TAB Batteries

What TAB Batteries does

TAB Batteries (TAB Spain, S.L.) is a battery manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Barberà del Vallès (Barcelona), Spain, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Slovenian parent TAB d.d. Founded in 2005 to serve the Iberian market, the company manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of batteries across four product divisions: starting batteries (Arranque) for automotive, motorcycle, marine, and industrial vehicles; traction batteries for forklifts and material handling equipment; stationary and semi-traction batteries for solar, telecom, UPS, and renewable applications; and lithium-ion solutions including the E.Leisure multifunctional line and high-voltage stationary storage. Its product range spans lead-acid (conventional, EFB, AGM, gel), lithium-ion, and proprietary technologies including 5G NANOTEC (up to 7-year warranty), Aqualess PzS traction cells with 12-week water refill intervals, and e.storage High Voltage systems engineered for 15+ year lifespan. The Barcelona facility has capacity for approximately 5,000 batteries per day and the company maintains 242+ battery charger references, positioning it as a single-source supplier for starter, traction, stationary, and charging hardware.

The company generates revenue through a hybrid go-to-market model combining direct sales via six regional divisions across Spain and Portugal (TAB Este, Centro, Noroeste, Sur Industrial, Sur Arranque, Norte Industrial), indirect distribution through independent wholesalers, OEM supply to European manufacturers including Volkswagen Group, BMW, Daimler, Airbus, Jungheinrich, Linde, Still, Toyota, and Stöcklin, the EXPERTAB exclusive professional network for workshops, and an exclusive solar distribution arrangement with BET Solar. Supporting services include technical assistance (SAT), professional training, and battery recycling under the Eco Motion brand. TAB Spain is part of TAB Group, which operates 9 international subsidiaries across five continents with primary manufacturing at a gigafactory in Crna na Koroškem, Slovenia.

Recent strategic activity in 2024-2025 reflects a shift from Iberian consolidation to international expansion and lithium/high-voltage storage development. Specifically, TAB created TAB UK through a 51% acquisition of Battery Service Hub in March 2025, acquired 100% of AKUVAL BAT forming TAB Levante in January 2025, integrated Madrid-based GESTIONBAT in April 2025, entered a strategic alliance with Riello for e.storage High Voltage in April 2025, launched the EXPERTAB exclusive network in April 2025, and inaugurated a Pamplona R&D hub for lithium battery development in May 2024.

Name

TAB Batteries

Legal name

TAB SPAIN, S. L.

Website

https://www.tabspain.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TAB Batteries (TAB Spain, S.L.) is a Barcelona-based battery manufacturer and distributor serving the Iberian market with starting, traction, stationary, and lithium-ion batteries via direct regional divisions, OEM supply, and the EXPERTAB professional network, as a subsidiary of Slovenia's TAB Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial and Automotive Battery Manufacturing

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Batteries & 12V/Low-Voltage Energy Storage Manufacturing (IMACAJAJ), Industrial Material Handling & Warehouse Charging (forklift/AGV chargers, battery swapping) (IMAGAHAG), Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB), Battery Recycling, Second-Life & End-of-Life Handling Services (TLAKAMAD)

Keywords

• Automotive starting batteries
• Industrial traction batteries
• Stationary energy storage
• Solar photovoltaic batteries
• Lithium-ion leisure batteries

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Starting/Arranque Batteries: Sale of batteries for passenger cars, motorcycles, industrial vehicles, agricultural vehicles, and boats. Includes conventional, EFB, AGM, and specialty batteries such as TAB Magic, Magic Truck, Magic Nano, TAB 3G ECOTEC, Ocean TAB series for marine applications, and E.Leisure lithium multifunctional batteries.
2. Traction Batteries: Sale of industrial traction batteries for forklifts and material handling equipment. Includes Aqualess series (Aqua 4, 8, 12) with PzS technology for low-maintenance operation, as well as gel and AGM variants.
3. Stationary/Semitraccion Batteries: Sale of stationary batteries for solar installations, wind energy, telecommunications, UPS, and industrial backup power. Includes OPzS, TOPzS, OPzV (GEL), Motion Monoblock, and e.storage High Voltage product lines.
4. Battery Chargers: Sale of industrial battery chargers across 4 product ranges including high-frequency (single-phase and three-phase) and conventional chargers (Simple Slope and Fast Charge), totalling 242+ references.
5. Accessories: Sale of battery accessories including terminal covers, holders, and related maintenance/handling products.
6. Technical Services: Technical assistance and maintenance services for industrial batteries via a mobile service fleet (SAT - Servicio de Asistencia Técnica), as well as battery recycling services under the Eco Motion program.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

TAB Batteries manufactures, distributes and services a full range of batteries (lead-acid conventional/EFB/AGM/gel and lithium-ion) for automotive starting, motorcycles, marine, caravans, industrial traction, stationary power, solar storage, and 5G telecom/UPS applications, together with industrial battery chargers, accessories, and complementary technical-assistance (SAT) and recycling (Eco Motion) services, sold through regional sales divisions, distributors and OEM agreements across the Iberian Peninsula and beyond.

