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  • Zephyrus Marine announces MOU with Mirai Ships, SHIFT and Ad Hoc to power wind service hubs in Japan

    The Zephyrus Zero Carbon Offshore service operation will streamline the electric transition for Japanese offshore vessels.

    April 4, 2023 –  (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations) – Zephyrus Marine announces today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mirai Ships, a Japan-based leading shipyard located in Miyagi prefecture, to build the Zephyrus Zero Carbon Offshore wind service vessel. Ad Hoc Marine Designs Ltd. (Ad Hoc) will be providing the design for the zero-emission Crew Transfer Vessel (“CTV”) which will incorporate Shift’s leading-edge PwrSwäp technology This class NK-approved energy storage system will allow crew transfer vessels to swap their modular battery systems with ease while providing a zero-emission service to the Japanese offshore wind sector.

    The design of the Zephyrus Zero Carbon Offshore wind service operation will be tailored to specifically service Japanese wind and offshore vessels. The fully electric Mothership will operate as the hotel and charging station with fully electric daughter vessels that will either be stowed on  deck or returned to shore for near-shore operations. These daughter vessels will be lifted off the Mothership and launched into the field. When the charge is low, these CTVs will return to the Mothership to dock at the stern, allowing for the spent batteries (“e-pods”) to be lifted and replaced with fully charged ones within minutes.

    Rob Stewart, Director at Zephyrus said, “We need to make it easy for shipowners and the offshore wind sector to go zero carbon. By partnering with Mirai Ships in building our unique solution, we can move the needle towards a net-zero shipping industry and we can do so while improving the operational cost and reducing the risk profiles within the offshore Japanese wind sector.”

    Takeyoshi Kidoura, CEO of Mirai Ships, mentioned: “It is a great honor to become a part of this team of people who are trying to make the planet a better place to live. It is a challenge and requires dedication, passion, and, most of all, teamwork. As JFK once said, ‘Our problems are man-made; therefore, they can be solved by man. Man’s reason and spirit have often solved the seemingly unsolvable. I believe they can do it again.’ I believe he was correct, and we can do this in Japan as well.”

    Paul Hughes, President and founder of Shift, said: “When it comes to decarbonization, it needs to be a collaborative effort. We are thrilled to partner with Zephyrus and Mirai Ships to power these zero-emission wind service vessels. Utilizing our PwrSwäp technology, we give shipowners the power and freedom to utilize clean, reliable energy without having to purchase the energy storage system. Our energy storage systems provide the energy needed for the trip saving space, weight and costs. This is an important step towards lowering shipping emissions in Japan and beyond.”

    The Zephyrus Zero Carbon Offshore wind service operation will utilize Shift’s PwrSwäp technology – a pay-as-you-go energy subscription service that delivers instant renewable, clean energy to vessels without risk. As a result, vessels can utilize only the energy they need without committing to a fixed energy storage system. The technology is rooted in a network of swappable battery e-Pods and containers which are connected through cloud-based service and management centres. Not only does PwrSwäp reduce emissions and costs, it saves time. Unlike traditional refueling which can take hours, it takes between 3-15 minutes to swap modular batteries. This addition will facilitate the transition of Japanese wind and offshore vessels to hybrid or fully electric.

    John Kecsmar, Naval Architect and owner of Ad Hoc, added: “We are excited to work with the team at Zephyrus and Mirai Ships to build this unique solution for the Japanese market. This groundbreaking technology is a game changer, allowing vessels to quickly adopt electric energy while dealing with the space and weight constraints that CTVs and other smaller vessels experience when seeking a solution to reduce carbon emissions and improve operating costs. Also, teaming up with our partners at AMC is exciting, having previously shared historical roots in the same company many years ago. AMC is a trusted known builder of high-quality aluminum vessels, including ⅓ of the world’s CTVs over the last 17 years. Collaborating with Mirai Shipbuilding to bring world-class aluminum production expertise into Japan, a country known for its attention to detail and quality, by linking with Mirai Shipbuilding, serves as the perfect platform to ensure the locally built vessels for the Japanese market are built to the highest quality standards.”

    This project and partnership between Zephyrus Marin, Shift, Mirai Ships, and Ad Hoc, marks an important step towards the decarbonization of the shipping industry in Japan and beyond. Zephyrus is rapidly accelerating the electrification solutions for offshore wind. With Japanese waters known for the rough seas all year around, it was a natural fit to use Ad Hoc’s SWATH CTVs, which are tailor designed to withstand such harsh annual conditions.

