KSTAR New Energy

What KSTAR New Energy does

KSTAR New Energy is the international trading and distribution brand of Shenzhen KSTAR Science and Technology Co., Ltd., a Shenzhen-headquartered Chinese power electronics manufacturer founded in 1993 with over 30 years of operating history. The company designs and sells PV inverters (residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale), residential and commercial battery energy storage systems, AC and DC EV chargers, and modular data center power solutions, with a cumulative 68GW of PV installations delivered and a claimed Top 5 global ranking in Uninterruptible Power Supply. Its technology foundation is power conversion and energy management electronics, layered with monitoring and integrated solution packages such as the C&I Smart PV-Storage-Charging bundle.

The business model is hardware-led: revenue comes from unit sales of inverters, storage systems, chargers, and modular data center infrastructure, sold either directly to enterprise customers (utility-scale and data center) or through a network of authorized local distributors in residential and mid-market segments. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through an inquiry-based contact flow on the website. The company does not appear to monetize software, services, or recurring contracts as distinct revenue lines.

Go-to-market is channel-driven and event-driven: KSTAR maintains localized websites in eight countries across Europe (Spain, Germany, Poland, Netherlands, Italy, France), Latin America (Brazil), and Australia, attends major international solar and energy storage exhibitions (Intersolar Europe, Solar & Storage Live Nigeria, Syria Energy), and signs distribution agreements at these venues to extend its channel. Customer coverage is horizontal, spanning residential, C&I, utility-scale, and data center operators across 180+ markets. The disclosed employee count of 105 against the brand's global scale claims indicates that the analyzed entity is materially smaller than the broader Shenzhen parent group, and the financial and operational scope of the parent should be considered separately.

Name

KSTAR New Energy

Legal name

Shenzhen KSTAR Science and Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://kstar.eu

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

KSTAR New Energy, the international brand of Shenzhen-based Shenzhen KSTAR Science and Technology Co., Ltd., manufactures PV inverters, battery energy storage systems, EV chargers, and modular data center power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, utility-scale, and data center customers across 180+ global markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Power Electronics

NAICS

Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311), Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612), Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Inverters, Power Electronics & MLPE (String/Central Inverters, Optimizers, Microinverters) (EUAMABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Inverters, Power Optimizers & MLPE Manufacturing (EUAMAHAB), Automotive Charging Hardware Manufacturing (On-board Chargers, Charge Inlets, DC-DC) (IMACAJAK), Power Electronics Manufacturing (Inverters/DC-DC/Onboard Chargers) (IMACACAD), Renewable Power Electronics & Advanced Inverters R&D (SiC/GaN, Grid-Forming, HVDC Converter Tech) (EUAMAOAF)

Keywords

• Solar PV inverters
• Energy storage systems
• EV charging stations
• Data center power
• Power electronics manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. PV Inverter Sales: Sale of residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale PV inverters for solar energy systems
2. Energy Storage System Sales: Sale of residential and commercial energy storage systems for solar energy storage and backup power applications
3. EV Charger Sales: Sale of AC and DC EV chargers for electric vehicle charging infrastructure
4. Data Center Solutions: Sale of modular data center solutions and related power infrastructure products

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

KSTAR New Energy designs, manufactures, and sells PV inverters, battery energy storage systems, and EV chargers for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar applications. The company also offers modular data center power infrastructure solutions and integrated C&I smart PV-storage-charging systems combining solar generation, storage, and EV charging. Products are sold globally through regional websites and a network of authorized local distributors.

Product overview

KSTAR New Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of clean energy products organized into three main pillars: PV Inverters (residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale), Energy Storage Systems (residential and commercial), and EV Chargers (AC and DC). The company also provides Data Center Solutions and integrated solution packages combining solar, storage, and EV charging capabilities. The product architecture follows a core product plus sub-product structure, with inverters and energy storage forming the foundation, complemented by monitoring systems, EV charging infrastructure, and turnkey solutions for specific market segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PV Inverters Photovoltaic inverters that convert DC power from solar panels into AC power, offered in residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale variants for homeowners, businesses, and utility project developers.
• Energy Storage Systems Battery energy storage systems that store excess solar energy for later use and provide backup power, available in residential and commercial variants for homeowners and commercial facilities.
• EV Chargers Electric vehicle charging stations including AC chargers for residential and workplace use and DC fast chargers for commercial and public charging applications.
• Data Center Solutions Modular and smart data center power infrastructure solutions, including UPS systems, enabling efficient, scalable, and reliable data center operations with green energy integration for data center operators.
• C&I Smart PV-Storage-Charging Solution Integrated Commercial & Industrial solution combining solar PV generation, battery energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure for comprehensive on-site energy management at commercial and industrial facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 68GW of PV installations completed globally
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Intersolar Europe Distribution PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 June 2026KSTAR signed new distribution agreements at Intersolar Europe 2026 for their C&I Smart PV-Storage-Charging Solution, expanding their European distribution network.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Sungrow Power Supply: World's largest PV inverter manufacturer based in China, offering string, central, and hybrid inverters plus energy storage systems for utility, C&I, and residential segments — directly comparable to KSTAR's core solar inverter and ESS portfolio.
• SMA Solar Technology: German-headquartered PV inverter specialist serving residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets with strong European brand presence. Directly comparable to KSTAR's inverter portfolio and a key competitor in European tenders.
• Huawei Digital Power: Dominant Chinese PV inverter and smart PV+ESS solution provider serving utility-scale and C&I markets globally. Directly competes with KSTAR in string inverters, fusion solar solutions, and grid-forming storage.
• SolarEdge Technologies: Israeli designer of power optimizers, string inverters, and storage for residential and C&I solar. Competes with KSTAR in the MLPE/string inverter segment and overlapping C&I storage solutions.
• Enphase Energy: Global microinverter and home battery (IQ Battery) provider focused on residential solar+storage. Comparable to KSTAR's residential inverter and residential ESS offerings, especially in markets where module-level electronics dominate.
• GoodWe: Chinese PV inverter and energy storage company with overlapping residential, C&I, and utility-scale product lines and global distribution channels. Highly comparable to KSTAR in both product scope and channel-led go-to-market.
• ABB E-mobility: Global EV charging hardware provider offering AC and DC fast chargers for residential, commercial, and public use. Directly comparable to KSTAR's EV charger product line and a key competitor in commercial charging deployments.
• Vertiv Holdings: Critical digital infrastructure provider offering UPS, power management, and modular data-center solutions. Directly comparable to KSTAR's data-center UPS and modular power offerings stemming from its parent UPS heritage.
• Growatt New Energy: Leading Chinese PV inverter and storage manufacturer offering residential, commercial, and utility-scale inverters alongside battery storage — a near-clone of KSTAR's product architecture and customer segmentation.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation incumbent with broad PV inverter, storage, EV charging, and data-center infrastructure portfolios. Overlaps KSTAR across multiple product lines but serves as a much larger established competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KstarLtd
• Facebookfacebook.com/KSTARNW
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kstar-new-energy-co-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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