Wellborne, concepteur de stations / bornes de recharge pour voitures électriques

What Wellborne, concepteur de stations / bornes de recharge pour voitures électriques does

Wellborne is a French designer and manufacturer of electric vehicle charging stations, operating as a brand of RP Technology SAS, a private company registered in Monistrol-sur-Loire, France (capital social €10,000, SIREN 880005863). The company sells a vertically integrated product portfolio spanning five tiers — Black Access (entry-level AC 7.4–22 kW), Zen (mid-range AC 7.4–44 kW, including dual-output variants), Quick (DC fast 20–80 kW), Fast (DC 60–200 kW with a combined AC/DC option), and Ultra (DC superchargers 180–480 kW) — manufactured in its own facilities in China and certified for the European market (CE, NF, TUV, MID, GIREVE CPO/EMSP). The ecosystem extends beyond hardware to include the LMS 2.0 dynamic load management system (up to 64 charge points, 240 kW capacity), the Wellborne Plus mobile app, the EV MAP payment terminal and supervision platform, and Wellborne Finance for equipment financing.

The company addresses B2B customers including enterprises, corporate fleets, government agencies, hotels, retail sites, automotive dealers, and residential users, plus transport and logistics operators as a secondary segment. Distribution is multi-channel: direct e-commerce for residential buyers, a growing network of distributors (automotive groups, IRVE-certified specialists, integrated systems developers) for enterprise sales, and IRVE-certified installers and TFI technicians for deployment and maintenance. Pricing is publicly disclosed for most SKUs (€780 to over €24,852 per unit), with B2B enterprise pricing routed through the distributor network. Products use the OCPP 1.6 JSON protocol for interoperability with third-party charging management platforms and roaming networks.

The business model is primarily hardware sales with adjunct managed services (supervision platform, payment processing, financing). Wellborne employs approximately 10 people, has no disclosed external funding, and is founder/management-owned with Steven Riou identified as director of publication. The company is actively operating with an active website, product catalog, social media presence, and distributor network across France.

Name

Wellborne, concepteur de stations / bornes de recharge pour voitures électriques

Legal name

RP Technology SAS

Website

https://wellborne.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Wellborne is a French designer and manufacturer of EV charging stations (7.4 kW AC to 480 kW DC), produced in China and sold across France through distributors, IRVE-certified installers, and direct e-commerce to enterprises, fleets, governments, hospitality, and residential customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Stations

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAGAHAH

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

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Batteries, Energy Storage & Charging Equipment (Industrial ESS, chargers)

SECONDARYTLAKAMAE

EV Charging Equipment Installation & Commissioning (AC/DC, Depot/Fleet)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Battery, EV Charging & Electrification Service (EV/Hybrid)

SECONDARYTLAKAMAF

EV Charger Operations, Maintenance & Field Service (O&M)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Battery, EV Charging & Electrification Service (EV/Hybrid)

SECONDARYTLAKAMAG

EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Battery, EV Charging & Electrification Service (EV/Hybrid)

Keywords

• EV charging stations
• AC charging infrastructure
• DC fast chargers
• Energy management systems
• Electric vehicle supply equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-Fons

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Charging Stations: Wellborne generates the majority of revenue from selling EV charging stations and accessories. Product lines include AC chargers (Black Access, Zen: €780 to €5,616), DC fast chargers (Quick, Fast, Ultra: €7,572 to pricing above €24,852 for higher power models), and mounting/accessories. This is a one-time capital purchase model with typical B2B sales cycles.
2. Accessories and Components: Sale of complementary products including mounting poles (€300-€480), RFID cards (€12), communication modules (WiFi €64.80, 4G €129.60), 4G SIM cards (€33.60-€60), charging cables (€324 for 5m), emergency chargers (€444), and portable charging kits (€1,008).
3. Supervision and Payment Services: Revenue from the Wellborne supervision platform and EV MAP payment terminal services for managing charging networks, including potential transaction fees or subscription components.
4. Financing Services: Wellborne Finance offerings for equipment and installation projects, likely generating revenue through financial services margins or partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Wellborne designs, manufactures, and distributes electric vehicle charging stations and energy storage systems under five product lines (BLACK ACCESS, ZEN, QUICK, FAST, ULTRA) covering 7.4 kW AC residential chargers to 480 kW DC ultra-fast superchargers. The offering is complemented by accessories (cables, mounting poles, energy meters, communication modules), the LMS 2.0 dynamic load management system, the Wellborne Plus mobile application, and the EV MAP payment/management platform. The company operates its own e-commerce site for direct sales and a network of distributors and IRVE-certified installers for enterprise deployments.

