Investors include Iberdrola, Orilla Asset Management, Enric Asunciรณn, CEO and Co-Founder, and other existing Wallbox shareholders
Wallbox (NYSE: WBX), a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions, announced an investment of approximately $10 million. Investors include Inversiones Financieras Perseo, S.L. (Iberdrolaโs subsidiary), Orilla Asset Management, and Enric Asunciรณn, CEO and Co-Founder. This investment reinforces investor confidence in Wallboxโs strategic vision and strengthens its financial position as it continues expanding its global footprint in EV charging.
This investment strengthens Wallboxโs balance sheet and provides the necessary capital to support the worldwide sales of its award-winning EV chargers. In addition to Iberdrola, Orilla Asset Management, S.L., and Enric Asunciรณn, several long-standing shareholders also participated in the round, further demonstrating their commitment to Wallboxโs long-term goals.
โThis investment reinforces our mission to make EV charging more accessible worldwide while driving operational efficiency and financial sustainability,โ said Enric Asuncion, CEO and co-founder of Wallbox. โOur shareholdersโ continued support reflects their confidence in our long-term vision and strategic direction. As we expand our global presence, this funding will help us on our journey to profitability and solidifies our leadership in the EV charging industry.โ
โWe believe this investment will strengthen Wallbox's cash position to execute the companyโs business plan, reinforcing its commitment to accelerate the global shift toward clean energy and sustainable mobilityโ, said David Mesonero, Global Head of Corporate Development, Strategic Partnerships and M&A of Iberdrola. โBy supporting Wallboxโs growth, we remain committed to advancing electrification solutions worldwide.โ
More details will be shared during Wallboxโs Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 earnings call on February 26 at 8:00 AM ET (2:00 PM CET). Please visit this link, which is also accessible on the โEvents & Presentationsโ section of the Companyโs investor relations website, investors.wallbox.com, to register for and join the webcast and access the accompanying presentation materials.
The private placement of its Class A ordinary shares pursuant to which Wallbox will sell 26,707,142 Class A ordinary shares for aggregate proceeds of approximately $10 million to certain existing investors. The private placement was closed on the 21st of February 2025.
About Wallbox Chargers
Wallbox is a global technology company, dedicated to changing the way the world uses energy. Wallbox creates advanced electric vehicle charging and energy management systems that redefine the relationship between users and the network. Wallbox goes beyond charging electric vehicles to give users the power to control their consumption, save money, and live more sustainably. Wallbox offers a complete portfolio of charging and energy management solutions for residential, semi-public, and public use in more than 100 countries around the world. Founded in 2015 in Barcelona, where the company's headquarters are located, Wallbox currently has offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
For more information visit www.wallbox.com.
Forward-Looking Statements:
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