What DriWe does

DriWe S.r.l. is an Italy-based electric mobility systems integrator founded in 2013, headquartered in Bergamo with operational headquarters in Schio and additional offices in Bolzano (NOI TechPark) and Milan. The company combines three product lines into an integrated offering: DriWe Sun (photovoltaic generation), DriWe Charge (smart EV charging stations in wallbox and floor-standing variants at 11kW and 22kW), and DriWe Car (retrofit conversion of internal combustion vehicles to full electric), supplemented by DriWe Move (urban e-mobility including e-bikes), DriWe Card (RFID access), and the proprietary DriWeNet charging point operator network in Northern Italy. Its underlying technology stack includes a unified DriWe platform providing geolocation of chargers, remote reservation and payment, real-time charging monitoring, and a Vehicle-to-Home bidirectional charging prototype developed under the Veneto POR FESR 2014-2020 program. Charging hardware interoperates with the Next Charge app (300,000+ users, 100,000+ stations) and the Charge4Europe/DKV roaming network (130,000+ European points). Following the June 5, 2024 acquisition by Gruppo Unoenergy S.p.A., DriWe continues as a subsidiary (Unoenergy DriWe S.p.A.) within a multi-vertical Italian energy operator.

DriWe generates revenue through a mix of capital equipment sales (EV chargers and photovoltaic systems), professional services (EPC/O&M, installation, energy consulting, fleet analysis, and retrofit conversions), and transaction-based fees on DriWeNet (€0.29/kWh + €0.01/minute). Pricing for hardware and enterprise deployments is quote-based and typically multi-year, while public charging usage and the DriWe:The Game educational board game (€29/unit) are pay-as-you-go. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales for large accounts (notably the IREN/IrenGO project covering hundreds of utility installations), a commercial agent network targeting Corporate, Ho.Re.Ca., and GDO segments, and event-driven demand generation across Italian industry fairs (Smart Mobility World, Smart Energy Expo, KEY ENERGY-ECOMONDO).

The company serves a defined vertical stack in Italy: corporate fleets, car dealerships, hotels and restaurants, large retail and shopping centers, public entities, and private consumers. By the end of 2019 DriWe reported 500+ installed charging points across 26 Italian regions, 500+ commercial customers, and cumulative dispersion of 19,390,000 km and 920,387 kg of avoided CO₂. Capital raised is limited to a single €200,415 regional grant (POR FESR 2014-2020 for V2H R&D); growth has been primarily funded through operations and the 2024 strategic exit to Unoenergy. Recognitions include Car Innovation 2016 (Euro Engineering / Digital Magics), UniCredit StartLab, and the European Business Awards 2019 OnesToWatch designation.

Name

DriWe

Legal name

DriWe S.r.l.

Website

https://driwe.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DriWe is an Italy-based electric mobility integrator combining photovoltaic systems, smart EV charging stations, and vehicle-to-electric retrofits into one platform, serving corporate fleets, retailers, hotels, utilities, and public entities across the Italian market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Infrastructure & Electric Mobility

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931)

akta.pro primary industry

Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bidirectional Charging Hardware (Onboard/Offboard Chargers, Inverters, EVSE) (EUAFAMAC), EV Charging Settlement, Billing & Roaming (Payments, Tariffs, Clearing) (EUAFAMAI), EV Charging Equipment Installation & Commissioning (AC/DC, Depot/Fleet) (TLAKAMAE), EV Charging Operations & Parking-Lot Electrification Management (BPABAKAK)

Keywords

• EV charging infrastructure
• Photovoltaic energy systems
• Electric mobility solutions
• Vehicle retrofit conversion
• Smart charging stations

Headquarters

HQ city

Bergamo

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 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. EV Charging Hardware Sales: Sale of charging stations (Wallbox and Charger models) at various power levels (2x22kW, 2x11kW, 1x22kW, 1x11kW) to commercial and industrial customers.
2. Photovoltaic System Sales: Sale and installation of DriWe Sun photovoltaic systems for residential and commercial energy generation.
3. Vehicle Retrofit Services: Conversion of traditional internal combustion engine vehicles to 100% electric vehicles through motor replacement.
4. Charging Service Fees: Revenue from charging services at DriWeNet owned stations: 0.29 EUR/kWh + 0.01 EUR/minute pricing. Transaction fees for credit card and coupon payments.
5. Installation and Maintenance Services: Professional installation, technical assistance pre and post-installation, energy consulting, fleet analysis, and ongoing maintenance of charging infrastructure.
6. EPC and O&M Services: Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Operations & Maintenance services for EV charging infrastructure across Italy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DriWe S.r.l. sells an integrated electric mobility platform built around three pillars: DriWe Sun (photovoltaic systems for renewable self-generation), DriWe Charge (smart EV charging stations in Wallbox 1x11kW/1x22kW and Charger 2x11kW/2x22kW variants), and DriWe Car (retrofit conversion of gasoline/diesel vehicles to 100% electric). The offering is completed by DriWe Move (urban e-mobility including e-bikes), DriWeNet (proprietary 22kW charging network), the DriWe Card RFID access/loyalty system, and Industrial/Home Automation kits, all connected via the Next Charge mobile app. Target buyers are Italian businesses (companies, car dealerships, hotels/restaurants, retail chains, public entities) seeking fleet electrification, customer EV amenities, and on-site renewable energy.

