Canton, GA – ePropulsion, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today that after a decade of successful partnership with Ditoma GmbH, the newly established ePropulsion Deutschland GmbH will now manage operations in Germany, marking a strategic shift towards closer global integration under the direct leadership of ePropulsion Technology Co., Ltd.

Until now, Ditoma GmbH has played an essential role in introducing and expanding the ePropulsion brand across the German market. The company helped build a robust distribution network, cultivated lasting relationships with customers, and defined a clear path for future growth. This transition was initiated by Ditoma’s Managing Director, Dirk Weißenborn, who sees it as a timely evolution given the brand’s growing global ambitions.

“The market continues to change rapidly, and we believe tighter international collaboration is more important than ever,” said Weißenborn. “ePropulsion has reached a level of maturity where direct management will benefit its continued development in Germany and throughout Europe.” 

“Our journey in Germany has already been marked by many successes,” ePropulsion CEO Danny Tao said. “Dirk and his team have laid a solid foundation, and now we are ready to build further. The establishment of ePropulsion Germany GmbH allows us to focus more clearly and strategically on our presence in this vital region.”

Going forward, Ditoma will return its attention to its core strength: the wholesale distribution of automotive paint and accessories. The company will, however, continue to support ePropulsion with operational functions such as logistics.

From the perspective of customers and partners, daily operations will remain unchanged. The current team responsible for sales, marketing, and service will join the new company, ensuring that service continuity is preserved. Michael Held, who previously led the ePropulsion division at Ditoma, will step into the role of Managing Director for ePropulsion Deutschland GmbH.

“This transition enables us to collaborate more closely with our colleagues in China and around the world,” noted Held. “That connection gives us the ability to respond more quickly to shifts in the market, understand our customers more deeply, and continuously refine our service. On top of that, we have new marketing strategies and products in the pipeline, many of which were shaped by insights and feedback gathered from users right here in Germany.”

For more information on ePropulsion or its revolutionary electric motors and accessories, please visit www.ePropulsion.com.

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About Ditoma GmbH

Located in Ludwigsburg, Ditoma GmbH has over 20 years of experience as a wholesaler of automotive paints and related accessories. In 2015, the company diversified into the boating industry by launching the Bootspunkt brand and opening the online store bootspunkt.de, which now carries a wide selection of marine products. In 2016, Ditoma became the official importer for ePropulsion in Germany and took charge of local brand development, including the German-language website epropulsion.de. With the business now transitioning, Ditoma will sharpen its focus once again on the automotive paint sector to pursue new opportunities in that market.

About ePropulsion:

ePropulsion was set up in 2012 and is led by a team of technology entrepreneurs that are focused on developing uncompromising superior products. Since the company launched its first electric outboard it has fast become a force to be reckoned with in the electric propulsion market with a presence across Europe, the US and Asia. ePropulsion set out with a clear mission to become the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services. This pioneering, market challenger brand is at the very forefront of the industry and is recognized across the world for its exceptional product quality, performance, and technological innovations.

ePropulsion was the first company to launch a brushless, direct-drive electric outboard motor in the market and offers a portfolio of 1 – 6kW outboard engines across its Spirit and Navy ranges. These are renowned for being high quality, quiet, eco-friendly and low maintenance. In 2022, ePropulsion expanded its OEM capabilities with the global debut of the H-Series, an innovative 60-250kW electric inboard motor for vessels between 60 to 100’ (18-30m) with full displacement up to 200 tons. Subsequently, the I-Series was introduced, an environmentally friendly electric inboard motor series with advanced technology, smart features, and human-centric design. Supported by the ePropulsion Smart System Architecture (eSSA) and IoT connectivity service, it offers users an unmatched, easy-to-use, intelligent, safe, and reliable experience. The latest additions to the lineup include the X Series and the eLite Motor. Unveiled at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and METSTRADE 2023, the X Series features three innovative electric outboard motors—X12, X20, and X40—delivering remarkable propulsion systems with ingenious features. The all-new eLite is the smallest electric outboard in ePropulsion’s extensive portfolio. Benefiting from new technology and meticulous design, the eLite is set to transform the tender and small boat market. 

ePropulsion remains focused on providing customized and pioneering services for OEMs across the world, offering fully flexible solutions for a wide range of commercial and leisure marine applications. www.ePropulsion.com