Investment & Fund Management
backed by the European Investment
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SAPOTEC, a company based in Salzburg, specializes in emergency power supply systems that activate during power outages, which are critical for sectors like healthcare and data centers. The company faced the challenge of financing a significant project aimed at building 50 medical stations in Ghana, which required a comprehensive power solution to ensure their permanent functionality. This project involved supplying technical containers equipped with water technology, rectifier/inverter systems with lithium storage, photovoltaic panels, and air conditioning systems.
To kickstart this initiative, SAPOTEC sought an EU-guaranteed loan through UniCredit, backed by the European Investment Fund (EIF). This financing was crucial in enabling the company to advance the project, as highlighted by CEO Alexander Sautner, who noted that the loan allowed them to "really get the ball rolling." In 2022, a prototype of the power solution was successfully tested in Vienna, demonstrating the feasibility of their approach.
Looking forward, SAPOTEC is committed to integrating more green energy solutions into their offerings, while also addressing the ongoing challenges related to energy storage, particularly with renewable sources. The company is actively exploring alternative battery systems to enhance their power solutions, reflecting a dedication to innovation in the energy sector.