Founded in 2015 in Germany by a group of PhD researchers, the company has since grown into a multinational player with operations in both Europe and Asia. Its China office, established in 2017, initially focused on the residential sector, where RCT built its reputation for high-efficiency systems and robust product reliability. By 2019, it had entered the utility-scale segment, and in 2022 launched a dedicated product line for the commercial market — completing its transition into a full-spectrum storage provider.
Independent testing by the Berlin University of Applied Sciences (HTW) has consistently ranked RCT Power’s residential systems first in efficiency for six consecutive years — a metric particularly valued in Europe’s energy-sensitive markets. In parallel, the company has emphasized quality control and cross-continental coordination, claiming over 7,000 outdoor storage cabinets deployed with no reported leakage issues.
At this year’s SNEC exhibition, the company unveiled two new C&I products: a 1,000kWh system aimed at mid-sized applications and a 4,000kWh version designed for large-scale commercial use. On the residential side, it introduced an 8,000 Wh modular unit tailored to the under-served 30 to 60 kWh segment, further extending its product coverage.
Despite a volatile competitive environment — marked recently by the bankruptcy of a high-profile U.S. storage company — RCT Power remains bullish on global energy storage demand. The company sees growth in both residential and commercial segments as structural, driven by the increasing adoption of intermittent renewables such as solar and wind. “Storage is no longer optional,” a company executive said. “It’s an essential infrastructure for the energy transition.”
Technological development is also undergoing a shift. While the industry previously leaned on repurposed EV battery technologies, demand is now growing for systems purpose-built for stationary applications. Higher energy density and increased system efficiency are emerging as critical areas of focus.
But the path ahead is not without challenges. The U.S. market, long considered a strategic pillar for global storage players, is becoming more complex. Trade friction, tariff risks, and evolving domestic content rules are forcing foreign suppliers to rethink their manufacturing strategies.
RCT Power has responded by diversifying its production footprint. In addition to facilities in China, the company has established a manufacturing line in Malaysia specifically for U.S.-bound exports. It also operates a factory in Germany and is evaluating whether to scale up “Made in Germany” volumes for the North American market. Longer term, it is considering a U.S.-based manufacturing or R&D hub.
“Being a truly global company, it requires a resilient supply chain and localized service capability in every major market.” the company said.
As the storage sector matures, RCT Power is positioning itself as a stable yet innovative player — combining rigorous engineering standards with operational flexibility, while preparing for a more fragmented, politically charged global marketplace.
