Kempower and Kalmar partner to electrify material handling and logistics focusing on port segment globally

Kempower has been selected as one of Kalmar’s strategic partners for developing a comprehensive new range of DC fast charging solutions for material handling and logistics, focusing on port segment. Kalmar, a globally leading provider of sustainable material handling equipment and services, is leveraging Kempower’s industry-leading experience in DC fast charging to co-develop and build an offering that guarantees the best possible user experience for customers worldwide.

Kempower’s and Kalmar’s partnership builds on a strong collaboration in previous successful projects, for example in 2024, when Kempower equipped Europe’s first ultra-high-power charging system for Kalmar’s electric straddle carriers at DP World port facility in London Gateway.

The new partnership covers Kempower’s full range of DC charging systems for Kalmar’s machine portfolio, including also megawatt charging system (MCS) development for Kalmar’s electric straddle carriers.

”We are proud to enter into a partnership with Kalmar in developing advanced charging solutions for material handling and logistics by integrating our DC charging technology with Kalmar’s electric machine portfolio. A partnership with a globally leading OEM like Kalmar underlines our commitment to advancing electrification of material handling and reinforces Kempower’s global presence in the growing port segment. This partnership reflects our ambition to grow in industries where there is a need for efficient, state-of-the-art charging solutions,” said Jussi Vanhanen, Chief Markets Officer at Kempower.

Rony Thomas, Head of Product Management, Kalmar, said: “We are delighted to announce this partnership with Kempower, one of the world’s leading charger suppliers. By combining the new charger offering with our deep knowledge of our customers’ operations, we will be able to offer a comprehensive package of fully tailored electric material handling solutions – including machines, chargers and services – with the lowest possible total cost of ownership.”

Press contact 
Sari Hörkkö, External Communications Manager, Kempower  
sari.horkko@kempower.com  
+358 29 002 1900

Kempower in brief
We design and manufacture reliable and user-friendly DC fast-charging solutions for electric vehicles. Our vision is to create the world’s most desired EV charging solutions for everyone, everywhere. Our product development and production are based in Finland and in the U.S., with the majority of our materials and components sourced locally. We focus on all areas of e-mobility, from electric cars, trucks, and buses to machines and marine. Our modular and scalable charging system and world-class software are designed by EV drivers for EV drivers, enabling the best user experience for our customers around the world. Kempower shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. kempower.com