REMA

What REMA does

REMA Gruppe is a privately held, family-controlled German industrial manufacturer of high-current electrical connectors, charging connector systems, electronic tiller-head controls, cable assemblies, and special-application components, headquartered in Rheinbach near Bonn and tracing its origins to 1919. The group operates through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany (Rheinbach HQ plus the Meiningen production site), the USA (Fountain Inn, South Carolina), China (Shanghai since 2006), and a planned Slovakia production site opening July 1, 2026, employing more than 300 people across these locations. Its core technology centers on patented high-current contact systems, including the MRC (Molded REMA Connector) with gas-tight overmolded sealing of the conductor-contact transition, proprietary plastic injection-molding capability via Kunststoff-Form-Technik (KFT, founded 1986), and certified products spanning 80A to 640A ratings in MRC, IRC, DIN, and SRE series. REMA also produces CANbus-equipped tiller heads (MOD1/MOD2) for pedestrian-guided electric lift trucks and custom cable-system solutions for OEMs.

The group's primary served markets are material-handling / intralogistics (forklifts, pallet trucks, automated guided vehicles) and automotive / electromobility, with secondary exposure to construction equipment, agricultural machinery, telecommunications, and individual special applications such as explosion-proof connectors. Named OEM customers include Jungheinrich, Linde Material Handling, Hyster, Yale, Still, Manitou, and Exide Technologies. REMA generates revenue through direct B2B hardware sales with no public price list, custom configuration via an online inquiry module, regional sales teams in Germany, the USA, and China, and a metallpreisbindung (metal-price-linked) pricing structure referencing copper. The company holds a dense certification stack (ISO 9001 since 1995, ISO 14001, IATF 16949 since January 2025, UL, ATEX, CE, RoHS, REACH) and is active in DKE, CENELEC, IEC, SAE J1772, and CharIN standards bodies, including megawatt-charging system development for heavy-duty EVs. Growth vectors are the dedicated REMA EV Connections GmbH subsidiary (founded 2019) targeting automotive and infrastructure operators, the new Slovakia plant, and a planned US restructuring into industry-segment subsidiaries as of June 5, 2026.

Name

REMA

Legal name

REMA Lipprandt GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://remagroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

REMA Gruppe is a German family-owned manufacturer of high-current electrical connectors, EV charging connector systems, electronic tiller heads, and cable assemblies, serving OEM customers in material handling, automotive/electromobility, construction, agriculture, and telecom across Germany, China, the USA, and Slovakia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electrical Connectors

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)

Keywords

• High-current electrical connectors
• Industrial tiller heads
• EV charging connectors
• Cable system solutions
• Electromobility charging systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Rheinbach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Steckverbinder und Kontaktsysteme: Verkauf von Hochstrom-Steckverbindern (MRC, IRC, DIN, SRE, RCC Serien) für Material Handling, Bau, Landwirtschaft und Elektromobilität. Produkte reichen von 80A bis 640A Bemessungsstrom.
2. Deichselköpfe: Individuell angepasste Steuerungselemente für Flurförderzeuge mit integrierter Elektronik. Modulare Lösungen (MOD1, MOD2) mit Optionen für ATEX-Zertifizierung.
3. Ladestecksysteme: Ladesteckverbinder für Elektrofahrzeuge nach SAE J 1772 und IEC 62196. Sowohl für Material Handling als auch Automotive-Bereich über REMA EV Connections.
4. Kabelsystemlösungen: Konfektionierte Kabelsysteme und Leitungen (REMAFlex) für spezifische Kundenanforderungen. Inklusive kundenspezifischer Anpassungen.
5. Sonderapplikationen: Spezialprodukte wie Notabschalter, Platinenstecker, Hochstromstecker, EX-Stecker für explosionsgeschützte Bereiche.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

REMA Gruppe designs and manufactures high-current electrical connectors, tiller heads with integrated electronics, charging connector systems for electric vehicles, and custom cable system solutions. Its products serve material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet trucks), construction and agricultural machinery, telecommunications infrastructure, and the automotive/electromobility sector. Core competencies include the patented MRC connector with gas-tight encapsulation, in-house plastic injection molding, and standardized charging interfaces compliant with SAE J1772 and IEC 62196.

