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Zaptec
Company Overview
Zaptec
Stavanger, Norway
2012
Approximately 200 employees (source: zaptec.com). Revenue surpassed 1 billion NOK by Q3 2023 (source: zaptec.com).
What They Do
Zaptec focuses exclusively on electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, utilizing patented power electronics to create safe and compact chargers with capacities of up to 22 kW. Their products are specifically designed to withstand Norwegian conditions, featuring advanced functionalities such as WiFi connectivity, over-the-air updates, and an Eco Mode that allows users to charge during the cheapest rates on the Nord Pool electricity market (source: zaptec.com). Core offerings include the Zaptec Go, a home charger for private owners, which won the Red Dot Design Award and is recognized as a test winner by NAF; the Zaptec Pro, aimed at businesses and public charging stations; and the Zaptec Sense, which focuses on energy utilization. The company is also launching the Zaptec Go 2, which integrates solar energy for fleets and housing (source: zaptec.com). Target markets include homes, businesses, and public charging stations, primarily in the Nordic region, with ongoing expansions into the UK, Netherlands, France, and Denmark.
Projects & Track Record
Zaptec has produced approximately 500,000 units by 2023, showcasing widespread adoption among Norwegian private EV users and establishing a strong market presence in Sweden, where they became the leading provider through installer partnerships (source: zaptec.com). In 2014, the company developed a custom cable and transformer that enabled Renault's dominance in the Norwegian EV market, highlighting their innovative capabilities (source: zaptec.com). Key clients include private homeowners, fleets, and housing associations, with partnerships involving companies like ev.energy for solar integration and Orange Business for cloud optimization. Their geographic presence spans Norway, Sweden, Denmark, France, the UK, and the Netherlands, with a notable acquisition of NovaVolt in Switzerland in 2021, indicating a robust growth trajectory (source: zaptec.com). While specific ongoing projects are not named, the company is scaling its Zaptec Pro Backplate for phased installations in apartments and parks (source: zaptec.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Zaptec reported a remarkable 94% increase in turnover from 2022 to 2023, surpassing 1 billion NOK by Q3 2023, while producing 500,000 units and gaining market share amid competitors' challenges (source: zaptec.com). In May 2025, they announced a partnership with ev.energy to integrate solar-powered smart charging on the Zaptec Go, which will be live in the UK and Netherlands, optimizing the use of excess solar energy (source: ev.energy). A video released in June 2025 highlighted Sweden as their top market, showcasing the effectiveness of local team and installer partnerships (source: youtube.com). Additionally, in October 2025, Zaptec refreshed its brand identity to support its European expansion, including the launch of an in-house music video (source: transportandenergy.com).
Working There
Zaptec employs around 200 people across various departments, including engineering, production, sales, marketing, supply chain, product, technology, finance, and people/culture (source: zaptec.com). The company is actively hiring at its headquarters in Stavanger, Norway, as well as in its new offices in Denmark and France, and its subsidiary in Sweden, which is a key growth market (source: linkedin.com). The culture at Zaptec draws from the oil industry's expertise applied to renewable energy, emphasizing resilience and transparency, with a leadership style reminiscent of Elon Musk's intensity. This approach fosters strong relationships with partners and installers, integrating their chargers as enablers for the grid and homes (source: zaptec.com). As a fast-growing public company, Zaptec positions itself as a leader in e-mobility careers, with a focus on progressive energy solutions in the Nordic region (source: transportandenergy.com).
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