What Upergy does

Upergy S.A. is a European distributor and light assembler of autonomous-energy products, founded in 1996 (originally as Prorisk in hygiene & safety) and refocused on batteries from 2013 onward. Listed on Euronext Growth Paris (ticker ALUPG) since January 15, 2007, the company is headquartered in Limonest, France, with controlling shareholder HELER SA (CEO David Buffelard's holding vehicle) and 251 full-time employees as of year-end 2025.

The company's core offering spans batteries, accumulators, chargers, portable lighting, solar products, and home-security devices, marketed through nine sub-brands (Allbatteries, Enix Power Solutions, Enix Energies, 1001 Piles Batteries, Microbatt) and two acquired brands (Hawk-Woods, GBS Batteries), supplemented by proprietary brands Nx and MB Security. Distribution is multichannel: 37 physical retail stores across France, Dom-Tom, Spain, and Belgium under the 1001 Piles Batteries banner, 9 e-commerce sites, a direct sales force organized by market segment (industry, electricity, BTP, maintenance, transport, telecoms, security), and reseller/wholesale networks. A 6,000 m² logistics center near Lyon and assembly workshops at Hawk-Woods (UK cinema/broadcast) and GBS Batteries (UK industrial backup) provide light-manufacturing capabilities. Upergy is certified to ISO 9001, 14001, 13485 (medical devices), 45001, and follows ISO 20400 responsible-procurement guidelines; the ISO 13485 certification underpins its NX-brand medical-device batteries for Class I, IIa, and IIb devices.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through one-time product sales (no subscription or service-recurring model is disclosed), with FY2025 revenue of €42.6M and a current operating result of -€1.6M. 47% of revenue is generated outside France across subsidiaries in the UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, Tunisia, and China. The business model is differentiated less by technology than by breadth of catalog, multi-brand positioning, regulatory certifications, and a battery reconditioning/refurbishment service that extends product lifecycles — features aimed at both consumer and professional/OEM customers.

Name

Upergy

Legal name

UPERGY S.A.

Website

https://upergy.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Upergy is a French-listed European distributor of batteries, accumulators, chargers, portable lighting, and solar products, serving consumers, professionals, and OEMs across nine sub-brands, 37 stores, and 9 e-commerce sites.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Battery Distribution and Autonomous Energy Solutions

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591), Appliance Repair and Maintenance (811412)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Batteries & Battery Packs (Rechargeable/Primary, Device-Specific Packs) (CRACATAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Spare Parts & Replacement Components Retail (Batteries, Screens, Chargers) (CRACAJAG), Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB), Battery Repair, Refurbishment & Remanufacturing Services (Module/Pack Repair, Rework) (EUAFACAI)

Keywords

• Battery distribution
• Autonomous energy solutions
• Industrial power products
• Rechargeable battery solutions
• Medical device batteries

Headquarters

HQ city

Champagne-au-mont-d'or

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Battery and Energy Solutions: Upergy generates revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of batteries, accumulators, chargers, portable lighting, solar products, and related accessories to both professional and consumer markets across Europe.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Upergy distributes and assembles a comprehensive range of autonomous energy products — including primary and rechargeable batteries, button cells, lead-acid and LiFePO4 batteries, starter batteries, chargers, portable lighting, solar equipment, home security products, drone and power tool batteries, and medical-device batteries — to professional and consumer customers across Europe through a multichannel network of 37 retail stores, 9 e-commerce sites, direct B2B sales teams, and reseller partners. The group also offers battery reconditioning/refurbishment services that extend product lifecycle by replacing defective cells and components.

Product overview

Upergy is a European manufacturer and distributor specializing in autonomous energy solutions (batteries, accumulators, chargers, portable lighting, solar products, and home security products). The company operates a multi-brand portfolio including owned sub-brands (Allbatteries, Enix Power Solutions, Enix Energies, 1001 Piles Batteries, Microbatt), acquired brands (Hawk-Woods, GBS Batteries), and proprietary brands (Nx, MB Security). The portfolio includes own-label products complemented by major brand partnerships (Duracell, Yuasa, Panasonic, Saft, Arts Energy, Exide). Upergy also offers battery refurbishment/reconditioning services to extend product lifecycle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Allbatteries: Specialist in batteries for all uses, offering a complete range for professionals in private and public sectors
• Enix Power Solutions
• 1001 Piles Batteries
• Enix Energies
• Hawk-Woods
• GBS Batteries
• Microbatt
• Nx
• MB Security

