Udo Möhrstedt founds International Battery Consulting, in short: IBC. This later becomes IBC Solartechnik. As one of the pioneers, he lays the foundation for the development of solar energy in Germany.
Our vision since 1982 – harnessing the infinite energy of the sun for everyone.
As a trusted solar solutions provider, we offer a full portfolio of high-quality products and services for solar energy generation, storage, monitoring, and management.
From modules, inverters, and batteries to mounting systems, EV chargers, and accessories, we supply complete, integrated solutions through our network of certified Premium Partners and installers.
Our operations are headquartered in Cape Town, with additional offices and a technical service centre in Johannesburg, ensuring support across South Africa and the wider Sub-Saharan region.
Strong in the market.
Our offering.
Distribution
We are a manufacturer-independent distributor, offering leading global solar brands along with our own IBC SOLAR range. We support installers, EPCs, and commercial partners with product supply, technical advice, and after-sales support, all backed by our local service centres and warehouse network.
Tech Support
Our technical service centres in Cape Town and Johannesburg provide hands-on assistance, warranty support, and performance optimisation for all our key product brands. We are committed to long-term relationships with our customers and partners, not just sales.
Project Support
Our experienced team assists customers from design to commissioning. Whether for residential, commercial, or agricultural applications, we work alongside our partners to ensure reliable, cost-effective solar systems built to last.
Finance Support
We work with trusted funding partners to make solar investments easier. From asset finance to tailored solutions for commercial and agricultural projects, we help you secure the right option for your customer and speed up the sales process.
Our commitment to sustainability
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond clean energy generation, we are committed to responsible product lifecycle management through our Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance.
Our values
Quality you can trust
We partner with globally recognised manufacturers and maintain high internal standards to ensure every product meets strict technical and performance benchmarks.
People at the centre
Our success lies in our people, from our experienced technical and sales teams to our growing network of installers and partners. We believe in collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
Sustainability in action
From our daily operations to our long-term strategy, we prioritise environmental responsibility. We use renewable energy in our offices, reduce waste, and champion green business practices across our value chain.
Integrity and responsibility
We are committed to ethical business conduct, transparency, and compliance with both international and South African standards.
Official partner of the sun since 1982.
- 1982
Founding year
- 1986
Co-founder of the "PV symposium"
The key players in the energy revolution are networking. Udo Möhrstedt and other solar entrepreneurs found the "Photovoltaic Solar Energy Symposium" at Kloster Banz.
- 1992
Pioneer of e-mobility
Together with colleagues, Udo Möhrstedt converts a total of five VW Polos to electric drive. The electric Fox travelled through Upper Franconia at a maximum speed of 105 km/h.
- 1998
Launch of own brand
IBC Solartechnik launches its first own-brand solar modules.
- 2000
New name IBC SOLAR AG
IBC Solartechnik is given a new name and becomes a public limited company. From then on, the company operates as IBC SOLAR AG.
- 2001
Own mounting system
The first in-house mounting system for pitched roofs, then called Megaline (today TopFix), completes the IBC SOLAR product portfolio.
- 2004
Energy transition in the hands of citizens
The first solar park for local citizens was built in Eurishofen in the Allgäu region.
- 2007
In-house outdoor test facility
In order to test and ensure product quality, the company built its own outdoor test facility. On an area of over 3,000 square metres, the modules undergo long-term tests under real environmental conditions.
- 2009
PV test laboratory
Modules and mounting systems are evaluated and put through their paces in a unique and now independent test laboratory. IBC SOLAR continues its high quality standards with the tests in the SUNLAB PV test laboratory.
- 2011
Year of the storage system
In quick succession, the company first launched a lead battery storage system and shortly afterwards a lithium-ion storage system on the market under the IBC SOLAR brand. In addition, first large-scale storage system in the form of a neighbourhood storage facility was put into operation.
- 2012
In-house training centre
In the Competence Centre, IBC SOLAR offers its installation partners extensive seminars and webinars on innovations, regulations, products, planning, installation and expert advice.
