About us

About Us

Foton Pty Ltd is the sole and exclusive distributor of Cospowers energy storage systems in Australia. With a growing nationwide network of more than 100 resellers, we deliver high-performance, reliable, and future-ready battery solutions across residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets.

Global Expertise, Local Delivery

Through our exclusive partnership with Cospowers, a Tier 1 global manufacturer with over 20 years of advanced research, design, and production experience. Foton provides Australian customers with early access to world-class energy storage innovations.

Cospowers operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across China, India, and Europe, producing gigawatt-scale capacity of both lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and emerging sodium-ion battery technologies. Their products power residential homes, commercial enterprises, industrial operations, and large-scale renewable projects across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

With a proven track record of millions of battery units deployed worldwide, Cospowers is recognized as a trusted supplier to global renewable energy and infrastructure developers.

By combining Cospowers' global manufacturing strength and innovation leadership with Foton's Australian distribution and technical support network, we ensure that local customers receive the best of both worlds: cutting-edge international technology and dependable on-the-ground service.

National Distribution & Local Support

Our strong national distribution network ensures timely supply, fast turnaround, and seamless delivery across the country. To further strengthen our customer service, Foton is establishing local branches across Australia, providing on-the-ground support and faster response times.

We are proud to offer:

• Dedicated local technical support
• Specialist engineering teams for system design and deployment
• Highly skilled engineers to design and deliver large-scale storage projects
• Tailored storage solutions to meet project-specific requirements

Leadership & Founder's Message

Foton was founded by Krishna Thota, an experienced entrepreneur with more than 20 years of entrepreneurial expertise across energy, carbon markets, and advanced geospatial technologies. With a strong background in building innovative businesses and forging international partnerships, Krishna brings a unique vision to Australia's energy storage landscape.

"When I started Foton, my vision was simple: to bridge the gap between world-class global innovation and Australia's growing need for reliable, sustainable energy solutions. I have spent over two decades building ventures that combine technology, transparency, and long-term value creation. At Foton, we are not just distributing energy storage systems, we are shaping the future of how Australians power their homes, businesses, and communities. With the strength of our exclusive partnership with Cospowers, and the dedication of our local engineering and support teams, I believe we are building more than just a business. we are building trust, resilience, and a cleaner energy future for generations to come."

Our Mission

At Foton, we are bridging the gap between global innovation and local execution. By combining cutting-edge global energy storage technology with on-the-ground expertise, we are making energy storage smarter, faster, and more accessible for all Australians.

Why Foton

• Exclusive distributor of a Tier-1 global manufacturer
• 20+ years of global battery R&D and production through Cospowers
• Gigawatt-scale manufacturing capacity across China, India, and Europe
• 100+ resellers and growing across Australia
• Expanding network of local branches for customer support
• Local technical and engineering expertise
• Proven solutions across residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets
• Commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation