KBE Elektrotechnik

What KBE Elektrotechnik does

KBE Elektrotechnik GmbH is a Berlin-based, privately held manufacturer of electrical cables and wires, founded in 1980 and operating as a subsidiary of BEHG Holding AG. The company designs and produces specialized cables across four primary verticals: solar (KBE Solar DB+ for direct burial, KBE Solar DB+ AR-TR with anti-termite/rodent protection, and KBE Solar Floating for floating PV systems), automotive (FLRY T105 thin-walled, FLY T85 thick-walled, and FLRYY T85 ADR variants compliant with ISO 19642), industrial (H05/H07 harmonized cables plus custom LIY/LIYW specials), and eMobility (KBE EVC H07BZ5-F charging cables for up to 22 kW and high-speed data cables supporting CAN, CAN-FD, FlexRay, Ethernet, and coax protocols at 1–5 GHz). Manufacturing uses copper conductors (EN 13602) with PVC, cross-linked polyethylene, and proprietary insulation compounds; production is centered in Berlin with a Tunisia facility for high-speed data cables.

The company's commercial model is hardware sales through direct engagement, a multilingual website, and distribution partnerships with major European wholesalers (Sonepar, FEGIME, Würth, DEHA, IMELCO). Pricing is quote-based on cable type, specification, and order volume, with worldwide delivery from Berlin. KBE holds a deep certification stack—automotive (IATF 16949 since 2001), quality (ISO 9001:2015), and product-level approvals from VDE, TÜV Rheinland, CQC, and compliance with EN 50618, IEC 62930, EN 50620, IEC 62893, and GB/T 33594. Named customers include Volkswagen, BMW, Daimler, MAN, Miele, BSH, Hager, Viessmann, Solarcentury, ibVogt, Krannich Solar, and VDL Bus Coach. The company is led by two Managing Directors, Dipl.-Ing. Peter Michels and Dipl.-Inf. Hans-Peter Grimm, and celebrated its 45th anniversary in 2025.

KBE's go-to-market relies heavily on industry trade shows (Intersolar Europe, IZB Wolfsburg, GENERA, Elmia Solar, World Future Energy Summit Abu Dhabi, ELESO Riga) supplemented by digital product documentation and a recently released first product catalogue (November 2024). The company has prioritized expansion into eMobility (charging cables, data cables) and specialty solar segments (floating PV, animal-resistant cables) as growth levers, while maintaining its legacy automotive and industrial cable base. No revenue, M&A, or funding data is publicly disclosed.

Name

KBE Elektrotechnik

Legal name

KBE Elektrotechnik GmbH

Website

https://kbe-elektrotechnik.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

KBE Elektrotechnik GmbH is a Berlin-based, privately held manufacturer of certified electrical cables and wires serving the solar, automotive, industrial, and eMobility sectors. Founded in 1980 and operating under BEHG Holding AG, it supplies OEMs such as Volkswagen, BMW, and Daimler alongside European electrical wholesalers, with global delivery and 45 years of operation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Cable and Wire Manufacturing

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Power Cables & Conductors (LV/MV cables, flexible cables, bus wire, armored cable) (IMAGAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Control, Instrumentation & Automation Cable (IMADAMAC), Underground Power Cables (MV/HV/EHV, XLPE, PILC, subsea/land) (EUADADAB), Building Wire & Cable (Residential/Commercial) (IMADAMAA)

Keywords

• Electrical cable manufacturing
• Solar cables
• Automotive wiring harnesses
• EV charging cables
• Industrial harmonized cables

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electrical Cable and Wire Manufacturing: KBE Elektrotechnik generates revenue through the design, manufacturing, and sale of electrical cables and wires. The company produces standardized cable products (solar cables, automotive cables, industrial cables, eMobility cables) as well as custom special cables. Revenue is generated through direct sales of products with pricing based on cable type, specifications, and order volume. The company ships worldwide from their Berlin facility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

