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  • SPBES and GTC Energy Solutions Announce EU Manufacturing Program

    SPBES and GTC Energy Solutions Announce EU Manufacturing Program

    Contract manufacturing in Germany to supply markets in Europe, Southern Europe

    Vancouver, Canada – June 18, 2019 – SPBES and GTC Energy Solutions are pleased to announce a new contract manufacturing agreement to provide European manufactured energy storage modules and control equipment. This agreement furthers PBES’ EU focussed strategy for manufacturing and sustainability, increases production capacity and reduces exposure to offshore manufacturing volatility.

    “The agreement with GTC provides opportunity for both companies,” said Brent Perry, CEO at SPBES. “A location in the EU and history in the marine industry make GTC the ideal group to manufacture PBES products. We are very pleased to announce this partnership and look forward to further announcements in coming months”.

    The SPBES energy storage system has been engineered to the highest standards of performance and safety and is designed to seamlessly integrate with virtually any electrical infrastructure.

    About GTC Energy Solutions

    GTC Energy Solutions is a contract manufacturing company headquartered in Güstrow, Germany focussed on manufacturing high performance electronic controls and energy storage for the marine industry.

  • Elektra named Ship of the Year in Amsterdam

    Elektra named Ship of the Year in Amsterdam

    Ship of the Year Elektra – Powered by 1040 kWh of PBES Battery Power

    The Finferries hybrid ferry Elektra won the international Ship of the Year Award at the marine industry’s Sulphur Cap 2020 Conference in Amsterdam. It is an esteemed, annually given accolade determined by a nomination from a judging panel of international experts and then open voting on the Sulphur Cap 2020 Conference website.

    There were three vessels nominated by the judging panel this year. They represented the best of the field in utilising eco-friendly technology in a newbuilding: Elektra, the electric ferry from Finferries, Cardissa from Shell that utilises LNG and Christophe de Margerie from Sovcomflot that also runs on LNG. The winner’s announcement was the finale that ended the night of the Sulphur Cap 2020 gala dinner on 17th of April 2018.

    “We were very proud that Elektra was even chosen as one of the three best. Just being nominated proved to us that our innovative and functioning eco-solutions have been widely acclaimed at the international level. It is a true honour for a shipping company the size of Finferries to be put into the same group with larger, multinational actors, and so winning was a wonderful surprise,” exclaimed Finferries CEO Mats Rosin, after the awards had been given out. The focus of Rosin’s thank you speech was on the importance of collaborative partners.

    “Elektra, however, is a result of fantastic collaboration. Many different actors have contributed to the work of building the most eco-friendly ferry in Finland. I would like to thank the behind-the-scenes team of this very special vessel: the Turku-based company Deltamarin Ltd came up with the concept and the Polish company StoGda did the design. The CRIST S.A. shipyard took care of building the vessel. Siemens in Trondheim developed the new technology and PBS manufactured the batteries. Cavotec delivered the charging system. I would also like to give a whole-hearted thank you to our commissioners: the Finnish Transport Agency and the Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment of Southwest Finland. These two organisations believed in the vision of the possibilities of new technology. A special thank you goes out to the Finferries project manager and the entire supervisory team. They put a huge effort into the new vessel,” Rosin’s speech expressed.

    Original press release can be found here.

  • PBES Batteries Power 2018 Electric and Hybrid Ship of The Year

    PBES Batteries Power 2018 Electric and Hybrid Ship of The Year

    Winner: Elektra diesel-electric roll-on roll-off passenger/car ferry by FinFerries

    PBES is proud to congratulate FinFerries on their win at Electric and Hybrid Marine World Expo for Propulsion System of the Year. Elektra, Finland’s first purpose built battery electric ferry, operates on a 1MWh battery system supplied by PBES. Launched in June of 2017, the vessel celebrates 1 year of service this month.