Product overview

Wellborne is a French designer and manufacturer of EV charging stations and energy storage systems, offering a comprehensive portfolio spanning five product lines: BLACK ACCESS (entry-level AC 7.4-22 kW), ZEN (mid-range AC 7.4-44 kW with single/dual outputs), QUICK (DC fast charging 20-80 kW), FAST (high-capacity DC 60-200 kW with combined AC/DC option), and ULTRA (superchargers 180-480 kW). The ecosystem includes the LMS 2.0 dynamic load management system supporting up to 64 charge points, Wellborne Plus mobile app for remote station management, and EV MAP payment terminal platform. Accessories cover mounting solutions, energy meters (MID-compliant), current transformers, circuit breakers, communication modules (WiFi/4G), RFID access cards, and charging cables. The company also develops energy storage systems (ESS) for commercial and industrial applications. Products range from 7.4 kW AC for residential use to 480 kW DC ultra-fast superchargers for public charging networks, with full installation, maintenance, training, and financing services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wellborne Plus: Mobile application for configuring, adjusting parameters, remote control, and maintenance of Wellborne charging stations. Available on iOS and Android.
• EV MAP

Products and services

• BLACK ACCESS SOLO 7.4 kW AC Entry-level single-phase AC charging station for residential use with 7.4 kW output, Type 2S socket, Bluetooth, TIC, and RFID access control.
• BLACK ACCESS SOLO 22 kW AC Single-phase AC charging station with 22 kW output for faster home charging, Type 2S socket, and smart connectivity options.
• ZEN SOLO 7.4 kW AC Mid-range AC charging station with 7.4 kW output, surge/overload/short-circuit protection, integrated RCD Type A, and RFID/QR/App access control.
• ZEN SOLO 22 kW AC AC charging station with 22 kW triphase output, LCD screen, integrated RCD protection, and optional MID metering for professional and commercial installations.
• ZEN SOLO 44 kW AC (pistolet) High-power AC charging station with 43.6 kW triphase output and attached 10m Type 2 cable, designed for commercial and fleet applications requiring rapid AC charging.
• ZEN DUO 7.4 kW AC Dual-output AC charging station with 2x 7.4 kW power enabling simultaneous charging of two vehicles with independent charge management and integrated MID metering.
• ZEN DUO 22 kW AC Dual-output AC charging station with 2x 22 kW triphase power for simultaneous charging of two vehicles in commercial installations.
• ZEN DUO+ 22 kW AC Floor-standing dual-output AC charging station with 2x 22 kW power, pedestal installation for outdoor deployments with dual status indicators.
• QUICK ECO 20 kW DC DC fast charger with 20 kW output and CCS Type 2 connector, designed for urban and workplace deployments.
• QUICK SOLO 40 kW DC DC fast charger with 40 kW output using dual 20 kW power modules, 7-inch touchscreen display and CCS Type 2 connector.
• QUICK DUO 40 kW DC Dual-output DC fast charger with shared 40 kW power (2x 100A), enabling simultaneous charging of two vehicles.
• QUICK DUO 80 kW DC High-power dual-output DC fast charger with 80 kW shared output (2x 200A) for commercial charging stations with four power modules.
• FAST DUO 60 kW DC High-capacity DC charging station with 60 kW dual output for public charging networks, touchscreen LCD, CC Type 2 with optional CHAdeMO.
• FAST DUO 80 kW DC High-capacity DC charging station with 80 kW dual output for public fast charging deployments.
• FAST DUO 120 kW DC High-capacity DC charging station with 120 kW dual output for high-traffic public charging stations.
• FAST DUO 160 kW DC High-capacity DC charging station with 160 kW dual output for major charging hubs and highway rest areas.
• FAST DUO 200 kW DC High-capacity DC charging station with 200 kW dual output for major public charging infrastructure.
• FAST COMBO 60 kW DC + 44 kW AC Combined AC/DC charging station with 60 kW DC dual output and 43.6 kW AC single output, providing versatile charging options supporting CCS, Type 2, and optional CHAdeMO.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3-year standard warranty on all products
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• 1NCEcoreTechnology or Integration1NCE provides multi-network SIM cards for Wellborne's 4G communication modules. These SIMs offer automatic network switching across 2G, 3G, 4G, LTE-M, and NB-IoT technologies, ensuring reliable connectivity for charging stations in various locations. Available in 500MB and 2GB data plans.