Product overview

TAB Batteries is a comprehensive battery solutions provider offering products across multiple segments: automotive (starting batteries for cars, motorcycles, and industrial vehicles including Magic 5G NANOTEC, Magic Truck, EFB, AGM technologies), marine (Ocean series including Ocean, Ocean Supply, and Ocean Twin), renewable energy (solar batteries, Kit Solar, e.storage High Voltage systems), industrial applications (traction, semi-traction, stationary batteries including Aqualess, OPzS, TOPzS, OPzV), and lithium-ion solutions (E.Leisure and high voltage systems). The company also provides supporting services including technical assistance (SAT), the EXPERTAB professional network, battery recycling (Eco Motion), and training programs. The product portfolio includes over 12 distinct product categories covering the full battery lifecycle from starting to deep-cycle applications, with technologies spanning lead-acid, AGM, GEL, EFB, and lithium-ion. TAB serves markets across five continents through an international network of subsidiaries and distributors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EXPERTAB: Exclusive network for workshops and distributors offering support, training, and differential advantages.
• Ocean TAB
• Magic Truck
• 5G NANOTEC
• TAB E.MODULE L5.1
• e.storage
• Motion BCI
• E.LEISURE
• Eco Motion
• Aquabess

Products and services

• Starting Batteries (Coches, Motos, Industrial Vehicles) Lead-acid and advanced batteries (conventional, EFB, AGM) for passenger cars, motorcycles, quads, light commercial vehicles, trucks, buses, agricultural equipment and heavy industrial vehicles, including start-stop-compatible technologies.
• TAB Magic 5G NANOTEC Premium starting battery with 7-year warranty, ~200 additional CCA versus conventional batteries, 2x charge/discharge cycle resistance, and Fast Pass Through expanded grid technology.
• TAB Magic Truck Heavy-duty batteries for trucks and commercial vehicles with high power demands, featuring nanotechnology for enhanced performance and extended service life.
• TAB EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery for Start-Stop) Enhanced Flooded Battery technology for start-stop vehicles, providing improved cycling performance and charge acceptance, including the EFB Box C for Euro 6 commercial vehicles.
• TAB AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) Absorbent Glass Mat batteries for advanced start-stop systems and vehicles with high electrical demands, including renewed terminal cover design (April 2025).
• Marine Batteries (Ocean TAB series: Ocean, Ocean Supply, Ocean Twin) Marine batteries for boat starting applications and onboard electrical supply with high cranking power and low self-discharge, including Ocean (starting), Ocean Supply (GEL, hermetic) and Ocean Twin (dual-purpose AGM).
• Caravan / RV Batteries Deep-cycle batteries designed for recreational vehicles and caravans, supporting on-board electrical equipment during leisure use.
• Aqualess Traction Batteries (Aqua 4, Aqua 8, Aqua 12) Traction batteries for forklifts and material handling with PzS tubular plate technology and electrolyte mixing via built-in air pump, extending water refill intervals up to 12 weeks; certified EN60254-1 / IEC254-1.
• Semi-Traction Batteries Batteries combining starting and deep cycling capabilities for dual-purpose industrial and commercial applications.
• e.storage High Voltage Stationary Storage High-voltage stationary lithium storage system with 15+ year lifespan, native Riello HBS DC bus compatibility, designed for industrial and hospitality energy management including grid failure response, peak shaving and OMIE price-based energy trading.
• Stationary Batteries (OPzS, TOPzS, OPzV GEL, Motion Monoblock) OPzS, TOPzS, OPzV (GEL) and Motion Monoblock stationary batteries for solar, wind, telecommunications, UPS and industrial backup power applications.
• Kit Solar (with TAB E.MODULE L5.1 batteries) Complete solar self-consumption kit for residential homes and small single-phase commercial installations, bundying TAB E.MODULE L5.1 lithium battery packs and solar BOS components.
• TAB E.Leisure Lithium-Ion Batteries Multifunctional lithium-ion leisure batteries for motorhomes, caravans, marine leisure and off-grid recreational applications, with environmentally friendly design.
• 5G Series UPS Telecom Batteries Battery solutions specifically designed for 5G telecommunications base stations and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) backup applications.
• TAB Motion BCI European-manufactured BCI standard automotive battery positioned as a high-quality, reliable, durable option across multiple applications.
• TAB 3G ECOTEC Battery solution designed for older vehicles, providing reliable starting power for legacy automotive applications.
• Industrial Battery Chargers Industrial battery chargers across 4 product lines, including high-frequency (single- and three-phase) and conventional Simple Slope and Fast Charge models, with 242+ catalog references.
• Battery Accessories (Terminal Covers, Holders, etc.) Battery accessories including terminal covers, holders and related maintenance/handling products sold alongside TAB batteries.
• Servicio de Asistencia Técnica (SAT) — Industrial Battery Maintenance Technical assistance and field maintenance service for industrial batteries through a mobile service fleet (SAT) of fully equipped mobile workshops.
• Eco Motion Battery Recycling Service End-of-life battery collection and recycling service that closes the lifecycle loop for car batteries sold by TAB.
• EXPERTAB Professional Network Exclusive partnership program for workshops and distributors providing preferential commercial terms, training, marketing support, online visibility, points/rewards catalogue, and event access.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 200 additional CCA (cold cranking amps) vs conventional batteries with TAB 5G NANOTEC
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• GESTIONBATminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025GESTIONBAT, a Madrid-based company, joined the TAB Group structure from April 2025 as a strategic integration strengthening TAB's presence in the Madrid/Central Spain market.
• RiellocoreTechnology or Integration · 23 April 2025Strategic collaboration between Riello and TAB Group ensuring full compatibility between Riello HBS power electronics and TAB e.storage High Voltage battery range. The integration enables industrial/hospitality energy management with 15+ year battery lifespan, grid failure response without zero-crossing, peak shaving, OMIE price-based energy trading, and generator fuel optimization. Considered a revolution in off-grid energy management.
• AGR TeamminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2025Sponsorship agreement for the 2026 FIM MotoJunior World Championship season. TAB Spain will have prominent brand visibility on the AGR Team motorcycle, in the pit box, and on rider race suits. Directed by Anscari Nadal.
• Battery Service Hub (BSH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2025TAB d.d. (Slovenia) acquired 51% of Battery Service Hub, creating TAB UK. BSH had operated independently for 12 years as a battery and industrial charger solutions provider. The integration consolidates TAB's presence in the UK market.
• AKUVAL BATminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025TAB Spain acquired 100% of AKUVAL BAT and created TAB Levante in January 2025, a strategic integration reinforcing TAB's leadership in the Iberian battery market.
• BET SolarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 January 2019Exclusive distribution agreement for TAB solar and stationary battery products in Spain and Portugal. BET Solar distributes all TAB stationary solar products and jointly exhibited with TAB at Genera 2023. Partnership later expanded from initial agreement to full exclusivity.
• IntervieraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 September 2018Partnership agreement with Interviera to manage TAB Noroeste, covering Galicia, provinces of León, Zamora, Salamanca, and northern Portugal (up to Porto).

