KENO
KENO Sp. z o.o. is a Poland-based B2B manufacturer and wholesale distributor of photovoltaic systems, mounting structures, and switchgear, serving solar installers and distributors across Europe through a proprietary B2B platform and regional entities in Portugal, Italy, and the Czech Republic.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2008
- HeadquartersGliwice, Poland
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What KENO does
KENO Sp. z o.o. is a Poland-based B2B manufacturer and distributor of photovoltaic (PV) and renewable energy solutions, headquartered in Gliwice with regional operating entities in Portugal (KENO IBERIA LDA), Italy (KENO ITALIA S.R.L.), and the Czech Republic (Frankensolar Eastern Europe s.r.o.). The company serves hundreds of solar installers, contractors, and wholesale distributors across Europe through a proprietary B2B e-commerce platform (b2b.keno-energy.com) and the MyKENO mobile application, with multilingual support across nine European languages.
The company's product portfolio spans three layers. First, in-house manufactured products include KENO mounting structures (Konstrukcje KENO), KENO solar carports (Carporty KENO), and KENO electrical distribution cabinets (Rozdzielnice KENO), all produced on proprietary production lines with internal quality control. Second, distribution of third-party photovoltaic components — solar modules, inverters, energy storage, and HVAC products — through authorized partnerships with tier-1 manufacturers including LONGi Solar, Huawei, and Fronius. Third, value-added services including an energy management system (EMS KENO), certified installer training through UDT (Urząd Dozoru Technicznego) accreditation, technical support, design services, and reactive power compensation.
KENO operates an exclusively B2B wholesale model requiring verified business customers with Polish tax identification numbers (NIP). The company self-classifies as a 'large entrepreneur' under Polish law (Dz. U. z 2019 r. poz. 118). The KENO Group encompasses six wholly-owned subsidiaries — Kensol (PV and HVAC manufacturing), N.Renewables (project development, financing integration, and energy trading), Frankensolar (Pan-European PV distribution), KENO Energia (green electricity trading), Emiter (PV installation monitoring), and KENO HOME (premium modular housing) — orchestrating an integrated renewable energy ecosystem from manufacturing through end-consumer electricity supply. Marketing and customer engagement leverage paid digital advertising, an OpenAI-powered website chatbot, and industry event participation.
KENO firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- KENO
- Legal name
- KENO Sp. z o.o.
- Website
- https://keno-energy.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2008
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- KENO Sp. z o.o. is a Poland-based B2B manufacturer and wholesale distributor of photovoltaic systems, mounting structures, and switchgear, serving solar installers and distributors across Europe through a proprietary B2B platform and regional entities in Portugal, Italy, and the Czech Republic.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
KENO industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Solar Photovoltaic Equipment Distribution & Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Hardware Merchant Wholesalers (423710)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Cables, Connectors & Electrical BOS Components Manufacturing (MV/HV, Subsea, Harnesses) (EUAMAHAK)
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Where KENO is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Gliwice
- HQ country
- Poland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices7 records
Markets served
KENO business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Distribution: Distribution of photovoltaic components (solar panels, inverters, energy storage), mounting structures, carports, switchgear, and HVAC products from leading manufacturers. Fast access to components through extensive warehouse infrastructure.
- Proprietary Manufacturing: In-house production of mounting structures, carports, and switchgear on own production lines, ensuring full quality control and functional, durable, safe solutions.
- Training and Education Services: Certified training programs for installers as an Accredited Training Center of UDT (Urząd Dozoru Technicznego). Collaborates with universities and manufacturers, combining academic knowledge with practice.
- R&D Services: Research and development investments to continuously improve solution quality, testing new technologies and implementing innovative concepts that increase energy efficiency.
- Design Services: Project design department offering support for complex installations and investments.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B Wholesale - Business customers only |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels12 records
KENO product offering
Product offeringCore offering
KENO manufactures and distributes photovoltaic (PV) systems, mounting structures, carports, electrical distribution cabinets, and HVAC equipment for solar energy projects. Operating as a B2B wholesale supplier, KENO sells both its own-manufactured branded products (Konstrukcje KENO, Carporty KENO, Rozdzielnice KENO) and distributed components from leading PV manufacturers (solar modules, inverters, energy storage) to installers, distributors, and project developers across Europe through a proprietary B2B e-commerce platform and direct commercial sales team.