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    Zephyrus Marine,

    Zephyrus is a collaboration between` Vessel Manufacturers, Naval architects and both battery manufactures and infrastructure electrical charging specialists. The group has combined the most experience operators in Offshore wind. Zephyrus is able to offer a optimized package in the provision of all electric zero carbon vessels operations with the option of both on and offshore charging. Zephyrus offers training and knowledge transfer to offshore wind farm owners and operators.

    Mirai Ships

    Mirai Ships is a Japan-based shipyard specializing in the construction, design, repair, and sale of a wide variety of vessels. The company has over 100 years of experience within the maritime industry. Mirai Ships was founded in 1910 and has built a trusted reputation for its high quality construction and meticulous attention to detail.

    www.miraiships.co.jp

    About Shift Clean Energy:

    Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems.  Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

    Ad Hoc Marine Designs Ltd:

    Ad Hoc is a UK-based design and consultancy company with over 60 years of experience in shipyard production and design. It offers a wide range of technical services, including Naval Architecture, Marine Design, and Technical Support Services. Ad Hoc’s staff are experts in their field, notably with more than 30 years of multihull and novel hull form designs such as: high speed passenger ferries and CTVs etc. and extensive research into Aluminum fabrication and fatigue having authored many international technical papers on hydrodynamics and structural design within the marine sector. John Kecsmar is on Lloyd’s Register’s Technical Committee and sits on the chair of many global institutions.

    www.adhocmarinedesigns.co.uk

    Press contact:

    Yulu PR

    Shift@yulupr.com

  • Shift and Solar Earth collaborate with the Malahat Nation on Solar Powered Building

    This partnership is another step towards energy sovereignty for the Malahat Nation

    March 21, 2023 (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations) – Shift Clean Energy (Shift) announces today that it has partnered with Solar Earth Technologies Ltd. (Solar Earth) to power the Malahat Nations’ administrative operations on Vancouver Island by renewable solar energy. The project is a part of the Malahat Nations’ concrete plans to become a more sustainable community while moving toward energy sovereignty.

    Funded by the BC Indigenous Clean Energy Initiative, this project will be the first to utilize Shift’s leading-edge energy storage systems on land and Solar Earth’s unique form of solar power that transforms everyday infrastructure, such as parking lots and sidewalks, into a renewable energy source. This first project will transition one of Malahat Nation’s administration buildings, which acts as a joint emergency response, and office space for the Environment and Social Programs Departments, to run on renewable energy. Following the completion of the building, Shift will continue to work with the Malahat Nation to streamline its transition to being a more sustainable community, with the aim of developing a renewable energy microgrid.

    Solar Earth is a manufacturer of hardened solar power panels that transform sidewalks, parking lots and other elements of everyday infrastructure into a new source of solar energy. Its Chairman John Farlinger said: “This is an amazing opportunity to show the world how we can build Net-Zero energy systems to power truly sustainable economic development. With Shift, our goal is to deliver  one of the world’s most unique microgrids, with the world’s toughest solar, that is both scalable and replicable in many other use cases.”

    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, said: “We are thrilled to join forces with Solar Earth to bring this impactful project with the Malahat Nation to fruition. It is a testament to the fact that electrification doesn’t have to be a pain point. A transition towards a greener future is a win-win for both people and the planet.”

    Innovative partnerships are at the core of Malahat Nation’s environmental strategy. The panels are expected to reduce 18,300 kg of carbon emissions over its 25-year lifetime while producing enough energy to cover its operating costs. Once complete, the Malahat Nation’s administration building will be capable of running off-grid at nearly full capacity.

    “Malahat Nation is committed to sustaining administrative operations in a way that progresses environmental protection and honors the values of the community,” said Tristan Gale, the Malahat Nation’s Executive Director of environment and sustainable development. “This project will accomplish this goal by capturing and storing the energy of the sun using a new solar power technology that turns a concrete or asphalt surface into a renewable energy source and ultimately reduces our dependence on BC Hydro.”

    Shift’s proprietary energy storage systems will store and manage the delivery of the solar power within the renewable energy grid. Its 30.5kW photovoltaic system is composed of 54 individual rooftop panels and 119 of Solar Earth’s PV pavers. The grid will supply 34.3 MWh of power annually.

