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  • ePropelled Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Quality Management System

    Certification underscores ePropelled’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence in electric propulsion solutions


    LACONIA, N.H., September 3, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    ePropelled, a global leader in uncrewed vehicle solutions for air, land and sea – announced today that its quality management system has been certified to the ISO 9001:2015 standard by NQA, an independent accredited certification body. The certification was awarded on August 7, 2025, and applies to all of ePropelled’s divisions and product lines, covering the design, engineering and manufacturing operations at the company’s headquarters and manufacturing center in New Hampshire, as well as its research and development facilities in the United Kingdom and India. This achievement marks a significant milestone in ePropelled’s pursuit of the highest international quality standards.

    ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system, providing a framework for organizations to consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements. Achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification demonstrates an organization’s commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

    In ePropelled’s case, the certification process involved a rigorous evaluation of its enterprise-wide quality management system. The company underwent extensive internal preparations – documenting processes, implementing quality controls and training employees – followed by a comprehensive external audit. ePropelled’s certification was achieved after an extensive audit, which verified that the company met all ISO 9001:2015 requirements. This thorough, third-party audit examined ePropelled’s processes, documentation and operational practices to ensure they adhere to the stringent criteria of the standard.

    “This achievement is a significant milestone for ePropelled and a testament to our team’s dedication to quality and excellence,” said Nick Grewal, ePropelled’s Founder and CEO. “ISO 9001:2015 certification aligns with our strategic vision to deliver innovative propulsion solutions for unmanned air, land and sea vehicles. It reinforces our commitment to embedding unmatched quality in everything we do and assures our customers that ePropelled operates to the highest international standards.”

    With the ISO 9001:2015 certification in place, ePropelled strengthens its position as a trusted partner for customers in aerospace, defense, and commercial UAV markets where rigorous quality standards are paramount. The certification provides assurance to clients and partners that ePropelled’s products and services are developed under a robust, globally benchmarked quality management system, thereby reducing risk and enhancing reliability.

    “Implementing the ISO 9001:2015 standard required us to enhance our organization at every level,” said Richard Edwards, ePropelled’s Director of Operations. “We streamlined and documented our processes, invested in employee training and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. The organizational and operational improvements needed for this certification were substantial – but as a result, we are now a more efficient, cohesive and quality-driven company. This effort has not only earned us the certification, it has made us stronger in how we operate.”

    This milestone also aligns with ePropelled’s core mission to supply superior products that meet or exceed customer expectations while continuously improving its processes to enhance customer satisfaction. By meeting the ISO 9001:2015 standard, ePropelled not only demonstrates compliance with international best practices but also underscores its long-term commitment to operational excellence and customer success.

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  • ePropelled Announces Joint Development Agreement With USA Rare Earth for Supply of Neo Magnets for Drone Technology

    USA Rare Earth Will Produce Lightweight, Powerful Magnets Needed for Production of Uncrewed Air, Land and Sea Vehicles


    LACONIA, N.H., August 5, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    ePropelled, Inc., a global leader in advanced propulsion and energy management technologies, has signed a joint development agreement (JDA) with USA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR) to develop a strategic supply and purchase relationship providing sintered neo magnets for use in ePropelled’s state-of-the-art motors, which are used in a multitude of uncrewed air, land, and sea vehicles (commonly referred to as drones).

    “We’re thrilled to partner with USA Rare Earth to secure the rare earth materials essential to our uncrewed vehicle solutions,” said Nick Grewal, ePropelled’s founder, Chairman and CEO. “Expanding our supply chain – both in the U.S. and globally – is key to meeting the high expectations of our customers and staying ahead in this fast-moving industry.”

    Sintered magnet technology, specifically developed for high-performance permanent magnets, involves precision processing of rare earth alloys to deliver unmatched magnetic strength and stability. USAR will immediately begin prototyping neo magnets for use in ePropelled’s high-performance motors, controllers, generators, and power management systems from its Oklahoma manufacturing plant. ePropelled’s systems are used in uncrewed vehicles (UAV) for air, land, and sea – from large-payload aerial drones and long-range defense applications, as well as for small surveillance and commercial drone designs.

    “This agreement is another milestone in our efforts to fill our 2026 pipeline and work through the development and qualification process with customers across industries as we complete the commissioning of our Stillwater manufacturing facility,” said Joshua Ballard, CEO of USA Rare Earth. “We are very pleased to partner with such an innovative company as ePropelled, a global leader in magnetics engineering and a proven pioneer in the design and production of electric propulsion solutions. We look forward to working with the ePropelled team to develop a true partnership in providing Made-in-the-USA designated high-quality, high-performance magnets for use in their pioneering and innovative solutions.”

