An all-in-one destination for green mobility, delivering customized EV and hydrogen fuel cell solutions built around your sustainability objectives.
Discover Thursday SLThursday SL is an automotive company developing zero-emission EV and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles for professional drivers, focused entirely on "back to base" logistic fleets such as trucks, buses, delivery vans, taxis, and resort vehicles.
A turnkey solution built through years of team experience and industry network, delivering sustainable zero-emission ecosystems.
Partnering with companies along the electric and hydrogen value chain to combine international and regional expertise.
Taking a lead position to deliver a carefree, end-to-end solution to partners and clients tackling infrastructure adoption barriers.
Our RESORT-ONE platform is the most compelling, circular and sustainable electric platform in the industry, engineered for reimagining specialised basic transportation.
6.5 kW BEV with solar panel roof, 30 km/h top speed, low voltage 2WD. Mass 1,200 kg, TARA 1,000 kg payload. Local "IKEA style" assembly enables 5,000–7,000 units per year with anticorrosion protection built for durability.
| Step needed for the ecosystem | Who | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project management for total hydrogen ecosystem | Thursday SL | $2M | 2.5 years |
| Partner with Hydrogen Filling Station (HRS) provider, 40 buses minimum off-take | Local Partner | Financed by hydrogen supplier | 1 year |
| Thursday SL to provide the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles | Thursday SL | $23M | 12–18 months |
| Develop the aftersales and maintenance network | Thursday SL & local partners | $4.8M | — |
A comprehensive ecosystem in collaboration with international manufacturers, offering a complete turnkey solution including EV recharging systems, hydrogen filling stations (HRS), and a maintenance hub with E-miles SL.
Building on collaboration with the DRC government and waste management partners like Averda, Enviro Care, and OK Plast to decarbonize waste management transportation aligned with "Green Congo" goals.
Multiple connections with chassis manufacturers and OEMs deliver products tailored to specific market requirements, including multiple bus lengths and seat configurations.
| Step needed for the ecosystem | Who | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project management for total hydrogen ecosystem | Thursday SL | $2M | 2.5 years |
| Partner with Hydrogen Filling Station (HRS) provider, 40 buses minimum off-take | Local Partner | Financed by hydrogen supplier | 1 year |
| Thursday SL to provide the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles | Thursday SL | $23M | 12–18 months |
| Develop the aftersales and maintenance network | Thursday SL & local partners | $4.8M | — |
A compact, containerized system that continuously converts organic waste into biochar while recovering energy-rich gas and generating verifiable carbon removal outputs.
Senior executives with leading experience at large OEMs and smaller hydrogen vehicle companies that have successfully delivered products to market.
Third-party components enable a quick-to-market strategy, capturing market share while developing proprietary vehicles and value chain in parallel.
A European manufacturing plant is underway, enabling rapid access to markets with clear decarbonization ambitions focused on hydrogen mobility.
Growth strategy partners with local companies along the hydrogen value chain, guaranteeing supply, demand, and client leasing opportunities.
A growing network of partners across the automotive, tourism, infrastructure, and energy value chain.
Milestones and momentum from across Thursday SL's leadership, partnerships, and product development.
Thursday SL has been formally appointed by the Korea Automobile Parts Association as its official strategic partner representative for Europe and Africa, expanding the company’s role as a bridge between Korean automotive suppliers and growth markets across both regions.
The agreement grants Thursday rights to promote, market, and sell products across the territory, and establishes an initial term running from 1 January 2026 through 31 December 2028, with automatic one-year renewals unless either party gives notice.
Thursday and DKC, a Seoul-based EV developer, have entered a strategic share exchange agreement, each acquiring a 3% equity stake in the other to deepen cross-border collaboration on electric vehicle development.
Wilson Kiela joins as CBO, Head of DRC, and Jack Lotafe as CFO, bringing deep African trade and financial systems expertise to accelerate the company's Africa strategy.
Continued work with the DRC government and partners including Averda, Enviro Care, and OK Plast to decarbonize waste management transportation across the region.
The circular, solar-assisted electric platform is being adopted for resort and hotel fleets, with local IKEA-style assembly enabling scalable production.
Progress continues on the multi-year hydrogen fuel cell vehicle rollout, hydrogen filling station partnerships, and aftersales network development.
25+ years as a top executive in electric mobility, IT, telecommunications and utilities. Co-founder of EVX Mobility and NexVolt Innovations, board member of QEV Technologies, and Executive Chairman of EV Hotels and Resorts and Inzile AB.
Design leader and member of the Porsche/Piech family. Former Head of Advanced Design at Volkswagen/Audi, Head of Design for Nissan Europe, and Design Director for Fiat Chrysler Group, shaping icons from the VW Lupo to the Ferrari FF.
Marketing, brand and commercial development specialist with three decades in international automotive brands including BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, Porsche, Morgan and Ford Motorsport, plus 10+ years leading Michelin (BFGoodrich) communications.
Raised in Sweden, Wilson combines deep African and European cultural understanding with 12+ years of international business experience in import/export, trade, and business development between Europe and Africa. Founder and CEO of Cadance AB, with a background as an insurance broker adding advisory and sales expertise.
Engineering leadership across Lotus UK, Volvo Trucks USA, Fiat Chrysler, Karma and Grove. Led interior design and innovation for Maserati and Alfa Romeo, and served as Chief Engineer for Grove Hydrogen FCEV in China.
20+ years in global automotive communications. Former McLaren Automotive Executive Board Director and Chief Communications Officer, and 13 years leading PR across the BMW Group, with deep HNWI and luxury brand expertise.
Finance and financial technology expert with 17 years at the Central Bank of Congo, spanning regulatory inspection, national payment systems design (RTGS, ACH, electronic banking switch), and information systems architecture including SWIFT administration.
Entrepreneur for 14 years; President of BIOGREEWN SPARINE SARL. Health Agent / Higher Institute; humanitarian interventions under UNICEF and WFP. Religious missionary for 6 years. Member of the Congolese Environmental Civil Society, trained at FVC-MDP/GCF, 9 years of environment, ecology, and sustainable development trainings. Training in Management, Administration and Project Management. 5 years of coaching in high finance and international banking regulations.
Completed 4 years of MBO, BAC+2 level, as a logistics employee in Holland, Rotterdam. Completed 2 years of CAP in logistics operations in Rotterdam, and 1.5 years of BTS GTLA (transport and associated logistics management) in Rotterdam. Spent 12 years at Van Leeuwen Groep in Rotterdam as a transport and logistics professional.
Seasoned automotive and cross-border business executive with over two decades of leadership at the helm of manufacturing and trade organizations. Currently CEO & President of both KAPA Global Incorporated and Duesenberg Korea Corporation, and Chairman of the Overseas Business Committee at the Korea Automobile Parts Association. His career spans executive roles at HK Tech Corporation and EK Global, giving him deep expertise in international automotive supply chains, parts sourcing, and building strategic partnerships between Korean industry and global markets.
With over 30 years of experience in strategic and operational leadership, Mikael oversees African operations and structural development. He is founder of Eco Village, and co-founder of ALBA International, driving sustainable growth, infrastructure development, and large-scale project management across Africa.
For business inquiries, strategic partnerships, or media requests, contact Thursday Essentials S.L. directly through the details below.
Registered office
Paseo de Gracia 23, 3° 3a
08007 Barcelona, Spain
NIF: B72628944
Phone
+34 936 761 857
We welcome partnership discussions, product inquiries, and press contact from organizations working across mobility, sustainability, and fleet operations.