• EV MAPcoreTechnology or IntegrationEV MAP provides the payment terminal (TPE) solution and management platform integrated with Wellborne charging stations. Enables centralized payment processing across charging points via card and contactless payments. Also offers fleet management features including cost tracking, invoicing, and reimbursement automation through EV MAP PRO.
• GIREVEcoreTechnology or IntegrationGIREVE is the roaming platform operator that certifies Wellborne as both EMSP (eMobility Service Provider) and CPO (Charge Point Operator). This partnership enables Wellborne's charging stations to be accessible across different networks and roaming platforms.
• Automotive Dealer NetworksmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWellborne distributors include automotive groups that integrate Wellborne charging solutions into dealership facilities, service centers, and vehicle sales locations for EV and PHEV support.
• IRVE Technology CompaniesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecialized EV charging installation companies (IRVE-certified) serve as distributors and installation partners, combining product distribution with professional installation services for end customers.
• Integrated Systems / Domotics CompaniesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHome automation and integrated building systems companies distribute Wellborne products as part of comprehensive smart building and energy management solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wallbox: Wallbox (Spain/Netherlands) designs and manufactures EV charging stations for residential and commercial use, with a similar product philosophy spanning AC and DC chargers. It is a direct, scaled comparable in the same product category with overlapping customer segments.
• EVBox: EVBox (Netherlands) is a major European EV charging hardware manufacturer offering AC and DC solutions for business and public charging. Comparable to Wellborne in product mix, target customers, and European market focus.
• IES Synergy: IES Synergy is a French EV charging station manufacturer with a similar product portfolio (AC/DC chargers, load management). A direct regional competitor sharing the same home market and overlapping B2B/government customer segments.
• Alfen: Alfen (Netherlands) manufactures EV charging stations alongside grid energy storage and smart grid solutions. Comparable in product breadth and European focus, with stronger scale and capital-markets presence.
• Kempower: Kempower (Finland) designs and manufactures DC fast-charging solutions with a modular power architecture similar to Wellborne's Quick/Fast/Ultra lines. Comparable in DC fast-charging technology, target customers (fleets, highway), and European market positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric offers the EVlink line of EV charging stations as part of its broader energy management and electrical distribution portfolio. A larger incumbent with overlapping capabilities but where EV charging is one of many lines of business.
• ABB E-mobility: ABB E-mobility is a global leader in DC fast charging infrastructure with products spanning AC and DC up to very high power. A broad incumbent whose portfolio overlaps Wellborne's across the entire power range, but with vastly greater scale and brand recognition.
• Webasto: Webasto (Germany) is an automotive supplier that has expanded into EV charging stations for residential and commercial applications. A broad incumbent leveraging automotive OEM relationships — comparable channel and customer overlap to Wellborne.
• Legrand: Legrand (France) offers EV charging solutions as part of its broader electrical and digital building infrastructure portfolio. A French-based incumbent with overlapping residential and commercial charging products and significant brand presence in Wellborne's home market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@wellborne4962
• Facebookfacebook.com/wellborne.intl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wellborne
• Instagraminstagram.com/wellborne.intl/?hl=fr

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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