Verified Nov 2026
Powertrain & Drivetrain
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Hamburg, Hamburg
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Since
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH is a provider of drive and energy systems headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and part of the Zeppelin Group. It is an official Caterpillar partner and offers engines from the Cat, MaK, and EMD brands, along with consulting, engineering, sales, and lifecycle support for industrial and marine customers. The company operates in the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. Its estimated workforce is between 1,000 and 5,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1 billion to $5 billion. In October 2025, PowerCell Group reported receiving an order for fuel cell systems from Zeppelin Power Systems for an EU-funded clean power project in Greece.
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Headquarters
Hamburg, Hamburg
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
177
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
177
Named foreign suppliers
26
Top origins
United States of America · Honduras · The Bahamas · Canada
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH.
What this tells a buyer
The company announced a rebranding of former Pon companies in November 2025 as part of the Zeppelin Group's integration of its European business.
The company's certifications include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001, and its product listings include batteries and seals.
Caterpillar is reported as a customer, and the company is privately held with estimated revenue in the $1 billion to $5 billion band.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
Overview
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH is a provider of drive and energy systems headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and part of the Zeppelin Group. It is an official Caterpillar partner and offers engines from the Cat, MaK, and EMD brands, along with consulting, engineering, sales, and lifecycle support for industrial and marine customers. The company operates in the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. Its estimated workforce is between 1,000 and 5,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1 billion to $5 billion. In October 2025, PowerCell Group reported receiving an order for fuel cell systems from Zeppelin Power Systems for an EU-funded clean power project in Greece.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Headquarters | Hamburg, Hamburg |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Powertrain & Drivetrain |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH makes
The company's certifications include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001, and its product listings include batteries and seals.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery, Seal (source: zeppelin-powersystems.com).
Certifications
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — zeppelin-powersystems.com
ISO 45001 — zeppelin-powersystems.com
ISO 50001 — zeppelin-powersystems.com
ISO 9001 — zeppelin-powersystems.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company announced a rebranding of former Pon companies in November 2025 as part of the Zeppelin Group's integration of its European business. US customs bill-of-lading records list 177 inbound shipments across 26 foreign suppliers, with top origins including United States of America · Honduras · The Bahamas · Canada.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Caterpillar — reported by zeppelin.com
Latest developments
2026-09-24 — Press & News – Latest Updates | Zeppelin Power Systems (zeppelin-powersystems.com)
2026-02-24 — Inauguration of the Largest Photovoltaic Rooftop System in the Lake Constance Region (zeppelin-powersystems.com)
2025-11-26 — Rückblick auf ein besonderes Highlight der diesjährigen Unser Kunde, das Lohnunternehmen Roolfs, hat seinen Vertrag mit uns erweitert und zusätzliche Maschinen mit der digitalen Lösung Cat VisionLink angebunden! | Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH (linkedin.com)
2025-11-03 — Zeppelin Group advances integration of its European business: Rebranding of former Pon companies marks milestone (zeppelin.com)
2025-10-22 — PowerCell wins order for fuel cell systems from Zeppelin Power Systems for EU‑funded clean power project in Greece | PowerCell Group (powercellgroup.com)
2025-10-01 — Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH receives BSFZ seal of approval (zeppelin-powersystems.com)
Company details
Caterpillar is reported as a customer, and the company is privately held with estimated revenue in the $1 billion to $5 billion band. Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Hamburg, Hamburg.
Frequently asked questions
What does Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH make?
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH is a provider of drive and energy systems headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and part of the Zeppelin Group. It is an official Caterpillar partner and offers engines from the Cat, MaK, and EMD brands, along with consulting, engineering, sales, and lifecycle support for industrial and marine customers. The company operates in the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. Its estimated workforce is between 1,000 and 5,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1 billion to $5 billion. In October 2025, PowerCell Group reported receiving an order for fuel cell systems from Zeppelin Power Systems for an EU-funded clean power project in Greece.
Where is Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH headquartered?
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH is headquartered in Hamburg, Hamburg (158 Ruhrstrasse, Hamburg, Hamburg, 22761).
How big is Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH?
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH hold?
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 177 inbound shipments for Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH, with top origins including United States of America · Honduras · The Bahamas · Canada.
Who are Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH's customers?
Public sources directly reference Caterpillar as a counterparty of Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH. Confirm current programs with the company, as reported relationships may change.
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Location & contact
Phone
+49 40 853151222
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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