Product overview

REMA Gruppe is a hardware-centric company specializing in high-current contact systems, electronic control components, and cable system solutions. The product portfolio centers on five core product families: Deichselköpfe (tiller heads) — electronic steering control interfaces for electric lift trucks; Steckverbinder (connectors) in multiple series including MRC (molded high-performance, patented), IRC (insulated premium), DIN (standard robust), SRE/SR (flat-contact), and RCC (cleaning/medical); Ladestecksysteme (charging connector systems) per SAE J1772 and IEC 62196 for electric vehicles; Kabelsystemlösungen (cable system solutions) including charging sockets and custom wiring; and Sonderapplikationen (special applications) such as emergency stops and explosion-proof connectors. Supporting products include REMAFlex/REMAFlexPRO cables and Crimping Tools. The subsidiary REMA EV Connections GmbH specializes in automotive charging systems including megawatt charging for European, Asian, and American markets. All products are developed and manufactured in-house with a focus on integrated system solutions combining mechanical and electrical engineering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• REMA MRC (Molded REMA Connector): Premium line of patented, overmolded high-performance connectors for fast and intermediate charging of large battery capacities, available in ratings from 80A to 400A.
• REMA IRC (Integrated REMA Connector)
• REMA DIN
• REMA SRE
• REMA RCC
• REMAFlex / REMAFlexPRO
• MOD1 / MOD2
• REMA EV Connections

Products and services

• Deichselköpfe (Tiller Heads) Control interface components for tiller-guided electric lifting and transport equipment, featuring customizable design, ergonomics, and electronic steering with integrated CANbus communication. Available in standard and ATEX-certified explosion-proof versions. Intended for OEMs of electric forklifts, pallet trucks, and order pickers.
• Steckverbinder MRC (Molded REMA Connector) Patented high-performance plug device with molded, gas-tight encapsulation of the conductor-contact transition, designed for rapid and intermediate charging of large battery capacities. Available in ratings from 80A to 400A. Compliant with DIN VDE 0623-589 and EN 1175-1.
• Steckverbinder IRC (Insulated REMA Connector) Premium connector with plastic overmolding for additional protection of the electrical contact, featuring electrolytic copper contacts with silver-plated surface. Available in ratings of 80A, 160A, and 320A.
• Steckverbinder DIN Robust and durable DIN-standard plug connectors established for decades in the market, with thermal special treatment for optimal crimp connections. Available from 80A to 640A ratings, with acid-resistant, high-temperature materials.
• Steckverbinder SRE / SR (Flat-contact connectors) European standard flat-contact connectors per EN 1175-1, with color-coded voltage identification. Compatible with AWG and metric cables, featuring acid-resistant material and CE marking.
• Steckverbinder RCC Connector series for professional cleaning devices and medical technology applications, conforming to industry standards with robust and durable construction.
• REMAFlex & REMAFlexPRO Cables Highly resistant and flexible cables for demanding installation situations, with special insulation jacket and UL certification. REMAFLEX PRO is the advanced variant certified for various industrial applications.
• Ladestecksysteme (Charging Connector Systems) Charging plug systems for normal and fast charging based on SAE J1772 and IEC 62196 standards, including megawatt charging for automotive and infrastructure applications. Custom solutions co-developed with customers for design, ergonomics, equipment, and form factor. Sold to automotive manufacturers and charging infrastructure operators.
• Kabelsystemlösungen (Cable System Solutions) Complex cable system solutions tailored to customer requirement profiles, including charging sockets and wiring harnesses, to ensure reliable and error-free control of electrotechnical processes in industrial and electromobility applications.
• Sonderapplikationen (Special Applications) Specialty accessories including emergency stop switches, board connectors, high-current connectors, and explosion-proof (EX) connectors for critical applications in chemical, mining, and other hazardous industries.
• Crimpwerkzeuge (Crimping Tools) Crimping tools for creating reliable, low-resistance cable-contact connections, supporting the high-current contact systems product line.

