50 years of Victron Energy
This last week marks 50 years of innovation from Victron Energy. Founded in 1975 in Almere, Netherlands; They have been pushing the energy industry forward, from their first inverter to their advancements surrounding software capability, their commitment to reliability, flexibility, and innovation has made Victron a trusted name across industries worldwide.
Artek has been a proud partner of Victron since 2019, when we became a distributor of their products in the United States. Over the years, our relationship has grown into more than just business—it has become a true collaboration built on shared values and a common vision for the future of energy.
"Victron’s passion to continuously innovate has led to a partnership that has far exceeded what we could have hoped for. We have been, and are, incredibly lucky with the extraordinary access that we have been given over the years, to top level executives and engineering staff to be genuinely heard. This is one of the major advantages of working with Victron and has directly led to our positive, and accelerated business growth" -Sam Reiser, CEO of Artek
This collaboration has allowed Artek to support over 500 small businesses, municipalities, defense contractors, security integrators, and more. Our role extends beyond distribution: as Victron’s top technical solutions partner in the U.S., Artek provides training, software and hardware development, hands-on installation services, CNC routing, 3D printing, and panel assembly—all wrapped with deep engineering expertise.
As Mitch, North American Sales Manager at Victron Energy puts it,
"Artek is not just a Victron distributor; they are an integrator at the forefront of innovation, delivering tailored solutions to their customers while actively supporting the development of our products and others. Artek is a valued technology partner of Victron. With a strong emphasis on comprehensive solutions and seamless integration, Artek is paving the way in the industry."
This has created value beyond commerce, it has enriched the broader electrical community. Through Artek-led Victron training sessions, immersive technical support, and system integration services, we’ve helped foster a knowledgeable, connected community across RV, marine, OEM, and installer networks.
Sam, CEO and Claire, COO, had the pleasure of attending the 50th anniversary celebration in Amsterdam this last week. With over 500 guests in attendance and in conjunction with SAIL Amsterdam, a celebration of the capitol it was a week to remember; They enjoyed great food, an amazing city and even better company.
We at Artek are looking forward to a continued strong relationship with Victron-built on shared values: Innovation, community, and the strive for excellence. As Victron moves ahead into its next 50 years, we’re committed to providing best-in-class support, education, and integration services. Together, we're amplifying Victron’s mission and helping the electrical industry move forward—one reliable system at a time.