Sales and service for bebob batteries and battery accessories in the US
Munich and New Jersey, January 27, 2026. German battery manufacturer bebob, a leading provider of professional power solutions for film, broadcast, and production, is expanding its activities in the United States. In addition to its long-standing relationships with respected U.S. dealers and the recent announcement of a new service partner, bebob has created the new position of National Sales Manager USA. Donald Mainardi has been appointed to this role and will serve as the direct sales contact for all U.S. clients.
With an extensive background in the film and broadcast industry and a strong network of established relationships, Don Mainardi brings a wealth of experience to the position. Prior to joining bebob, Don Mainardi held key sales positions at a leading battery manufacturer and at Panasonic Broadcast, where he was responsible for managing broadcast and production clients across the U.S.
Through this new appointment, bebob reaffirms its commitment to the North American market. The company’s strengthened presence will enable improved product access and consulting as well as enhanced customer support tailored to local needs.
“bebob products already enjoy an excellent reputation among American filmmakers,” says Don Mainardi. “I’m thrilled to introduce these premium-quality batteries to cinematographers and filmmakers across the U.S. — and to help support their success in the market. Along with the new service partner BW Energy and Innovation, we’re positioned to offer even better service, faster response times, and closer collaboration with both end customers and resellers. Customers at bebob USA can look forward not only to expert advice but also to very fast turnaround times and first-class shipping services.”
Premium After-Sales Service and Repairs via BW Energy and Innovation
On the service side, bebob has recently partnered with BW Energy and Innovation, a U.S.-based battery testing and evaluation lab providing comprehensive end-of-life battery testing and grading services. BW Energy and Innovation’s parent, Blue Whale Materials, is a U.S.-based leader in providing responsible lithium-ion battery recycling and recovery solutions. Through its strategic alliances and established network of collection partners, BW Energy and Innovation provides safe and efficient collection & logistics solutions that help maximize the value of used batteries for bebob customers. Most importantly, BW Energy and Innovation is uniquely positioned to support one of bebob’s most important USPs: battery re-celling. This process extends the life of bebob batteries through component-level repairs, saving valuable resources and costs, while supporting more sustainable production practices. The collaboration with BW Energy and Innovation ensures that bebob’s high sustainability and quality standards are maintained overseas, offering American customers not only advanced power solutions but also responsible and reliable after-sales support.
“These two appointments mark an important milestone in bebob’s international growth strategy,” says Michael Erkelenz, Managing Director at bebob. “We’re excited to work closely with our American partners and resellers, and to provide the same level of excellence in service and product performance that bebob is known for in Europe.”