    “We feel very proud to have had a hand in Elektra’s win,” said Grant Brown, Vice President Marketing at PBES. “Many of the unique characteristics of her performance are directly a result of the PBES technology onboard. CellCoolTM technology allows the battery to be recharged in 5 minutes and at end of life it is easily refurbished and upgraded using the PBES CellSwapTM system.”

    Elektra has an overall length of 98m, beam of 15m and draft of 3.55m, with five lanes to accommodate up to 90 cars. She travels her 1.6 km route across the Finnish Archipelago year round. Due to heavy ice conditions in the winter months, she carries auxiliary power generation equipment to augment the battery when needed.

    The PBES energy storage system has been engineered to the highest standards of performance and safety and is designed to seamlessly integrate with the electrical infrastructure on the vessel.

     

  • PBES Announces Contract Manufacturing with Elpro Solutions

    PBES Announces Contract Manufacturing with Elpro Solutions

    PBES Norway battery production moves to established Trondheim manufacturer

    PBES and Elpro Solutions AS (Elpro) today announced that they have entered a manufacturing agreement for PBES battery systems. The agreement with Elpro provides PBES with the ability to meet the demand for its product with greater manufacturing capacity, agile and flexible factory set up, and the quality standard demanded by our customers.

    “After nearly 2 years of manufacturing in Norway, it became apparent that our customers would be better served by a more streamlined process.” said Brent Perry, CEO, PBES. “The most important thing was making sure our customers can rely on delivery of product and the highest quality service. The combination of Elpro’s long experience in the maritime industry and ability to manufacture to the highest quality standards and PBES ability to service its products and customers delivers the best of all worlds to the growing maritime markets globally.”

    “Elpro is pleased to announce this agreement with PBES and demonstrates Elpro’s capabilities and competitiveness in the maritime market,” stated Pål Rune Johansen, CEO, Elpro Group AS. “I have been impressed with the level of innovation and quality of PBES technology and products. PBES growth rate and position in the business within the rapidly expanding energy storage sector is an adventure of its own and Elpro looks forward to playing a significant role in the business of green technology” concluded Mr. Johansen.

    The PBES energy storage system has been designed to the highest standards of performance, safety and sustainability. It is designed to seamlessly integrate with all types of power generation in a variety of applications, at sea and on land.

     

     

    About Elpro Solutions

    Elpro Solutions is a trusted partner to some of the world’s most demanding system integrators of electro technical solutions within the maritime, onshore, offshore and aquamarine industries.

    www.elpro.no

  • China’s Newest Battery Hybrid Port Crane

    China’s Newest Battery Hybrid Port Crane

    PBES is proud to announce the successful installation and commissioning of the first rubber tyre gantry crane with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). CCCC is the world’s largest manufacturer of port container cranes, exporting to freight terminals around the globe. CCCC Shanghai Equipment Engineering Co., Ltd (CCCCSH) is a subsidiary of CCCC and is located in Shanghai.

    “PBES is exceptionally pleased to work with CCCCSH on this innovative project,” said Brent Perry, CEO, PBES. “This first project validates the quality, performance and safety PBES has become known for. We look forward to a long, prosperous relationship with CCCCSH going forward.

    Low-emissions container cranes are part of the global push to reduce emissions from port operations. RTG container cranes are particularly well suited to hybridization; 24-hour use and rapid cycling combined with huge capacity to create regenerative power means that only the most robust batteries are up to the task. Hybrid cranes reduce fuel consumption by hundreds of thousands of liters of fuel per year compared to traditional diesel only versions. They are very effective in emissions reductions and at the same time provide significant operational cost savings.

    “PBES batteries have proven capable of handling high charge and discharge rates, and also of providing the longevity that is required in a busy port application,” commented Gao JianZhong, Chief Engineer CCCCSH. “The unparalleled cycle life and exceptional commitment to service from PBES sets them apart from other battery companies.”

    In 2017 PBES installed more than 15MWh of energy storage to marine and industrial markets around the world. The PBES energy storage system has been engineered to the highest standards of performance and safety and is designed to seamlessly integrate with the electrical infrastructure on the machine.

