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Sven Köhler, founder and Co-CEO of SiGaN, is leading a deep-tech revolution in power electronics. Founded in 2021 as a spin-off from Anerdgy, SiGaN specializes in advanced, modular power electronics design and software solutions enabling the next level of energy transition applications across diverse sectors, including renewable energy, electric mobility, and industrial automation.

SiGaN’s Power electronics as a Service (PEaaS) with the underlying Modular Mission 99 Inverter Platform (MMIP) brings a novel approach, enabling OEMs to achieve cost savings, reduced R&D time, and simplified, automated mass production.

What was the spark that led you to found SiGaN, and how did your background with Anerdgy shape the vision?

At Anerdgy, we designed innovative products to enhance the use of renewable energy sources, such as systems that combined solar and wind power. However, we found there was a lack of power electronics products to support these solutions, so we decided to develop them ourselves after failing to source them from third parties. SiGaN was eventually spun off from Anerdgy when we realized that improvements in power electronics were still an open area, and we had a solid starting point to build on. This led to the development of the MMIP, and now we’re starting to market our Power Electronics as a Service (PEaaS) approach, which has been very well received by ODMs/OEMs.

Can you break down the MMIP platform and what makes it such a game-changer for OEMs?

In short, MMIP consists of more than 100 functional blocks in both hardware and software, which can be combined to create customized power electronics for a wide range of products. It’s like our “secret ingredient” that enables us to realize the PEaaS model.

In practical terms, how does SiGaN’s approach help clients cut costs and speed up development?

We position ourselves as a technology service provider. This means that the ODM/OEM comes to us with their product specifications, and we provide them with a fully customized design without requiring upfront payments. Our license fee, however, more than compensates for our efforts over time.

What are the biggest challenges you’ve faced in getting SiGaN off the ground, and what’s been key to overcoming them?

Proud ODM/OEM engineers can initially have mixed feelings about outsourcing core business elements. Our pre-sales job is to help them feel confident about this collaboration and understand that only through working together can they achieve their targets—almost risk-free.

With demand for renewable energy solutions surging, how is SiGaN preparing to seize market opportunities on a global scale?

We’re already prepared from a technology perspective, as our solutions can scale through our ODM/OEM partners. However, certifications are required for the full product, and our customers need time to complete the rollout.

Who are your ideal partners, and how do collaborations fit into SiGaN’s growth strategy?

Ideally, our investors are passionate about technology and committed to accelerating the energy transition. They’re looking to make a positive impact while achieving a solid return on equity through our license fee model.

For investors, why is now the perfect time to get behind SiGaN, and what growth goals do you have your sights set on?

The time is right because major European brands are actively exploring options for their next generation of products. This year has been challenging for them, and with your support, we can turn this into an opportunity, securing collaborations for 2025 and positioning ourselves to benefit significantly from 2026 onward.

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