ZincFive has reached a major milestone in its global growth journey with the launch of a certified customs warehouse and service depot in partnership with Germany’s Akkuteam Energietechnik GmbH. By positioning inventory in the heart of Europe, the company can now deliver nickel-zinc batteries and spare parts across EMEA in days rather than weeks, while trimming freight-related emissions and costs.
Serving Rising Demand for Safer Backup Power
Utilities, rail networks, and data center operators throughout Europe and the Middle East are phasing out lead-acid systems and looking for safer, higher-performance alternatives. Nickel-zinc chemistry meets this need with instant discharge capability, high power density, and easy recyclability. Faster regional fulfillment removes supply chain friction at the very moment organizations are racing to strengthen critical infrastructure. ZincFive Chief Executive Officer Tim Hysell calls the new facility “a direct response to real market pull” that demonstrates the company’s long-term commitment to the region.
What the European Depot Delivers
The customs-approved site simplifies cross-border shipping, accelerates exports to non-EU countries, and further supports corporate climate objectives by reducing airfreight. Akkuteam adds 25 years of battery-handling expertise and operates with rigorous quality and environmental standards, ensuring every order arrives ready for immediate deployment.
Nickel-Zinc Batteries for an AI-Driven Era
Data centers built for artificial intelligence workloads demand compact, reliable, and sustainable energy storage. ZincFive’s BC Series UPS Battery Cabinets, including the new BC 2-500 and BC 2-300X models, pair a small footprint with the Z5 13-90 ultra-high-rate battery to deliver more power per rack and support aggressive sustainability targets. The chemistry’s inherent safety eliminates thermal runaway concerns associated with lithium-ion, giving operators greater peace of mind.
Shared Values with Akkuteam
Both companies emphasize innovation, service, and environmental stewardship, making the partnership a natural fit. Akkuteam’s modern warehousing and service infrastructure complements ZincFive’s mission to power a greener future through The Power of Good Chemistry®.
Recognized Momentum
Industry observers have taken note. ZincFive appears on TIME’s 2025 World’s and America’s Top GreenTech Companies lists and has earned the 2024 Edison Award, CleanTech Breakthrough’s Overall Innovation of the Year, and finalist honors in the S&P Platts Global Energy Awards, among other distinctions.
Looking Ahead
ZincFive will expand regional training, broaden product availability, and deepen recycling partnerships to keep pace with growing demand. The European depot is not merely a logistical upgrade; it is a strategic commitment to deliver safe, sustainable power solutions at scale for data centers, transportation hubs, and other mission-critical facilities throughout EMEA.
Organizations that need a resilient replacement for lead-acid and a lower-risk alternative to lithium-ion can now access nickel-zinc batteries faster and with a smaller carbon footprint. Explore the complete portfolio or request a consultation at ZincFive.com.
