Centiel SA, a Switzerland-based provider of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) equipment, announced today that it has received its first order under a strategic distribution agreement with Neo Critical Power LLC, based in Wyoming. The order, valued at USD 8.7 million, covers the delivery of a UPS system for a data center project in the United States. This marks the first project under the framework agreement announced in June 2026 and confirms that the partnership is already yielding substantial results shortly after its formation.
The delivery of the UPS system is planned within the current financial year and will contribute to the U.S.-related revenue expectations communicated for 2026. Gerardo Lecuona, CEO of Centiel, commented: "This first order demonstrates that our partnership with Neo Critical Power is already bearing fruit and that we are well on track with our international growth strategy and our path into the U.S. market."
Centiel develops and supplies power protection solutions for critical infrastructure, including UPS systems designed for operational continuity and energy efficiency. The company specializes in transformer-less and modular UPS technologies. Centiel operates through a network of subsidiaries and channel partners to serve customers internationally and is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker CNTL. For more information, visit www.centiel.com.
This initial order under the Neo Critical Power framework agreement is significant as it validates Centiel's market entry strategy in the United States, a key growth market. The data center sector, which relies heavily on reliable UPS systems to prevent downtime, represents a substantial opportunity. With the increasing demand for data processing and cloud services, investments in data center infrastructure continue to rise, making reliable power protection critical. Centiel's entry into this market through a strategic partnership could position it to capture a share of this growing demand.
For investors, this order provides tangible evidence of the company's ability to execute its growth plans and generate revenue from the U.S. market. The USD 8.7 million order contributes to the revenue expectations set for 2026 and may signal further orders under the framework agreement. The partnership with Neo Critical Power, a U.S.-based entity, likely facilitates compliance with local regulations and customer preferences, reducing barriers to entry.
The broader implications for the industry include increased competition in the UPS market, particularly in the modular and transformer-less segment where Centiel has expertise. As data centers seek more energy-efficient and scalable solutions, Centiel's technology could gain traction. Additionally, the successful deployment of this project may lead to further collaborations and establish Centiel as a credible player in the U.S. critical infrastructure landscape.