Product overview

DriWe offers an integrated platform combining electric vehicle charging infrastructure, photovoltaic energy generation, and vehicle retrofit conversion. The core product suite consists of DriWe Sun (photovoltaic systems for renewable energy self-production), DriWe Charge (intelligent charging stations with remote management via app), and DriWe Car (retrofit conversion of traditional vehicles to 100% electric). These products are connected through the DriWe platform system that enables geolocation, remote reservation, and payment for charging. The offering extends to DriWe Move (urban e-mobility including e-bikes), DriWeNet (proprietary charging network brand), DriWe Wallbox and DriWe Charger product lines (varying power configurations from 11kW to 22kW), supporting accessories like the DriWe Card (RFID access), and complementary kits (Industrial Automation Kit for businesses, Home Automation Kit for dealerships). The company operates as Charging Point Operator and technology integrator for both B2B and B2C markets across Italy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DriWe Sun: Photovoltaic system for generating electricity from solar energy to power homes, businesses, and electric vehicles
• DriWe Charge
• DriWe Move
• DriWe Car
• DriWeNet
• SìRicarica
• Next Charge

Products and services

• DriWe Charge Smart EV charging station (colonnina di ricarica) that communicates with the user's smartphone, transmits data remotely, and delivers different power levels for private, business, and large-fleet use. Supports geolocation, remote reservation, payment via app, and integrates with the Next Charge and Charge4Europe networks. Configurations: DriWe Wallbox 1x11kW, 1x22kW and DriWe Charger 2x11kW, 2x22kW.
• DriWe Sun Photovoltaic system for generating electricity from solar energy, installable on homes or businesses, providing the renewable 'fuel' for DriWe Charge stations and DriWe Car vehicles. A 20kWp installation can produce enough energy for 100,000+ electric km per year.
• DriWe Car Retrofit conversion service transforming gasoline or diesel internal combustion vehicles into 100% electric vehicles through electric motor replacement. Reduced maintenance and significant cost savings; capable of traveling up to 15,000 km/year using energy generated from a DriWe Sun residential photovoltaic system.
• DriWe Move Urban electric mobility solutions including e-bikes and a dedicated smart charging system for various electric transport modes. Targeted at commuters, hotels, and tourist destinations needing short-range electric mobility infrastructure.
• DriWeNet Charging Network Proprietary public charging station network operated by DriWe across Northern Italy, featuring 22kW three-phase power delivering up to 150km of range per hour of charging. Pricing: 0.29 EUR/kWh + 0.01 EUR/minute.
• DriWe: The Game! Educational board game teaching energy efficiency and electric mobility concepts to children and families, sold at €29 per unit through Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and the DriWe shop.
• DriWe Wallbox Wall-mounted charging solution available in 1x11kW and 1x22kW power configurations for residential and small business installations.
• DriWe Charger Floor-standing dual-outlet charging station available in 2x11kW and 2x22kW configurations for commercial and public installations.
• EPC, O&M and Energy Consulting Services Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC), Operations & Maintenance (O&M), energy consulting, fleet analysis, pre- and post-installation technical assistance for EV charging infrastructure and integrated photovoltaic deployments across Italy.
• SìRicarica Sustainable Charging Initiative Community-oriented sustainable charging initiative created with NaturaSì, deploying local charging infrastructure funded via a dedicated crowdfunding campaign and aligned with the NaturaSì retail network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% cost reduction on electric fuel compared to traditional petrol
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Charge4Europe (DKV Euro Service & innogy)coreTechnology or Integration · 14 February 2021DriWe charging stations accept DKV CARD +Charge through Charge4Europe roaming network, enabling access to 130,000+ charging points across Europe. Partnership simplifies EV charging for fleet operators and end users.
• Venetex (Sardex Circuit)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2020DriWe joined Venetex commercial credit circuit with 750+ member companies, enabling alternative payment options and network synergies for green solutions.
• Team KnowHouse (Solar Decathlon)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 November 2018DriWe provided 2x22kW charging station for Team KnowHouse entry in Solar Decathlon Middle East 2018 at Dubai Solar Park, supporting sustainable transportation contest.
• University of Sharjah & University of FerraraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2018Academic partnership supporting Solar Decathlon Middle East competition for sustainable transportation category.
• IREN (IrenGO Project)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2018Major national energy utility selected DriWe as technology expert for IrenGO e-mobility project. DriWe serves as technical expert in consortium winning two tenders for hundreds of charging installations at IREN Energy industrial sites and IREN Mercato customer locations.
• Wermuth Asset Management GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2017German investment group partnered with DriWe for Vatican green energy and mobility project. DriWe supplied electric vehicle with photovoltaic panel and smart charging station for Pope Francis, supporting goal to make Vatican the first state powered entirely by renewable energy.
• GES - Go Electric StationscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2015Technology partner providing Next Charge app platform with access to 300,000+ users and integration with 100,000+ charging stations across Europe.
• DKV Euro ServicecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015Fleet card provider enabling DriWe station access through DKV CARD +Charge, expanding payment options for commercial customers.
• Next (Mobility on-demand)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 November 2014Partnership combining DriWe's electric mobility and energy management expertise with Next's autonomous modular transport system. Jointly developing solutions for vehicle-to-grid integration and smart city applications.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• EVBox: EVBox (owned by ENGIE) is a European manufacturer of AC and DC EV charging stations and a charging management software platform, directly comparable to DriWe Charge in product, target customer (businesses, fleets, retail), and European go-to-market via roaming networks like Hubject.
• Be Charge (Eni Plenitude): Be Charge is Eni Plenitude's public EV charging network in Italy, directly competing with DriWeNet for Italian site hosts and end users. As the utility-owned pure-play in DriWe's home market, it is the primary head-to-head competitor for retail, hospitality, and roadside charging installations.
• Allego: Allego operates one of Europe's largest public EV charging networks with roaming and charge-point management services, comparable to DriWeNet on the network side and to the DriWe platform on the software/roaming side. Both sell charging-as-a-service to retail and public-site hosts across European geographies.
• Wallbox: Wallbox (N.V.) designs and manufactures smart EV charging stations (Pulsar, Commander, Quasar) with bidirectional V2H/V2G capability, closely overlapping DriWe Charge and Wallbox products and the V2H roadmap. Listed on NYSE, Wallbox is the most direct competitor in Europe for residential and business smart charging hardware.

Emerging players

• The Mobility House: The Mobility House specializes in smart charging, V2G, and vehicle-to-home/building energy management, directly comparable to DriWe's V2H R&D and platform direction. Both companies focus on integrating EVs with building energy systems and bidirectional charging pilots, making it a strong emerging peer in the V2X category.
• Smappee: Smappee is a Belgian smart-energy company offering EV charging hardware with integrated solar self-consumption and home/building energy management, closely overlapping DriWe's PV-plus-charging and Industrial/Home Automation Kit positioning. It is an emerging peer in the integrated smart-energy niche for SMB and residential customers in Europe.

Broad incumbents

• Ionity: Ionity is a European high-power charging (HPC) joint venture among BMW, Mercedes, Ford, VW, and Hyundai, providing fast-charging infrastructure across European motorways. While focused on DC fast charging rather than DriWe's 22kW AC niche, it competes for the same Italian and European charging-installation tenders and is a major roaming counterpart.
• ChargePoint: ChargePoint is one of the largest global EV charging networks and equipment vendors, with a hardware-plus-software platform model directly comparable to DriWe Charge and the DriWe platform. It serves the same retail, hospitality, and fleet customer segments with a broader international footprint.
• Enel X Way: Enel X Way (now integrated into Endesa in some markets) is Italy's largest EV charging operator with tens of thousands of public and private charging points, dwarfing DriWe's 500+ installations. It is a broad incumbent in the same product category, serving similar B2B customers with overlapping charging, PV integration, and energy management capabilities.

Regional players

• A2A E-Mobility: A2A is a major Italian multi-utility (Milan and Lombardy-focused) building a public and private EV charging network, directly comparable to DriWe's B2B sales motion in its home region. As a utility-owned competitor with capital depth, it competes for the same retail, hospitality, and corporate accounts DriWe targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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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