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A Li-ion forklift battery warranty is not paperwork. It’s protection. And it’s often the only thing standing between a smart investment and an expensive surprise.

Building a lithium-ion–based industrial battery ecosystem to replace diesel and lead-acid across forklifts, transport refrigeration, and backup power. Rotterdam, Netherlands — 24 October 2025 —

Long before electric cooling became an industry focus, maxwell+spark had already engineered and deployed the world’s first battery-powered transport refrigeration system…

Rotterdam, Netherlands — 4 September 2025 — Lithium-ion green tech company, maxwell+spark, has secured €9 million in growth funding from Alantra’s Energy Transition Fund, Klima,

Have you watched “The Year Earth Changed” – a 2021 nature documentary narrated by David Attenborough that explores how the lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic

One of our team members recently hit the road again, accompanying a DLG driver on their route. The TRU reefer was powered by our diesel-free

Last week, we had the privilege of welcoming three influential visitors to our production facility in Rotterdam as part of the JTF Rijnmond funding programme

What’s it REALLY like driving a refrigerated truck powered by our diesel-free advantage.li unit? One of our team members joined a DistriFresh B.V. driver for

As the skies burn vivid orange over Los Angeles, the recent wildfires’ devastation serves as an undeniable reminder of the accelerating climate crisis. These fires,

Why compromise where it matters most?Your forklifts and equipment are built for performance, precision, and reliability. But even the best machinery is only as strong

Our customers in the transportation refrigeration sector know the challenges of operating in today’s cold chain landscape all too well: there are stringent regulatory demands

While maxwell+spark has grown globally, our roots remain in South Africa – embedded in the soil of the talents, skills, energy and tenacity of its

At maxwell+spark, our After Sales team doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Today we want to share another story from the heroes on the ground:


Let’s talk about failure! Sometimes things go wrong: machinery breaks, parts need replacing, the best plans go off-track. At maxwell+spark, we understand this and are

We are at IAA Transportation 2024 and are thrilled to unveil the latest innovation in transport refrigeration technology: advantage.li – a revolutionary li-ion battery system

We are thrilled to announce that maxwell+spark has joined the Verband Deutscher Kühlhäuser und Kühllogistikunternehmen e.V. (VDKL)! As leaders in lithium-ion battery solutions for the

7 Reason why lithium-ion phosphate batteries are better than other lithium-ion batteries At maxwell+spark we understand that not all lithium-ion batteries are created equal. We

South African companies are realising that efficiency and sustainability are no longer optional—they’re essential. Faced with a tough economic climate, business operations are looking for

7 Reason why lithium-ion phosphate batteries are better than other lithium-ion batteries At maxwell+spark we understand that not all lithium-ion batteries are created equal. We

We are delighted to collaborate with Vodacom South Africa to drive innovation and security excellence in the telecommunications industry, which is why it was an

7 Reason why lithium-ion phosphate batteries are better than other lithium-ion batteries At maxwell+spark we understand that not all lithium-ion batteries are created equal. We

Maxwell+Spark at MODEX 2024! What an electrifying experience at MODEX 2024 (11-14 March Atlanta,USA)! As the curtains close on this incredible event, we’re buzzing with

Lithium-ion technology stands at the intersection of progress and pollution. This is a tricky line to navigate, and at maxwell+spark we feel it is important

Innovation, quality and safety have always been foundational factors in the design and manufacture of maxwell+spark’s LiFePo4 batteries. With the groundbreaking attainment of UL 2580

While we might be growing all over the globe, our roots are firmly planted in South Africa. As a result, we are proud to have

Our first Vodacom HSBC was installed on 29 September, just South of Durban, and marks another successful maxwell+spark solution to an engineering challenge. In South

We are proud to announce a co-funded project of € 2,5 million between maxwell+spark and the Just Transition Fund (JTF) Rijnmond for the development and

In today’s world, the demand for cleaner and more efficient energy solutions is growing at an unprecedented rate. Industries are seeking ways to reduce their

There is a difficult question that needs to be asked when talking about sustainability and cutting carbon emissions, especially in developing countries like South Africa.

Problems such as how to secure batteries at Vodacom cell phone tower sites across South Africa. Last week we welcomed a delegation from Vodacom, including

Amidst summer’s distraction of ice-cream, cooling off in whatever expanse of water is available and the busy whir of fans, something happened this week. According

As the demand for clean energy solutions continues to grow, innovations and advancements in battery technology become central to how we shift to greener options

Contributing actively to the green energy transition in the refrigerated food and logistics industry is a goal shared by maxwell+spark and Rabobank, Netherlands. A new credit

From frozen peas to ice-cream, to dairy and fresh vegetables, the cold chain ensures that products reach their destination in the same condition that they

This is a really important topic to be talking about. At the current growth rate of the lithium-ion battery market, global mining operations will not

With Rotterdam’s plan for Zero Emission Zones there comes a new challenge for logistics companies, but also cleaner, healthier air for the city’s inhabitants. From

Did you know that we also make static power and battery security systems for the telecommunications industry? At maxwell+spark we are all about intelligent lithium-ion

Introducing our product feature series – because we are really proud of our engineering! First up: our diesel-free transport refrigeration system for trailers and rigid

As the demand for lithium has grown due to the move to electric vehicles and other green transport solutions, a pressing question has emerged: can

Next up in our product feature series is motive.li! Motive.li is maxwell+spark’s industry-leading lithium-ion battery solution for forklifts, tow tractors, ground support and other materials handling equipment. It allows

We are very excited to have been part of this year’s IAA Transportation trade show in Hannover, Germany. With the focus on discovering fossil-free and

maxwell+spark got the opportunity to attend the Rotterdam Partners Red Carpet Dinner at Kunsthal Rotterdam, where Mayor Aboutaleb welcomed us as part of a number of international companies who

Did you know that 21 September is World Zero-emissions Day? It is used to create awareness around daily gas and particulate emissions from our use

Efficiency, reliability and safety are qualities that are essential for batteries in both the consumer and industrial space. Since the increase of lithium-ion battery penetration

Rotterdam, 20 July 2022 An innovative 9-month collaboration between equipment service provider TIP Trailer Services, global consumer goods company Unilever, transport company Daily Logistics Group

As of April 2022, maxwell+spark Netherlands, has a new home in Rotterdam. The premises consists of office and warehouse space and is the company’s first footstep

As of the 1 June 2022 companies can apply to the Dutch government for a purchase subsidy to close the gap between the cost of

Written by Nicole Rimensberger We have seen photos of polar bears hunting on land devoid of ice – shown as insignificant white flecks against black rock.

Written by Nicole Rimensberger In the wake of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP26), the Glasgow Climate Pact emerges, after weeks of

Amsterdam, 29.09.2021: Businesses pilot breakthrough innovation in temperature-controlled transport Four companies have collaborated for a nine-month pilot in the Netherlands, which will see diesel refrigeration

Outside a cold store an abandoned forklift is angled crookedly into the road. The body is scratched and dented, the seat up, a tangle of

LEIDEN, 20th SEPTEMBER 2021: Fairtree Elevant Ventures, a European growth equity fund based in the Netherlands, has announced its investment into Maxwell and Spark, a green energy