    This project, and partnership between Shift and Solar Earth, marks an important milestone and impactful step towards accelerating electrification solutions across an array of industries. Shift is rapidly growing with headquarters in the US, UK, and the Netherlands and Shift is currently in the process of building a location in Singapore.

    Shift CEO Brent Perry added: “It’s an honor to be chosen by the Malahat Nation to install this carbon-free power and storage system. Shift and Solar Earth are keen to engage other communities that are open to similar projects around the world to achieve carbon reduction solutions.”

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    About Shift Clean Energy:

    Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems.  Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

    About Solar Earth:

    We are a new form of solar power that transforms everyday infrastructure into a source of revenue-generating solar energy for a net zero world. Solar Earth transforms surfaces into tough, versatile sources of solar energy by embedding solar cells into a rock-hard, resilient surface. We can “solarize” sidewalks, roads, parking lots, rooftops, docks, and more by putting solar cells inside that infrastructure. Our breakthrough technology captures the power of the sun to “solarize” infrastructure and generate secure, free, clean energy to fight climate change and achieve a net zero world. We are based in Vancouver with international offices. For more information, visit

    www.solarearth.ca

    About Malahat Nation:

    Malahat Nation is an Indigenous Government representing approximately 340 members with reserve lands located along the western shore of Saanich Inlet, near Victoria, BC. Malahat Nation has maintained a strong connection with the Salish Sea and surrounding lands since time immemorial. Malahat members are stewards of the shared resources and habitats throughout the region. In recent years, Malahat Nation has dedicated much of its limited resources to modernize this stewardship and ensure that future generations of Malahat Members can enjoy the same natural resources that Malahat ancestors have enjoyed historically. Currently, the Malahat Nation Environment Department maintains a stewardship presence year-round, conducting monitoring, data collection and habitat revitalization throughout Malahat Territory. Looking towards the future, Malahat is committed to developing partnerships with innovative companies that offer modern solutions to the many environmental challenges facing the world today.  

    Press contact:

    Yulu PR

    Shift@yulupr.com

  • Shift Appoints New Chief Technology Officer; Aims To Accelerate Clean Energy Capabilities

    February 22, 2022 (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations): Shift Clean Energy has today announced it has appointed a new Chief Technology Officer, Ramtin Rasoulinezhad. The move follows a period of rapid expansion for Shift, and aims to further increase the company’s clean energy capabilities and innovation.

    Previously the Director of Engineering, Ramtin Rasoulinezhad joined Shift in April 2022 to manage the company’s global engineering team and product development. Now, Rasoulinezhad steps into the role of Chief Technology Officer to accelerate product sophistication and capabilities, and steer the company’s technological expansion.

    Speaking about his new role, Rasoulinezhad said: “Creating net-zero communities is one of the most impactful things we do for our planet. It drives down emissions, improves public health, creates green jobs, and fundamentally alters how we power our countries. I’m extremely pleased to step into the role as Shift’s new CTO, and will remain committed to our shared vision for a better future.”

    Rasoulinezhad has recently been nominated in Business Intelligence for British Columbia’s Forty Under 40 List. The nomination highlights the new CTO’s role in sustainability and clean technology efforts across the B.C. area, and Rasoulinezhad’s work towards a net-zero future.

    Last year, Rasoulinezhad played a central role in the evolution and innovation of Shift’s proprietary technology, PwrSwäp, supporting efforts to bring affordable, reliable, and clean power to the industry.

    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, said: “Ramtin’s dedication and passion coupled with his deep experience of incorporating energy storage into practical solutions makes him an invaluable part of our team, and the contribution we can make to society in reducing emissions and leading the charge in a zero-emission world.”

    “Most children want to change the world,” said Rasoulinezhad. “Even now, there’s a much greater desire for people to have purpose and meaning in their careers, but it’s rare for it to become a reality for many. My role is an exception. The work we do at Shift, and the results our technology achieves are outstanding – results that are only set to accelerate in the months and years ahead.” Rasoulinezhad is originally from Iran, and now lives in British Columbia.

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    About Shift Clean Energy:

    Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems.  Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

  • Shift Clean Energy partners with Billion Electric to electrify Taiwan’s shipping sector

    This Channel Partner Agreement is set to make waves in Taiwan’s shipping industry and beyond.

