leisure/camper market — via a multi-channel go-to-market model combining direct sales with field-service representatives, an e-commerce storefront, channel partnerships with body manufacturers and vehicle converters, and OEM-embedded relationships including Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles IntegratedPartner status. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware product sales, supplemented by professional services (customized production, logistics, application engineering, and training courses). Certifications (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 since 2006, RoHS, REACH, DIN 14679, ClimatePartner) and long-tenured OEM/vehicle-builder relationships underpin the customer mix.

In 2025 the company was acquired by Micropower Group, with a planned rebrand of the legal entity to Micropower GmbH while products, services, and contacts are maintained. The business operates with approximately 50 employees and is led by managing directors Richard Westerkamp and Torbjörn Gustafsson.

Name

LEAB Automotive

Legal name

LEAB Automotive GmbH

Website

https://leab.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LEAB Automotive is a German manufacturer of mobile power supply systems for emergency, special-purpose, and commercial vehicles, offering lithium all-in-one power supplies, ePTO energy units, and DIN-compliant battery chargers to fire services, transport operators, and OEMs across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Power Supply Systems for Vehicles

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Charging Hardware Manufacturing (On-board Chargers, Charge Inlets, DC-DC) (IMACAJAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Batteries & 12V/Low-Voltage Energy Storage Manufacturing (IMACAJAJ), Aftermarket Battery, Charging & Power Accessories Manufacturing (12V Batteries/Jump Starters/Chargers/Inverters) (IMACANAL)

Keywords

• Mobile power supply
• Lithium battery systems
• DC-DC converters
• Vehicle power conversion
• Emergency vehicle electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Busdorf

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Primary revenue from selling proprietary power supply products including LPS II, PowAirBox II, MelfBox, Energy Units, chargers, battery monitors, DC-DC converters, and accessories. Products sold through e-commerce, direct sales, and channel partners.
2. Production Services: Custom production services including plug-and-play solutions, tailor-made product modifications, pre-assembled components, and fully custom-made products. Services range from customizing series products to complete bespoke manufacturing.
3. Logistics Services: Commissioning services (preparing deliveries per customer parts lists), framework agreements for large quantity planning, special packaging solutions, and scheduled/future delivery options.
4. Training Services: Theory seminars and practical workshops on charging technology, batteries, installation, standards, and product portfolio. Delivered in-person or online, tailored to installers, users, or sales partners.
5. Application Engineering Services: Technical consulting and engineering support for project planning and system integration to ensure reliable power supply in customer applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

LEAB Automotive develops, manufactures, and delivers mobile power supply solutions for emergency, special, and commercial vehicles. Its portfolio includes lithium-based all-in-one power supplies (LPS II), compressed air supply units (PowAirBox II), chargers (Champ Pro, ABC, TS Pro, RC9), DC-DC converters, on-board power distributors (MelfBox), and the unity connectivity software platform. Customers are primarily body manufacturers, OEMs, public authorities, and commercial fleet operators in the DACH region and broader Europe.

Product overview

LEAB Automotive is a specialist for mobile power supply solutions for emergency, special, and commercial vehicles. The product portfolio centers on the LPS II (Lithium Power Supply II) as the flagship all-in-one lithium-based power supply system, complemented by the PowAirBox II for power and compressed air supply, and the modular Energy Unit platform with XBU batteries for ePTO applications. Supporting products include Champ Pro and ABC Series battery chargers, TS Pro DC-DC chargers, RC9 onboard chargers, MelfBox 230V supply units, on-board power distributors, DC-DC converters, and battery monitoring guards. The unity ecosystem (unity.base and unity.app) provides connectivity and control. Services include Application Engineering, Logistics, Production (customized manufacturing), and Training Courses. LEAB serves the BOS (fire brigades, rescue services, police), transport, service, and leisure industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LPS II (Lithium Power Supply II)
• PowAirBox II Mobile compressed air supply unit for vehicles with an integrated air-flush function for protected spaces and arrestor systems, designed to be combined with LEAB power supply systems. Targeted at fire and rescue service vehicles and other special-purpose vehicles that need on-board compressed air.
• Energy Unit with XBU energy management Energy management and control unit (XBU) that pairs with LEAB's lithium power modules to give operators an overview of battery state, control ePTO operation, and intelligently manage on-board loads. Targeted at commercial fleet operators and body manufacturers using LEAB systems.
• Champ Pro Charger
• TS Pro DC-DC Charger
• RC9 Onboard Charger
• MelfBox Power Distributor
• unity.app
• unity.base
• LEAB product catalog (chargers, power distributors, accessories)
• Application Engineering
• Production Services
• Logistics Services
• Training Courses