KBE Elektrotechnik designs and manufactures electrical cables and wires in Berlin, Germany, using copper conductors with PVC, cross-linked polyethylene, and other specialized insulation compounds. The portfolio spans four families: solar cables (KBE Solar DB+, KBE Solar DB+ AR-TR, KBE Solar Floating for FPV), automotive cables (FLRY T105, FLY T85, FLRYY T85 ADR), industrial cables (H05/H07 harmonized V-K, V2-K, V2-U, plus LIY/LIYW custom specials), and eMobility products (KBE EVC H07BZ5-F charging cable and CAN/FlexRay/Ethernet data cables), with worldwide delivery and VDE, TÜV Rheinland, and CQC certifications.

Product overview

KBE Elektrotechnik GmbH is a Berlin-based manufacturer specializing in electrical cables and wires for industrial applications. The product portfolio spans four main categories: Solar Cables (including KBE Solar DB+, KBE Solar DB+ AR-TR, and KBE Solar Floating for floating PV systems), Automotive Cables (FLRY T105 thin-walled, FLY T85 thick-walled, and FLRYY T85 ADR variants), Industrial Cables (H05/H07 harmonized cables in V-K and V2-K variants plus special custom cables), and eMobility products (KBE EVC H07BZ5-F charging cables and high-speed data cables for CAN, FlexRay, and Ethernet protocols). All products are manufactured in Germany with VDE/TÜV certifications and are supplied with worldwide delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KBE EVC: eMobility charging cable product line including H07BZ5-F charging cables certified for electric vehicle charging applications
• KBE Solar Floating
• KBE Solar DB+