     

    About PBES

    PBES designs and manufactures high power lithium-ion energy storage. Comprised of the most experienced team in the sector, PBES is focused on providing value and safety for industrial, marine and grid energy storage applications. www.ssssspbes.com.

    About CCCC

    China Communications Construction Co. Ltd. engages in the design and construction of transportation infrastructure, dredging and heavy machinery manufacturing business. The company was founded on October 8, 2006 and is headquartered in Beijing, China. www.ccccltd.cn

    About CCCCSH

    CCCC Shanghai Equipment Engineering Co., Ltd (CCCCSH) was founded in 1998 as one of subsidiaries of China Communications Construction Company Ltd. (CCCC). Relying on the background advantage of CCCC, CCCCSH is mainly engaged in EPC of ships and port machinery, including engineering, manufacture, installation, commissioning and repairing. In addition, CCCCSH also deals with battery system application on port machinery. www.ccccsh.com

  • PBES Energy Storage Power Norway’s Newest Battery Electric Ferries

    PBES is proud to announce the successful installation of two 1MWh battery systems aboard the new electric ferries that service the E39 highway route on the 2km crossing between the Anda and Lote docks. The M/F Gloppefjord and Eidsfjord are Norway’s latest battery-operated ferries.

    “Anda-Lote is a vital link for Western Norway,” said Grant Brown, Vice President Marketing at PBES. “We are extremely happy to have been chosen to supply powerful and reliable PBES batteries for these innovative vessels. PBES remains committed to providing the best quality, Norwegian built energy storage for the ferry industry.”

    The zero-emissions ferries are part of the ongoing push for zero and low emission public transportation in Norway. Each 106m vessel can carry 120 automobiles and 349 passengers on the 8-minute crossing.

    In 2017 PBES installed more than 15MWh of energy storage to marine markets around the world, making it the leader in delivered product in the industry. The PBES energy storage system has been engineered to the highest standards of performance and safety and is designed to seamlessly integrate with the electrical infrastructure on the vessel.

  • PBES Batteries Power Finland’s First New-build Battery Electric Ferry

    Winter in Finland won’t stop Elektra from meeting her mission

    PBES is proud to announce the contract, supply, and installation of the 1MWh battery on Elektra. Launched in June of 2017, the vessel celebrates 6 months of service and is Finland’s first purpose built battery electric ferry.

    “PBES energy storage provides Elektra with clean, quiet, fossil free power,” said Grant Brown, Vice President Marketing at PBES. “Due to patented CellCoolTM technology the battery may be recharged in 5 minutes and at end of life it may be refurbished and upgraded to reduce electronic waste using PBES CellSwapTM.”

    Elektra has an overall length of 98m, beam of 15m and draft of 3.55m, with five lanes to accommodate up to 90 cars. She travels her 1.6 km route across the Finnish archipelago year round. Due to heavy ice conditions in the winter months, she carries auxiliary power generation equipment to augment the battery when needed.

    In 2017 PBES installed more than 15MWh of energy storage to marine markets around the world, making it the leader in delivered product in the industry. The PBES energy storage system has been engineered to the highest standards of performance and safety and is designed to seamlessly integrate with the electrical infrastructure on the vessel.

     

  • PBES Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification

    PBES reaffirms ability to consistently deliver effective quality management systems and drive ongoing product improvements

    Trondheim, Norway – 21 November, 2017 – PBES (Plan B Energy Storage) today announced certification to the ISO 9001:2015 standard. Following its corporate mantra of continual improvement and highest quality possible, PBES spent the last year refining its documentation and process, culminating in ISO 9001:2015 certification by DNV GL Business Assurance Norway AS.

    “Our goal is to provide our customers the safest, highest quality industrial energy storage products,” said Brent Perry, CEO PBES. “By obtaining the ISO 9001:2015 certification, we are demonstrating our commitment to our clients’ successes, as well as our dedication to making our own organization more efficient. As a result, we can better serve our customers and make our own operations more efficient.”