Quantifiable outcome

• LPS II amortization in 2-10 months for new vehicles, under 2.5 years for retrofits
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

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

• Micropower GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2025LEAB is becoming part of Micropower Group, rebranding as Micropower GmbH. The partnership combines two strong companies with a shared vision for mobile power supply. Products, services, and contacts remain unchanged while обе companies work toward common goals.
• Volkswagen Commercial VehiclesflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerListed as IntegratedPartner in VW Commercial Vehicles CustomizedSolution Portal. Long-standing experience with auxiliary power supply for VW commercial vehicles. LPS II received official clearance certificate for VW ID.Buzz electric vehicle.
• Clayton PowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing development partner for LPS (Lithium Power Supply) products. Clayton Power developed the original LPS which LEAB further improved to create the LPS II.
• ENDRESS Power GeneratorscoreTechnology or IntegrationStrong partnership for MelfBox power feed system integration with ENDRESS generators in emergency vehicles. Joint product collaboration highlighted in case studies.
• HSG Schleswig (Handball Club)minorOthersLocal sports sponsorship providing 122 sets of jerseys for youth, men's, and women's teams. Supports regional handball development.
• KTV Adler (Kiel Volleyball)minorOthersBusiness Eagle Club partner supporting KTV Adler's goal of reaching 1st Volleyball Bundesliga. Regional amateur sport sponsorship.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Mastervolt: Dutch manufacturer of power electronics, chargers, inverters, and lithium battery systems for marine, mobile, and industrial applications. Competes with LEAB on on-board chargers, DC-DC conversion, and lithium power supplies, but with a much wider product portfolio and stronger international presence.
• Victron Energy: Dutch global leader in inverters, chargers, battery monitors, and energy systems for marine, automotive, off-grid, and industrial use. Competes broadly with LEAB's LPS II / MelfBox / chargers but at much larger scale with a global dealer network and broader product breadth.
• Webasto: German-headquartered global automotive supplier of roof systems, thermal management, and increasingly e-mobility / battery / charging solutions. Overlaps with LEAB in vehicle electrification hardware and OEM integration, especially for commercial vehicle and emergency services customers.
• Dometic: Swedish-listed global supplier of mobile living solutions including climate, power, and sanitation for vehicles, boats, and outdoor use. Competes with LEAB in the leisure (camper/motorhome) power segment and through its NDS brand in battery management and DC-DC charging for commercial and leisure vehicles.

Direct peers

• Sterling Power Products: UK manufacturer of battery-to-battery chargers, DC-DC converters, and alternators for marine, vehicle, and off-grid applications. Direct competitor in on-board DC-DC charging hardware and battery management, serving commercial vehicles, emergency services, and leisure markets across Europe.
• Clayton Power: Danish manufacturer of LPS lithium power supplies for service vehicles, motorhomes, and special-purpose builds. Direct technology partner on the original LPS and now a competing supplier of very similar all-in-one mobile power systems, targeting the same leisure, service, and BOS-adjacent fleets in Northern Europe.
• Votronic: German manufacturer of mobile power supply, charging technology, and battery management systems for leisure and special vehicles. Closely comparable product portfolio (chargers, DC-DC converters, battery monitors, inverters) and direct overlap in the German caravan/motorhome and BOS-adjacent market.
• SFC Energy / EFOY: German manufacturer of direct-methanol fuel cell and lithium-based mobile power systems for vehicles, industrial, and defense applications. EFOY fuel cells compete with LEAB's battery-based approach in emergency, surveillance, and off-grid vehicle power, addressing the same "engine-off" customer need.
• Büttner Elektronik: German specialist for mobile power supply systems in motorhomes and special vehicles. Comparable product categories (lithium power supplies, chargers, solar charge controllers, inverters) and overlapping customer base in the German leisure and light commercial vehicle market.

Emerging players

• ENDRESS Power Generators: German manufacturer of mobile power generators frequently integrated with LEAB products (MelfBox) in emergency vehicles. Adjacent competitor in the BOS segment, with overlapping product/service integration use cases and a shared customer base among German fire and rescue operators.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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