Quantifiable outcome

• Erhöhte Lebensdauer durch gasdichte MRC-Versiegelung im Vergleich zu herkömmlichen Steckverbindern
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SAE InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationREMA USA ist aktives Mitglied im Normenausschuss SAE J1772 für Combo Schnell-Ladestecker. Geschäftsführer Tim Rose vertritt REMA in der Normungsarbeit für Ladestandards.
• CharIN e.V.coreTechnology or IntegrationMitglied in der internationalen Gemeinschaft zur Förderung des Combined Charging Systems (CCS). Fokus auf Megawatt-Laden für alle Elektrofahrzeug-Typen.
• DKE (Deutsche Kommission Elektrotechnik)coreTechnology or IntegrationAktive Mitwirkung in der deutschen Normungskommission für Elektrotechnik, Elektronik und Informationstechnik im DIN und VDE.
• CENELECcoreTechnology or IntegrationEuropean Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization. Mitwirkung an europäischer Normung für Elektrotechnik und Binnenmarkt.
• IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)coreTechnology or IntegrationWeltweit führende Organisation für internationale Normen in Elektrotechnik. REMA beteiligt sich an Erarbeitung von Standards.
• March SpeditionminorOthersLogistikpartner mit gebrandetem Lkw für deutschlandweiten Transport. Partnerschaft seit April 2026 für Produktlogistik.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves18 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Stäubli: Swiss-headquartered manufacturer of high-current industrial connectors and EV charging solutions (including the CCS standard). Closely comparable to REMA across material handling, e-mobility charging, and textile machinery connectors, with a similar premium, niche-specialist positioning.
• Weidmüller: German specialist in industrial connectivity, including heavy-duty connectors, charging technology, and electronics for material handling. Comparable to REMA across industrial connector and EV-adjacent product lines.
• Harting: German family-owned manufacturer of industrial heavy-duty connectors (Han series) with a growing e-mobility charging portfolio. Directly comparable to REMA in ruggedized industrial connectors and German Mittelstand engineering culture.
• Phoenix Contact: German manufacturer of industrial connectors, charging technology for e-mobility (CHARX), and automation components. Directly comparable to REMA in industrial plug-in connectors and EV charging infrastructure, with substantially greater scale.
• MENNEKES Elektrotechnik: German manufacturer of industrial plugs and sockets and a leading EV charging plug supplier (Type 2). Directly comparable to REMA in industrial plugs and the EV charging connector category, with strong European OEM relationships.
• Bals Elektrotechnik: German manufacturer of industrial plugs, sockets, and EV charging connectors (under the Bals and Electrostar brands). Closely comparable mid-sized competitor to REMA in industrial plug-and-socket products.

Broad incumbents

• TE Connectivity: Global Tier-1 connector and sensor manufacturer with deep automotive and industrial electrification exposure. Competes with REMA across industrial and EV charging connectors but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• ABB E-mobility: Global supplier of DC fast chargers and high-power charging infrastructure, including EV charging connectors compatible with CCS and megawatt charging. Comparable to REMA on the EV charging connector specification and adjacent ecosystem, but at substantially larger infrastructure scale.
• Amphenol: One of the world's largest interconnect, antenna, and sensor manufacturers serving automotive, industrial, and EV charging customers. Comparable category overlap with REMA but at a global Tier-1 scale with much broader product breadth.
• Siemens eMobility: Siemens' EV charging infrastructure business covering AC and DC chargers, including charging plug and cable assemblies. Comparable to REMA EV Connections in the EV charging hardware category, with a much broader energy-management portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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