    December 15, 2022 (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations) – Shift Clean Energy (Shift) announces today that it has entered into a Channel Partner Agreement with Billion Electric, a prominent and experienced provider of power electronics and network communication technology, utilizing Shift’s PwrSwäp technology. As a result of this partnership, Billion Electric now has the exclusive rights to distribute Shift’s energy storage solutions in Taiwan.

    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, said: “We are excited and honored to partner with Billion Electric, an industry leader. We are proud to support this forward thinking organization in reaching its ESG goals. The only way to tackle climate change is by working together. This partnership marks an important milestone in the scaling of Shift’s technology and is a crucial step towards decarbonizing Taiwan’s transportation industry.”

    Mitigating climate change is a priority for the Taiwanese government. The National Development Council of Taiwan announced a budgetary plan of “Transforming To Net Zero”, aiming to achieve zero emissions by 2050. Focused on transitioning the energy, industrial, lifestyle, and social sectors to clean energy, the Taiwanese government has established a budget of nearly NT$900 billion with electric transport accounting for NT$168.3 billion. Billion Electric will be able to utilize Shift’s leading edge technology to help decarbonize Taiwan’s marine industry and convert existing marine micro economies such as wind farms, ports and ferry terminals to zero emission in operations.

    Tim Chen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Billion Electric, commented: “Though most of the budget makes up for electrifying land transportation, such as electric vehicles, electric buses, and electric bicycles, electrifying sea transportation empowered by electric ships and marine vessels is a critical action that can be undertaken by large-scale corporate shipbuilders to decarbonize the industry. We are beyond thrilled to announce our partnership. Shift’s PwrSwäp technology can open doors for shipbuilders who are looking to achieve carbon neutralization by reducing the upfront costs and providing clean energy with more reliability and less risk.”

    Shift’s PwrSwäp technology obliterates the roadblock many shipping companies face when looking to decarbonize—costs. Unlike traditional energy storage systems, PwrSwäp is the first pay-as-you-go energy subscription-service that allows ships to utilize and pay only for the energy that is needed. PwrSwäp provides instant clean, renewable energy to ships without risk or obligations, streamlining the transition from diesel powered to hybrid or fully electric.

    The partnership between Shift and Billion Electric is an impactful step towards decarbonizing the marine industry in Taiwan, Asia, and beyond. This partnership will allow Shift to scale its reach throughout Taiwan, lowering carbon emissions and driving the marine industry towards a net-zero future.  Shift is rapidly growing with headquarters in the US, UK, and the Netherlands and Shift is currently in the process of building a location in Singapore.

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    About Shift Clean Energy:

    Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems.  Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

    Billion Electric

    Billion Electric Co., Ltd. (TSE: 3027), the world-leading company of green energy, networking ICT solutions, power suppliers, and battery storage system founded in 1973. Headquartered in Taipei with a subsidiary in the USA has continued offering comprehensive product solutions for various partners and driving transformation across green industries, business models, and experiences for the past 50 years. Today, our employees act as responsible global citizens by introducing technological solutions that halt the speed of global warming. To address these needs, our development team is committed to providing cutting-edge technology, whilst maintaining our environmental responsibilities.

    Press contact:

    Yulu PR

    Shift@yulupr.com

  • Shift Clean Energy electrifies ‘Master of the Sea’ fleets with Fast Offshore Supply and Terasaki Electric Co. (F.E) Pte Ltd

    Shift’s technology will significantly reduce the vessel’s carbon footprint.

    December 6, 2022 (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations) – Shift Clean Energy (Shift) announced today that they have partnered with Terasaki Electric Co. (F.E) Pte Ltd (Terasaki) to utilize Shift’s proprietary Energy Storage System (ESS) to electrify a transport crew vessel for Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd (Fast Offshore). This project is a part of Fast Offshore’s “Green Initiative and Sustainability Program” and is designed to cut emissions and reduce fuel consumption.

    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, commented: “We are thrilled to work with Terasaki and Fast Offshore Supply to electrify these advanced crew transfer vessels. It is a privilege to join forces with forward-thinking organizations and we know that this is only the beginning of an impactful and exciting project and wider mission to decarbonize the marine industry as a whole.”