Products and services

• KBE Solar DB+ EN 50618 H1Z2Z2-K / IEC 62930 Triple-certified solar cable for photovoltaic systems rated for 1,500 VDC (max 1,800 VDC), designed for direct burial with high UV stability, halogen-free construction, CPR fire class Dca, -40°C to +120°C, and a 25-year minimum service life. For solar EPC contractors, PV park developers, and installers.
• KBE Solar DB+ AR-TR (Anti-Termite/Anti-Rodent) Solar cable with anti-termite and anti-rodent protection, certified to EN 50618, IEC 62930, and 2 PfG 1169/10.19, rated for 1,500 VDC with direct burial capability. For PV installations in regions with high animal activity.
• KBE Solar Floating (2 PfG 2750/09.20) Specialized floating PV cable certified to 2 PfG 2750/09.20 with outstanding water resistance (AD8), UV stability, resistance to organic influences and salts, and mechanical stability, rated for 1,500 VDC (max 1,800 VDC) with up to 25-year service life. For offshore floating solar power plants on waters and reservoirs.
• FLRY T105 Automotive Cable Thin-walled PVC insulated automotive cable compliant with ISO 19642, with a temperature range of -40°C to +105°C, available in cross-sections up to 50mm², with bare or tinned conductors. For automotive OEMs and tier suppliers.
• FLY T85 Automotive Cable Thick-walled PVC insulated automotive cable for vehicle construction with a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, available with bare or tinned conductors. For automotive OEMs and tier suppliers.
• FLRYY T85 ADR Automotive Cable Sheathed automotive cable designed for vehicles with ADR (GGVS) requirements for dangerous goods transport, with PVC insulation rated -40°C to +85°C. For commercial vehicles carrying hazardous materials.
• H05 / H07 V-K Industrial Cable Harmonized industrial cables for control cabinet and device construction with nominal voltage 300V/500V or 450V/750V and a temperature class of 70°C, VDE and HAR approved. For industrial equipment manufacturers, control cabinet builders, and electrical installers.
• H05 / H07 V2-K Industrial Cable Harmonized industrial cables with a temperature class of +90°C for control cabinet and device construction, rated for 300V/500V or 450V/750V applications. For industrial installations requiring higher thermal endurance.
• H05 / H07 V2-U Industrial Cable Harmonized solid conductor industrial cables for fixed electrical installations in devices and lighting systems, rated up to 450V/750V with +90°C temperature resistance. For permanent installations in devices and lighting.
• LIY / LIYW Special Cables Custom single wires, twisted or sheathed cables manufactured according to individual customer requirements, compliant with BSH LV 21 and DIN VDE 0881, with PVC insulation rated -15°C to +70°C or +90°C and nominal voltage up to 450/750 V. For industrial customers with bespoke cabling specifications.
• KBE EVC H07BZ5-F Charging Cable VDE and CQC certified charging cable for electric vehicles supporting Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3 charging up to 22 kW at 32A, designed for both single and three-phase applications, featuring high roll-over resistance (approximately 1,000 kg/cm²), water and oil resistance, and halogen-free construction. For EV charging infrastructure providers, automotive manufacturers, and charging cable accessories suppliers.
• Data Cables (CAN, CAN-FD, FlexRay, Ethernet, Coax) High-speed data transmission cables developed in cooperation with the Tunisia manufacturing facility for automotive OEM applications, supporting data rates from 1 GHz to over 5 GHz without real-time losses. For automotive OEMs and tier suppliers needing in-vehicle networking cables.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25-year minimum service life for solar cables (certified per EN 50618/IEC 62930)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BEHG Holding AGcoreOthersParent company and central management entity for the corporate group. Located in the Marienfelde district of southern Berlin. The holding company provides strategic direction and management oversight for the group.
• Tunisia Manufacturing FacilitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturing partnership for data cables including CAN, CAN-FD, FlexRay, Ethernet, and coax cables. The facility enables development and production of high-speed data transmission cables supporting data rates from 1GHz to over 5GHz.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• NKT A/S: Danish-listed global cable manufacturer spanning power cables, building wires, and EV-charging cables — overlaps with KBE in solar (PV) wire and eMobility charging cable categories but at much larger scale and broader portfolio.
• TE Connectivity: Global connectivity and sensor giant with automotive, industrial, and energy wire/cable products — competes with KBE in automotive data cables and solar/EV wiring as part of a much broader components portfolio.
• Prysmian Group: World's largest cable manufacturer offering utility, telecom, and specialty cables — competes with KBE in solar PV wires and building/installation cables but at massive global scale across many product lines.

Direct peers

• Gebauer & Griller Kabelwerke: Austrian family-owned cable manufacturer producing automotive, industrial, and specialty cables — directly comparable mid-sized European competitor with overlapping customer base in German-speaking auto and industrial markets.
• Leoni AG: German-headquartered global specialist in automotive cables, wiring systems, and specialty cables — directly overlaps KBE's automotive (FLRY-family) and industrial cable portfolio serving similar OEM customers.
• Südkabel GmbH: German manufacturer specializing in installation, halogen-free, and specialty cables — comparable mid-sized competitor overlapping with KBE in industrial harmonized cables and specialty wire for building/installation applications.
• HELUKABEL GmbH: German cable manufacturer offering harmonized industrial cables, data cables, and specialty cables — directly competes in KBE's industrial harmonized-cable and custom-cable segments with similar VDE/HAR-certified SKUs.
• Lapp Group: Stuttgart-based family-owned cable and connection-technology specialist offering ÖLFLEX, ETHERLINE, and solar cables — directly comparable to KBE on industrial, data, and solar cable portfolios targeting European industrial OEMs.
• Studer Cables AG: Swiss specialty cable maker producing harmonized, data, and customer-specific cables — comparable mid-sized European competitor focused on industrial and OEM customers with similar VDE/IEC-certified product ranges.

Emerging players

• Georg Drahtwerk GmbH: German manufacturer of specialty wire strands and conductors supplying similar cable and harness OEMs — provides comparable upstream input materials and overlapping customer base in automotive and industrial wire.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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