Product overview
KENO is a Polish renewable energy group operating as both a manufacturer and distributor of comprehensive solar PV solutions. The product portfolio is organized around three pillars: (1) own-manufactured products — mounting structures (Konstrukcje KENO), solar carports (Carporty KENO), and electrical distribution cabinets (Rozdzielnice KENO), all produced on KENO's own production lines for quality control; (2) a B2B distribution platform and mobile app (MyKENO) for ordering products from leading manufacturers (solar modules, inverters, energy storage); and (3) value-added services including an energy management system (EMS KENO), certified training (Akredytowany Ośrodek Szkoleniowy UDT), technical support, design services, and reactive power compensation. The group ecosystem includes subsidiaries Kensol (PV/HVAC manufacturing), N. Renewables (large-scale project development), Frankensolar (European PV component distribution), KENO Energia (green electricity trading), Emiter (PV monitoring), and KENO HOME (premium modular homes). KENO also operates an AI-powered Chat AI for customer inquiries on its website.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- KENO HOME: Nowoczesne, energooszczędne domy modułowe klasy premium, tworzone z myślą o komforcie, estetyce i zrównoważonym stylu życia.
- KENSOL
- N.Renewables
- emiter.net.pl
- Frankensolar
- KENO Energia
Products and services
- Konstrukcje KENO (KENO Mounting Structures) Mounting system constructions for solar PV installations, manufactured on KENO's own production lines to ensure quality control, durability, and safety. Designed for professional solar installers and project developers.
- Carporty KENO (KENO Solar Carports) Solar carport structures that combine vehicle shelter with photovoltaic power generation, manufactured in-house by KENO for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.
- Rozdzielnice KENO (KENO Distribution Cabinets) Electrical distribution cabinets and switchgear produced on KENO's own manufacturing lines for PV and electrical installations, providing full quality control.
- EMS KENO (Energy Management System) Energy management system providing real-time monitoring, optimization, and full control of energy consumption and generation from a single platform for solar PV installations.
- Kensol (PV and HVAC Systems) Photovoltaic (PV) systems and HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) products manufactured by Kensol, a wholly-owned subsidiary within the KENO Group.
- KENO B2B Wholesale Platform Proprietary wholesale B2B e-commerce platform at b2b.keno-energy.com enabling registered business customers to place orders, check real-time pricing and product availability, generate quotes, and access technical documentation.
- MyKENO Mobile Application Mobile application for B2B customers providing access to promotions, discounts, and ordering functionality on mobile devices. Available on Google Play and Apple App Store.
- N.Renewables Project Development Services End-to-end renewable energy investment services for industrial and large-scale PV projects, integrating project development, financing, execution, and energy trading, delivered by N.Renewables, a KENO Group subsidiary.
- KENO HOME Modular Homes Modern, energy-efficient premium modular homes designed for comfort, aesthetics, and sustainable living, offered by KENO HOME, a wholly-owned KENO Group subsidiary.
- Emiter PV Monitoring Systems Innovative PV installation monitoring systems and ongoing technical support services for installed solar PV systems, provided by Emiter (emiter.net.pl), a KENO Group subsidiary.
- Frankensolar Distribution Services Solar technology distribution services supplying PV components to businesses across Europe, operated by Frankensolar, a KENO Group company with operations in the Czech Republic and beyond.
- KENO Energia Renewable Electricity Trading Electricity trading services selling 100% renewable-source electricity to customers, operated by KENO Energia within the KENO Group ecosystem.
- KENO Certified Training Services (Szkolenia KENO) Certified training programs for renewable energy (OZE) professionals delivered by KENO as an Accredited Training Center of UDT (Urząd Dozoru Technicznego), collaborating with universities and manufacturers.
- KENO Design Department Services (Dział Projektowy) Engineering and design services for custom solar PV and electrical installation projects, provided by KENO's in-house project design department for complex installations and investments.
- Reactive Power Compensation Services (Kompensacja Mocy Biernej) Reactive power compensation services designed to improve power factor and reduce energy losses in electrical installations, offered as a standalone service to B2B customers.
- OZE Renewable Energy Components Distribution Wholesale distribution of renewable energy products including solar modules (e.g., LONGi Solar Hi-MO X10), inverters, energy storage systems, and related components sourced from leading manufacturers such as LONGi, Huawei, and Fronius.
- HVAC Products Distribution Wholesale distribution of HVAC products and systems for residential and commercial buildings, offered alongside KENO's solar PV portfolio.
Quantifiable outcome
- Full lifecycle support from consultation through design, manufacturing, distribution, and installation support for PV investments
Companies that use KENO
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
KENO technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
AI capability2 records
Feature6 records
KENO partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- N.RenewablescoreN.Renewables is a company within the KENO group specializing in comprehensive renewable energy investment services. It provides full support from analysis through energy trading as a single partner at every stage of the process. Integrates products, financing, and execution, creating synergy that translates into tangible results. Focuses on photovoltaic projects and solutions for industry and large PV installations.
- KENO HOMEcoreModern, energy-efficient modular homes of premium class, created with focus on comfort, aesthetics, and sustainable lifestyle. Part of the KENO Group ecosystem.
- KensolcoreSpecializes in production of photovoltaic (PV) systems and heating (HVAC) systems. Contributes to the KENO Group's integrated product ecosystem.