- 2017
Member of the United Nations Global Compact
With its commitment to the United Nations Global Compact, the company has undertaken to report transparently on its activities and to pursue the vision of a resource-conserving and sustainable global economy.
- 2022
Pioneers in sustainability for 40 years
40 years ago, Udo Möhrstedt started out with a revolutionary vision at the time: With IBC SOLAR, he wanted to use the sun’s energy to generate electricity. And we are doing this with a strong vision for the future: "We create energy self-sufficiency and zero emissions through easy access to the infinite energy of the sun – for a world worth living in."
- 2024
Generational change at IBC SOLAR
Founder and CEO Udo Möhrstedt joined the Supervisory Board on 01.01.2024 and Dr. Dirk Haft took over as Chairman of the Executive Board at IBC SOLAR.
The Executive Board
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
Julius Möhrstedt
As of the 1st October 2025, Julius Möhrstedt has taken over the management of IBC SOLAR as CEO. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Munich, is the son of the company’s founder, and a shareholder of IBC SOLAR. Closely connected to the family business from an early age, he has gained in-depth experience over the years in various areas and departments of the company. He began his professional career at IBC SOLAR in 2016 as a project manager. After two years, he assumed the role of Executive Assistant, gaining extensive insights into strategic corporate management. Starting in 2021, he was responsible for key areas such as sales and marketing as Head of Corporate Sales Services. He then moved on to the position of Senior Vice President for the Central Europe region.
In his role as CEO, Julius Möhrstedt is responsible for driving the strategic development of IBC SOLAR. His areas of responsibility also include IT, Human Resources, O&M, and Digital Services. As part of his function, he plays a key role in further integrating the various divisions within the IBC SOLAR Group and optimizing holistic management.
Stefan Schertel
Stefan Schertel has been a member of the Executive Board of IBC SOLAR AG as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) since November 2024. The trained banker and graduate in administrative sciences has extensive experience in the financial sector of American publicly traded companies, including Hewlett-Packard, Agilent Technologies, and UTC/Carrier. With his move to the Krannich Solar Group in 2009, Schertel was instrumental in the growth and internationalization of the family-owned group. As CFO, he built and managed various corporate departments such as finance, taxes, and legal affairs. At IBC SOLAR, he will build on this and continue to actively shape the photovoltaic industry. On an international level, Stefan Schertel also served as Managing Director or Board Member of various foreign subsidiaries.
At IBC SOLAR AG, Stefan Schertel is responsible for Group Finance, Facility & Quality Management, Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Legal Affairs. In his role, he coordinates and networks the entire IBC SOLAR Group and aims to further internationalize the company.
Patrik Danz
Patrik Danz joined the IBC SOLAR management team in 2021 as Chief Sales Officer (CSO). The trained engineer (FH) in the field of electrical engineering and business can look back on many years of international experience in management positions within the lighting technology industry. Core aspects of his activities included in particular the areas of Sales & Marketing, Product Management, R&D and Quality.
At IBC SOLAR, he is responsible for the company’s national and international sales and project units as well as the departments of Marketing, Product Management & Engineering, and Technical Sales. In his role as CSO, Patrik Danz is responsible for coordination of these areas within the IBC SOLAR Group and is helping to make the sales units even more focussed at all levels.
The Founder
Udo Möhrstedt
Pioneer of the industry
Udo Möhrstedt is one of the world's great pioneers in the PV industry. He founded IBC SOLAR in 1982 at a time when the possibilities of solar energy were virtually unknown and large-scale utilisation was considered impossible. His foresight in believing in photovoltaics as the future leading technology for sustainable power generation was unrivalled at the time.
With great entrepreneurial skill, he founded and managed a company that has made it its mission to make photovoltaics accessible to as many people as possible worldwide. IBC SOLAR still lives by these goals and values today. Since the 1st January 2024, Dr Dirk Haft has continued as the new CEO. Udo Möhrstedt has moved to the Supervisory Board of IBC SOLAR, where he chairs the Board and ensures the continuity of its mission.
The IBC SOLAR Blog
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