Brunswick Corp. acquired Relion Battery to add to its Advanced Systems Group (ASG). Relion joins RV companies including Marinco and Progressive Industries in Brunswick’s ASG.
“The addition of Relion to our portfolio reinforces our position as a leading supplier of lithium batteries for RV and recreational boating,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corp. CEO. “In addition, the formation of our new technology center will meaningfully advance our high-voltage electrical systems capabilities.”
Relion products power a range of applications in the marine, recreational vehicle, solar, and industrial segments. Relion boasts a large line of 12-volt, 24-volt, 36-volt and 48-volt lithium battery systems. Relion products are distributed globally through a wide array of retail, OEM, and distribution partners.
“The Relion acquisition perfectly complements our existing portfolio of industry-leading advanced battery and power management brands, like Mastervolt, ProMariner, and Blue Sea Systems,” said Brett Dibkey, Advanced Systems Group president. “Beyond strengthening our product and brand portfolio, Relion brings a talented and passionate team of people who are committed to powering the world’s transition to sustainable energy sources.”
Headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Relion opened an expanded Technology Center outside Seattle in 2019. The location will provide Brunswick additional capacity and capabilities.
“Our vision to be the most sought after and admired lithium battery company in the world has now been exponentially bolstered by joining Brunswick Corp.’s Advanced Systems Group,” said Paul Hecimovich, Relion Battery, LLC CEO. “We feel it is our duty to do better as a business, making our batteries as sustainable as possible for our customers who enjoy being outdoors.”
Additionally, Brunswick Corp. announced plans for a new Electrification Technology Center in Michigan focused on high voltage battery development. The Technology Center will employ engineers, scientists and designers.
“We are on the leading edge of increased adoption of battery technology to power both propulsion and on‐board house systems,” Dibkey said. “We see the acquisition of Relion and the new technology center as a tremendous opportunity to expand our electrification portfolio, and we are thrilled to have Relion as part of the Brunswick family.”