- FrankensolarcoreDistributor of solar technology specializing in supplying PV components to businesses across Europe. Part of the KENO Group distribution network.
- KENO EnergiacoreCompany engaged in electricity trading from 100% renewable sources. Part of the KENO Group, enabling integrated renewable energy solutions from production to energy trading.
- EmitercoreDelivers innovative PV installation monitoring systems and technical support. Part of the KENO Group ecosystem providing monitoring and support capabilities for installed systems.
- Meta Platforms (Facebook, Instagram)minorMarketing and advertising partner via Meta Pixel for conversion tracking and remarketing campaigns on Facebook and Instagram platforms.
- UDT (Urząd Dozoru Technicznego) - Polish Office of Technical InspectioncoreAccredited Training Center status enabling KENO to issue certified installer training. UDT is the Polish government body overseeing technical inspection. Collaboration enables certified installer education programs.
- LONGi SolarcoreAuthorized distribution partner for LONGi Solar photovoltaic modules including the Hi-MO X10 series (e.g., LR7-54HVB 470W). Featured promotional partner for new product launches.
- HuaweicoreAuthorized distribution partner for Huawei solar and energy storage products. Active promotional partner with cashback campaigns for selected Huawei products.
- FroniuscoreAuthorized distribution partner for Fronius energy storage products including the Fronius Reserva Pro, a new product highlight on the KENO platform.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
KENO competitors and assessment
Company assessmentOthers
- Fronius International: Austrian inverter and energy storage manufacturer and KENO distribution partner (Reserva Pro); included as a counterparty reference for inverter/storage category dynamics impacting KENO's portfolio.
- LONGi Solar: Tier-1 PV module manufacturer and key KENO supplier partner (Hi-MO X10 series); included as a counterparty reference for understanding KENO's distribution economics and partnership leverage.
Direct peers
- Schletter Group: European manufacturer of solar mounting structures and ground-mount systems—competes head-to-head with KENO's proprietary mounting offering for installer and project developer accounts.
- Krannich Solar: One of Europe's largest PV wholesalers with operations across more than 25 countries, distributing modules, inverters, storage, and mounting systems to installers—closely overlapping KENO's core wholesale B2B business.
- Memodo: European B2B distributor specializing in PV components, energy storage, and e-mobility infrastructure for installers and project developers—a comparable specialist wholesaler serving overlapping customers.
- K2 Systems: Manufacturer of PV mounting systems for rooftop and ground-mount projects across Europe—directly competing with KENO's in-house Konstrukcje KENO mounting structures on both quality and configurability.
- Soleos Solar: European PV distributor supplying modules, inverters, and BOS components to installers in German-speaking and adjacent markets—a directly comparable B2B wholesaler to KENO's installer base.
- IBC Solar: Germany-headquartered PV system distributor and EPC with European-wide operations, partnering with tier-1 module and inverter manufacturers to serve installers—directly comparable to KENO's distribution-plus-services model.
Broad incumbents
- BayWa r.e. Global renewable energy developer, distributor, and EPC with deep European PV presence operating at materially larger scale than KENO—relevant as a broad incumbent competitor for both distribution and project development tenders.
- Würth Solar (Würth Group): PV and electrical equipment distribution arm of the broader Würth industrial group, serving installers across multiple European countries with broader product depth and logistics scale than KENO.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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KENO leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
KENO subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
KENO funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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KENO M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about KENO
What does KENO do?
KENO manufactures and distributes photovoltaic (PV) systems, mounting structures, carports, electrical distribution cabinets, and HVAC equipment for solar energy projects. Operating as a B2B wholesale supplier, KENO sells both its own-manufactured branded products (Konstrukcje KENO, Carporty KENO, Rozdzielnice KENO) and distributed components from leading PV manufacturers (solar modules, inverters, energy storage) to installers, distributors, and project developers across Europe through a proprietary B2B e-commerce platform and direct commercial sales team.
Is KENO a public or private company?
KENO is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was KENO founded?
KENO was founded in 2008. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is KENO based?
KENO is headquartered in Gliwice, Poland, in the Europe region.
How does KENO make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Product Distribution is the primary driver. The others are proprietary Manufacturing, training and Education Services, R&D Services and design Services.
Who are KENO's main competitors?
Others on record are Fronius International and LONGi Solar. Direct peers are Schletter Group, Krannich Solar, Memodo, K2 Systems, Soleos Solar and IBC Solar. Broad incumbents are BayWa r.e. and Würth Solar (Würth Group).
Does KENO have an API?
No public API is recorded for KENO.
What industry is KENO in?
KENO's product category is Solar Photovoltaic Equipment Distribution & Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAMAHAK, Cables, Connectors & Electrical BOS Components Manufacturing (MV/HV, Subsea, Harnesses). Its NAICS code is 423710 and its SIC code is 5084.