Products and services

• Allbatteries (professional battery range)
• 1001 Piles Batteries (retail store network)
• Enix Power Solutions (custom industrial energy)
• Enix Energies (specialized distribution)
• Hawk-Woods (camera and broadcast power solutions)
• GBS Batteries (industrial backup power)
• Microbatt (security market batteries)
• Nx proprietary brand (batteries and accumulators)
• MB Security proprietary brand
• Starter batteries (Batteries de Démarrage)
• Lead-acid and LiFePO4 batteries (Batteries Plomb et LiFePO4)
• Battery reconditioning / refurbishment service

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DuracellcoreOthersLong-standing supply partnership for battery products - major recognized brand in the industry
• YuasacoreOthersLong-standing supply partnership for battery products
• PanasoniccoreOthersLong-standing supply partnership for battery products
• SaftcoreOthersLong-standing supply partnership for battery products
• Arts EnergyminorOthersSupply partnership for battery products
• ExideminorOthersSupply partnership for battery products
• EcosystemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEco-organization for responsible end-of-life electrical equipment management. Since August 2025, Ecosystem is approved for all batteries. As a member, Upergy contributes to extending product lifecycles, encouraging second life use, and strengthening collection and recycling in a circular economy approach.
• Bpifrance Excellence NetworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness network for growth companies supported by Bpifrance, facilitating business connections and experience sharing among entrepreneurs
• La French FabminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFrench industry brand launched by the Minister of Economy, representing French industrial companies committed to developing French industry
• TenerrdisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompetitiveness cluster for sustainable energy, fostering growth and lasting jobs in renewable energy sector. Federates 270+ members including SMEs, startups, large groups, research centers and local authorities
• CARA (Cluster for Mobility Solutions)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean cluster for mobility solutions, co-building sustainable sectors and stimulating industrial innovation in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• VARTA AG: German battery manufacturer with broad consumer (household and button cells) and industrial (lithium-ion, microbatteries) product lines. Vertically integrated competitor that also supplies through distributors, competing with Upergy's own-brand and resale business.
• Saft (TotalEnergies): French industrial battery manufacturer specializing in lithium-ion and nickel-based solutions for aerospace, defense, energy storage, and industrial niches. A Upergy supplier historically, but also a competitor in custom industrial battery packs.
• EnerSys: Global industrial battery manufacturer with focus on reserve power, motive power, and military/aerospace applications. Competitor in Upergy's industrial backup battery business (GBS Batteries overlap) and broad global footprint.
• GS Yuasa Corporation: Japanese battery manufacturer (industrial, automotive, motorcycle) and one of Upergy's core suppliers. Overlap in starter batteries, industrial batteries, and specialty power solutions makes it a benchmark for both sourcing and competitive positioning.
• Exide Technologies: Global lead-acid and lithium battery manufacturer with strong European presence. Direct overlap in starter batteries, industrial backup, and motive power categories where Upergy competes.

Direct peers

• Ansmann AG: German-headquartered battery and charger distributor with very similar product portfolio (rechargeable, primary, chargers, power supplies) and B2B/B2C split across Europe. Closest direct peer to Upergy in scale and category.

Emerging players

• Camelion Battery: Multinational battery brand with broad consumer electronics battery portfolio. Competes in commoditized consumer battery categories where Upergy's 1001 Piles retail and Allbatteries operate.
• Tadiran Batteries: Specialized lithium primary and rechargeable battery manufacturer with focus on industrial, military, and metering applications. Competes with Upergy in specialty/industrial segments where reliability and customization matter.
• Cell-Con Custom Battery Packs: US-based custom battery pack assembler serving medical, industrial, and defense applications. Comparable to Enix Power Solutions and GBS Batteries for custom-engineered battery solutions.

Regional players

• Batteries Plus (Asurion): US franchise-based battery retail and services network with similar multi-channel model (retail stores, e-commerce, B2B services) to Upergy's 1001 Piles network. Comparable in services and remediation focus but geographically distinct.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/vdigroup
• Facebookfacebook.com/Upergy
• LinkedInfr.linkedin.com/company/upergy

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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