    Today, representatives from Shift, Terasaki, and Fast Offshore participated in a MOU signing ceremony at FOS Shipyard Pte Ltd. Terasaki, an industry leading provider and manufacturer of electrical switchboards, control systems, and system integrators will upgrade the Fast Offshore vessel’s existing electrical system to support the implementation of Shift’s leading-edge technology.

    Darren Tiong of Terasaki Electric Co. (F.E) Pte Ltd commented: “Fast Offshore’s “Go Green Attitude” is absolutely amazing. The way the organization discusses decarbonization and environmental solutions really thrilled us. With this project, and many to follow, we are determined to show our commitment to working towards a healthier and more sustainable environment. We are excited to work side-by-side with Shift Clean Energy once again to support Fast Offshore’s “Green Initiative and Sustainability Program”. Together, we can contribute to cleaner seas.”

    Fast Offshore Supply (FOS) is known to have one of Asia’s largest offshore crew vessel operators and is known for designing, building and operating one of the continent’s most advanced fleets of Fast Multi-purpose Supply Vessels (FMSV). These vessels are referred to as the ‘Master of the Sea’, providing efficient and fast transportation. Shift will be outfitting the ship with its fixed battery system, transitioning the vessel from conventional diesel to hybrid-electric. The 422kWh energy storage system will be used for peak shaving and hotel loads.

    The ESS system for the newly hybridized vessel will be a containerized fixed installation and will be equipped with a “Plug and Play” connection with the vessel’s electrical system. Terasaki will upgrade the MSB and PMS for the vessel’s electrical system while Shift will provide the vessel with its state-of-the-art marine approved batteries and operational software – OnWätch.

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    About Shift Clean Energy:

    Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems.  Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

    About Fast Offshore:

    Fast Offshore Supply (FOS) is a Singapore-based company that provides design, manufacturing, and operational services to one of Asia’s most advanced fleets of Fast Multi-purpose Supply Vessels (FMSV). Fast Offshore Supply provides the marine industry with fast, efficient and comfortable transportation of passengers (both seated and in-cabin) with its ‘Master of the Sea’ vessels in Fast Cargo Transfer, Fast Passenger Transfer, Towing, Emergency Rescue and Response, Fire Fighting, and Oil Pollution Control. Jointly designed by Naval Architects from Norway and Singapore, FOS vessels support both exploration and production activities in the oil field for clients such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, Chevron, CNOOC, Premier, Stat Oil, ENI, Conoco Philips, Lundin and more. Fast Offshore vessels have operated throughout Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Brunei, Philippines, Sakhalin, Nigeria, and Australia.

    About Terasaki :

    Terasaki Electric is one of the leading international electrical switchboards and control systems manufacturer in Asia. Terasaki design and manufacture power distribution control systems for factories, railways station and all kind of vessels. Terasaki’s business and technology spans five core fields: marine systems, industrial systems, circuit breakers, engineering, electro-fitting and servicing. Terasaki Electric also support all kind of GREEN project as system integrator role. Terasaki emphasizes on the after sales service, therefore, Terasaki group also got a well establish global services network all around the world.

    Press contact:

    Yulu PR

    Shift@yulupr.com

  • Meet Shift’s Director of Engineering

    Creating net-zero communities while increasing the reliability and safety of our energy solutions – that is what most excites Ramtin Rasoulinezhad, our Director of Engineering, about working with electrification and energy systems at Shift.

    In an industry such as marine electrification, there are a number of unique challenges and rewarding solutions that our teams face each day. For Ramtin, shifting the trend towards clean technologies is what keeps him motivated, and he looks forward to opportunities to educate communities about the practicality and affordability of energy storage systems. 

    Ramtin’s claim-to-fame at Shift has been his work on a new concept that we introduced to the industry: Shift’s PwrSwäp e-pod. “We have created a system of charging stations and swappable battery cartridges (e-pods) that provide the end user with an affordable, reliable energy source, without them having to worry about long charging times or depreciation and lifetime maintenance of the batteries. PwrSwäp mitigates risk, optimizes efficiency, and eliminates the cost of expanding the grid.” 

    Energy storage systems are the backbone of clean energy, and Ramtin is proud of his work in bringing affordable, reliable, and clean power to the industry. Originally from Iran, Ramtin moved to Canada six years ago, and now calls Coquitlam, BC his home. Ramtin holds a PhD from Western University, as well as two Masters of Science.

