Deftpower, an Arnhem-based AI-supported SaaS platform for EV charging, has secured €12.5 million in a funding round led by Endeit Capital, aiming to expand its operations across Europe.

With this new capital and strategic partnerships, Deftpower plans to accelerate its European expansion and further develop its platform.

Endeit Capital, managing a €300 million+ fund and investing in sectors like Climate tech, Fintech, and Security, views Deftpower as a pivotal player in Europe's EV charging future.

Deftpower's technology supports smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) readiness, helping to reduce CO2 emissions by promoting renewable energy use and decreasing reliance on fossil fuels.

The company has a strategic collaboration with leasing firm Athlon, which uses Deftpower’s platform for over 30,000 electric cars, enabling drivers to charge more sustainably and cost-effectively via the Athlon Charge app.

Founded in 2020 by Marc Diks and Jacob van Zonneveld, Deftpower employs around 70 people across Arnhem and Berlin, offering a cloud-based SaaS platform that optimizes EV charging by balancing supply and demand to ease grid strain.

Deftpower’s platform can predict charging needs and shift charging to off-peak hours when renewable energy is abundant, reducing costs and CO2 emissions, with two-thirds of EV charging potentially moved from peak times.

Currently serving over 40 clients across 10 European countries, Deftpower’s platform is used by car manufacturers, mobility providers, and energy companies, handling millions of transactions transparently.

Industry experts see Deftpower as a key player in Europe's energy transition, offering solutions to grid congestion and supporting sustainable EV charging.

CEO Jacob van Zonneveld emphasizes that the EV market is a major driver of the energy transition, and Deftpower plays a vital role in supporting electrification and sustainability.

The recent funding round was led by Endeit Capital, with participation from existing investors including Proeza Ventures, 4impact Capital, Rethink Mobility, and angel investor Jan Fredriks, building on previous support from the EU EIC Accelerator.

Deftpower previously received €2.5 million from the EU EIC Accelerator to address grid congestion issues across Europe.