    Operating worldwide, ePropelled serves a broad customer base that spans aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and maritime industries. The company’s technologies are used in mission-critical applications including long-endurance surveillance drones, robotic ground vehicles, and autonomous marine vessels. Its compliance with international defense standards (e.g., NDAA) and focus on domestically manufactured components make it especially attractive to governments and OEMs seeking secure, export-ready solutions.

    About ePropelled

    Based in Laconia, NH, USA, ePropelled is a leading global technology provider specializing in smart propulsion and energy management systems for uncrewed vehicles for air, land and sea. Founded in 2018, ePropelled holds 49 patents and serves customers worldwide from its New Hampshire headquarters and manufacturing center, supported by R&D and operations facilities in the U.K. and India. ePropelled products are engineered to optimize performance, reduce energy consumption, and support the speedy transition to a sustainable future. For more information, contact ePropelled at info@epropelled.com, call 603-236-7444 or visit ePropelled.com.

    About USA Rare Earth

    USA Rare Earth is building a vertically integrated, domestic rare earth magnet production supply chain. USAR is currently constructing a 310,000-square-foot rare earth sintered neo magnet manufacturing facility in Stillwater, Oklahoma. USAR also controls mining rights to the Round Top Mountain rare earth and critical minerals deposit in West Texas, which holds significant deposits of heavy rare earths, such as dysprosium and terbium, as well as gallium, beryllium, lithium and other critical tech minerals. USAR’s permanent neo magnets and rare earth minerals are required for a wide variety of products used in the defense, automotive, aviation, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics industries. For more information, please visit USARE.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and X.

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  • ePropelled Delivers Hercules Starter Generator and Hybrid-Ready Power Solutions for More Uncrewed Vehicles

    Rising demand for hybrid propulsion systems in military drones extends to adjacent vehicle markets adopting intelligent power management and compact generators. Rugged, compact, and powerful Hercules hybrid-ready propulsion solutions satisfy the need for extended range and mission agility for any uncrewed applications.


    LACONIA, N.H., November 13, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    ePropelled, a global leader in advanced propulsion and energy management technologies, has expanded its USA-made Hercules series of power generation and management solutions to satisfy rapidly growing worldwide demand.

    Integrated power technologies that support hybrid propulsion systems – cooperatively combining electric motors and internal combustion engines – are rapidly expanding uncrewed vehicles’ capabilities, not only for aerial drones and military applications, but across diverse land and marine vehicle uses.

    “The dual benefits of reducing logistical burdens and increasing mission tempo make electric drones and hybrid propulsion a game-changer in modern warfare,” says Ewen Stockbridge, a NATO trainer and CEO of specialist consultancy 360iSR. “Electric propulsion offers significant advantages, including reduced acoustic signatures and lower heat emissions, enhancing stealth and survivability. This shift not only improves efficiency, but also operational flexibility, allowing for rapid recharging and redeployment.”

    Designed to deliver maximum power at the least weight and in high-temperature environments, ePropelled’s Hercules starter generators produce dependable power from 500W to 12kW. The expanded Hercules series includes five starter generators, four intelligent power systems, and an agile electronic engine starter motor controller for complex hybrid power conversion requirements.

    Unique to ePropelled, Hercules features ePConnected™ real-time performance data services via standard CAN 2.0 interfaces to monitor such parameters as temperatures, voltages, amps, rpm, and power variables to enable useful applications via an open API, to gather analytics, and for creating parameter alerts based on specific uses and mission profiles.

    Made in the USA, ePropelled’s Hercules systems comply with rapidly shifting U.S. trade requirements, such as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

    “Our Hercules line of power generation products is empowering our customers’ drones to achieve mission ranges of over 1,000 km,” says Nick Grewal, CEO of ePropelled. “These products lead the worldwide uncrewed systems market in power-to-weight ratio, performance, and advanced control and instrumentation through the ePConnected™ protocols to provide enhanced mission awareness for our customers.”

    About ePropelled

    Based in Laconia, NH, ePropelled, Inc. is a leading technology supplier of a broad array of robust and intelligent electric propulsion solutions for uncrewed vehicles in the global aerospace, marine, and commercial/industrial markets. Founded in 2018, ePropelled serves more than 40 customers worldwide and operates from its New Hampshire headquarters, test facility, and manufacturing center, supported by R&D and operations facilities in the UK and India.

    ePropelled products are engineered to optimize performance, reduce energy consumption, and support the speedy transition to a sustainable future. For more information and Hercules series data sheets, contact ePropelled at info@epropelled.com, call 603-236-7444, or visit https://epropelled.com.

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