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SPBES and GTC Energy Solutions Announce EU Manufacturing Program
Press ReleaseContract 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 […]
Elektra named Ship of the Year in Amsterdam
Cruise & FerryShip 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 […]
PBES Batteries Power 2018 Electric and Hybrid Ship of The Year
Cruise & FerryWinner: 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 […]
PBES Announces Contract Manufacturing with Elpro Solutions
Press ReleasePBES 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 […]
China’s Newest Battery Hybrid Port Crane
Industry NewsPBES 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 […]
PBES Energy Storage Power Norway’s Newest Battery Electric Ferries
Cruise & FerryPBES 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, […]
PBES Batteries Power Finland’s First New-build Battery Electric Ferry
Cruise & FerryWinter 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, […]
PBES Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Press ReleasePBES 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, […]
PBES Announces DNV GL Type Approval
Press ReleasePBES 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 […]
PBES Norway and Norwegian Solar AS announce Partnership Agreement on Containerized Storage for Solar Projects
Grid & RenewablesNorwegian 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 […]