    “We are pleased to announce ISO 9001:2015 certification by PBES,” stated Rikke Mohn Simonsen, Key Customer Manager, Sales & Marketing
 DNV GL, Business Assurance. “After careful evaluation and in house audits, PBES has proven to meet ISO standards for certification.”

    The PBES energy storage system has been designed to the highest standards of performance, safety and sustainability. Featuring PBES’ patented CellCool cell level liquid cooling, ThermalStop anti-propagation barrier, E-Vent gas venting system and CellSwap battery re-coring, it is designed to seamlessly integrate with all types of power generation in a variety of commercial and industrial applications.

     

    About DNV GL

    Driven by its purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, DNV GL enables organizations to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, the company’s 16,000 professionals are dedicated to helping their customers in the maritime, oil & gas, energy and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener.

    https://www.dnvgl.com/assurance

  • PBES Announces DNV GL Type Approval

    PBES energy storage system meets safety and quality standards for use in commercial marine applications

    PBES and DNV GL today announced DNV GL Type Approval of the PBES energy storage system for use in commercial marine, offshore oil & gas and renewable energy applications.

    DNV GL is the world’s leading classification society and technical advisor to the global marine, oil & gas and industry renewable energy sectors. The type approval of the PBES system opens global marine markets by providing PBES’ customers with security in knowledge that their vessel will meet class standards.

    “PBES celebrates the certification of our systems to this highest standard,” said Brent Perry, PBES Chief Executive Officer.

    “Global reach and dominant position in classification across multiple markets make DNV GL the most important validation PBES can receive.”

    “We would like to congratulate PBES Norway on this achievement,” said Sverre Eriksen, DNV GL – Maritime. “It was a great pleasure to work with PBES during the approval process and going forward their customers can be confident that the PEBS storage system has been tested to meet strict safety and reliability standards.”

    The PBES energy storage system has been designed to the highest standards of performance, safety and sustainability. Featuring PBES’ patented CellCool cell level liquid cooling, ThermalStop anti-propagation barrier, E-Vent gas venting system and CellSwap battery re-coring, it is designed to seamlessly integrate with all types of power generation in a variety of commercial and industrial applications.

     

    About DNV GL – Maritime

    DNV GL is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. It enhances safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry – across all vessel types and offshore structures. DNV GL invests heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.

    www.dnvgl.com/maritime

  • PBES Norway and Norwegian Solar AS announce Partnership Agreement on Containerized Storage for Solar Projects

    Norwegian Solar offers PBES energy storage to support renewable energy generation

    PBES and Norwegian Solar AS today announced a partnership agreement to provide PBES energy storage to support solar power generation in global markets. PBES will supply containerized storage solutions for Norwegian Solar’s systems being deployed in the USA and Saudi Arabia. This partnership underscores the rapid development of solar energy around the world, and the need for energy storage providers to create innovative flexible solutions to ensure maximum feasibility for renewables projects.

    PBES’ storage solutions will be used to help the solar projects cope with peaks in demand by supporting higher output loads, as well as balancing out the supply by storing energy generated during the day at night. With the containerised design enabling rapid installation, this will contribute significantly to the success of solar projects around the globe.

    “Norwegian Solar is a company with similar drive and ambition to PBES,” said Brent Perry, PBES Chief Executive Officer. “Their attention to quality customer service and ability to move quickly provide PBES with confidence that they are an ideal partner to bring our energy storage products to solar customers in the USA and Saudi Arabia.”

    “We are pleased to announce the agreement with PBES,” stated Nils-Ivar Dyngeland, CEO and Founder, Norwegian Solar AS. “Much of the future of energy generation will be based on turn-key integrated solar and energy storage. After careful evaluation, the advantages of PBES’ innovations such as liquid cooling and CellSwap became clear. The company’s solution driven values fit well with our own.”

    The PBES energy storage system has been designed to the highest standards of performance, safety and sustainability. It is designed to seamlessly integrate with all types of power generation in a variety of applications.