The energy at ProMat this year was electric. ProMat 2025 marked a major milestone for the manufacturing and supply chain industry—and HAWKER® was proud to be at the center of it. With more than 52,000 attendees and 1,160 exhibitors, this year’s show was the biggest ProMat yet, bringing together the best in material handling and supply chain innovation.
Here’s a closer look at how HAWKER® stood out and what it means for the future of motive power.
ProMat 2025 was the largest and most dynamic iteration of the event to date, with 52,000 professionals gathering at Chicago’s McCormick Place. With automation, robotics, and AI leading conversations across the show floor, one trend stood out above the rest: the need for efficient, resilient, and integrated power solutions.
HAWKER® was proud to meet that need and demonstrate why we continue to lead the way in motive power innovation.
Strategically positioned between leading lift truck OEMs such as Raymond and Jungheinrich, our booth benefited from a steady stream of engaged visitors. But it wasn’t just our location that drew people in.
This year, our booth design featured dynamic circuit board graphics, LED walls, and accent lighting designed to guide the eye from product to product—because at HAWKER®, we know that innovation doesn’t hide in the shadows.
Of course, this year’s success went beyond design. ProMat 2025 marked the debut of two significant innovations—the HAWKER® GFC Charger and the HAWKER® BESS Battery System—and both generated considerable interest from industry professionals seeking more efficient, scalable solutions.
The HAWKER® GFC Charger represents a new standard in high-frequency charging, designed for intelligent performance, faster recovery times, and compatibility with a broad range of battery types and fleet needs as well as DC power able through our BESS.
The new HAWKER® BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) solution is engineered to support demand response strategies, reduce energy costs, and provide next-generation power capabilities for critical operations.
Together, these solutions reflect our continued investment in smarter, more reliable energy for material handling environments.
HAWKER® welcomed steady, high-quality traffic across all four days of the event. The addition of a private conference room within the booth allowed our team to host pre-scheduled strategy discussions with regional customers and national accounts.
Off the show floor, our team hosted an evening reception at SPIN Chicago on March 17. With over 500 tickets distributed and guests staying—and arriving—late into the evening, it was one of our most attended events to date.
The material handling industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Technologies like automation, robotics, and AI are creating new operational demands—and power is at the core of their functionality. The rise of wireless charging and opportunity-based energy strategies further validates what HAWKER® has long championed: efficient, application-specific power is essential to long-term performance.
Our TPPL batteries, for example, deliver lithium-like power at a more accessible price point—with no routine maintenance and no need for charging infrastructure overhauls. With sealed designs, fast charge acceptance, and support for opportunity charging, TPPL continues to be a preferred solution across industries prioritizing safety, uptime, and sustainability.
As supply chains become more data-driven and adaptive, motive power must evolve in parallel. HAWKER® remains committed to developing technologies that support operational resilience, cost control, and sustainability. ProMat 2025 reinforced this reality—and affirmed our role as a trusted solutions provider in a fast-changing landscape.
The new technologies introduced at ProMat 2025 are just the beginning. Whether you're planning a motive power strategy overhaul or exploring upgrades for a specific facility, our team is here to identify the right solution for your operation.
Visit our website to explore our full product lineup, or connect with your regional HAWKER® dealer for expert guidance.