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Varta AG: German automotive and industrial battery manufacturer producing SLI, AGM, EFB, and lithium batteries across automotive, industrial, and micro-battery segments. Direct competitor to TAB in the European automotive starting and industrial battery markets, with comparable product breadth and OEM-first equipment relationships.
• Exide Technologies: US-headquartered global battery manufacturer producing lead-acid batteries for automotive, industrial motive power, and stationary/network power applications. Closest direct peer to TAB in terms of multi-vertical lead-acid focus and European OEM presence (including Iberia), competing directly across starting, traction, and stationary lines.
• EnerSys: US-listed global leader in industrial batteries including motive power (forklift traction), stationary (telecom/UPS), and specialty solutions. Direct peer to TAB's traction (Aqualess) and stationary divisions, competing for the same forklift OEM (Jungheinrich, Toyota, Linde) and telecom/UPS customers across Europe.
• GS Yuasa: Japanese battery manufacturer producing automotive (including start-stop AGM/EFB), motorcycle, industrial, and lithium-ion batteries globally. Direct competitor to TAB in automotive starting and motorcycle battery segments across European markets, with similar broad vertical coverage.
• Banner Batteries: Austrian lead-acid battery manufacturer with strong European presence producing SLI, AGM, EFB, and commercial vehicle batteries. Direct competitor to TAB in the automotive aftermarket and OEM channels across German-speaking and broader European markets, with comparable product portfolio.
• Hoppecke Industrial Batteries: German family-owned manufacturer specializing in industrial traction batteries (forklifts, AGVs) and stationary energy storage systems including lithium-ion. Closest direct peer to TAB's Aqualess traction and e.storage stationary product lines, with deep relationships across European forklift OEMs and grid operators.
• Yuasa Battery (Europe): European arm of GS Yuasa focused on automotive, motorcycle, and commercial vehicle batteries. Direct competitor to TAB in motorcycle batteries (141+ reference range) and automotive SLI across European distribution channels including Iberia.
• Rolls Battery Engineering: Canadian manufacturer of premium lead-acid batteries for renewable energy, telecom backup, and industrial applications. Comparable to TAB's stationary/solar division (OPzS, OPzV, Motion Monoblock) and competes in the same deep-cycle, long-lifespan storage segment across international markets.
• Midac Batteries: Italian battery manufacturer producing traction, stationary, and automotive batteries with strong Southern European presence. Most direct geographic peer to TAB in the Mediterranean/Iberian industrial battery market, competing for forklift OEM and renewable energy customers.

Broad incumbents

• Saft (TotalEnergies): French industrial battery specialist (now part of TotalEnergies) producing advanced lithium-ion and nickel-based batteries for space, defense, telecom, and grid energy storage. Comparable to TAB's stationary/energy storage ambitions but at significantly larger scale and technology scope; competes in C&I storage where TAB is positioning via the Riello partnership.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/TabSpain
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tab-spain

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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