  • Shift Clean Energy partners with Red Offshore as ESS provider in South Asia

    This new partnership is set to electrify the shipping industry in Singapore and Malaysia – an important step towards decarbonizing the maritime sector as a whole.


    October 11th, 2022 (Vancouver/ Unceded Territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations) – Shift Clean Energy (Shift) announces today that they have entered into a partnership with Red Offshore Industries — a leader in integrated shipping systems.


    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, commented: “Partnering with Red Offshore is a huge feat and a major step towards scaling up our decarbonization impact. We are proud to be Red Offshore’s ESS provider for Singapore and Malaysia. We believe that together we can offer the safest and most robust solutions for the maritime industry, while powerfully driving this complex industry towards net zero. ”
    Kervin Goh, the Regional Sales Manager of Red Offshore, commented: “We are pleased to work alongside Shift to offer the shipping industry the safest technology. It is partnerships like these with leading-edge organizations that are going to show the maritime industry that we don’t have to sacrifice reliability or safety to cut carbon emissions.”


    Shift has continued to innovate and lead with safety within the marine industry. In September, the company revealed its proprietary ESS technology will be used in 17 new hybrid and electric tugboats to effectively reduce emissions and harmful NOx gas, whilst continuing to support efficient operations. The same month it was also announced that Shift’s PwrSwäp technology will be used to power the first all-electric battery swapping vessel, the Hydromover in the Port of Singapore, one of maritime’s leading ports – a significant step forward for battery technology and alternative energy solutions.
    This new partnership with Red Offshore marks an important milestone for Shift as their presence as industry leader continues to grow within the clean energy sector. Shift is rapidly growing with headquarters in the US, UK, and the Netherlands and Shift is currently in the process of building a headquarters in Singapore.

    About Shift Clean Energy: Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems. Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.


    About Red Offshore: Red Offshore industry provides high quality integrated systems to maritime vessels. Established in Singapore in 2013, Red Offshore is headquartered in Singapore with office in India, and sales representation in Australia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia. serving the Marine and Offshore Industry. Red Offshore’s range of products ranging from system integration, deck machineries and turnkey ballast water management system (BWTS).


    Press contact: Yulu PR Shift@yulupr.com

  • Meet Shift mechanical engineer Yanming Wu

    We want to take a quick moment to brag about one of our impressively talented employees, Yanming Wu, who has had a major impact on our decarbonization solutions. You may be asking yourself, what does the day in the life of a mechanical engineer at Shift look like? Well, let us give you a little sneak peak, and introduce you to one of the brilliant minds behind the world’s first swappable battery! Through design, prototyping and manufacturing, Yanming has witnessed first-hand the growth of our PwrSwäp technology in its entirety.

    Yanming has played a critical role in each part of our cutting-edge PwrSwäp technology, which is a pay-as-you-go subscription service that delivers clean and reliable renewable energy with no risk. Our CEO, Brent Perry, had a vision to make a more aesthetically pleasing extruded frame for the PwrSwäp cartridge, and with that in mind, he reached out to Yanming to discuss the philosophy behind the PwrSwäp project and how it would positively impact the industry. That phone call was enough to get her hooked!

    Yanming jumped straight into the project and was involved in everything from creating the 3D model, developing the prototype and working on-site making sure the team had everything they needed to build the first ever PwrSwäp cartridge!

    Yanming was born and raised in Sichuan, China, but has called Vancouver home since 2013. She loves the challenge that working in marine electrification brings, and that there is always something new to learn and discover. Prior to her work with Shift, she was working as an Intermediate Mechanical Designer and is a Simon Fraser University alumna. When she isn’t busy working on our cutting-edge solutions, Yanming can be found hiking, camping, baking or hanging out with her dog, Jojo.

  • Shift Clean Energy Expands Solutions Team, Welcoming New Head of Solutions, EMENA and New Vice President of Energy Solutions 

    Shift Clean Energy has once again expanded its team, welcoming Lasse Agger Antonisen as its new Head of Solutions for EMENA in August, and Sietse Nap as Vice President of Energy Solutions in September. 

    With a wealth of experience in sales, commercial development, and marine and offshore industries, Lasse joined the team this summer as the Head of Solutions for EMENA. Lasse will be driving the development of the company’s ESS solutions, providing consultative support to Shift’s customers, and leading the solutions team itself. 

    “Seeing the purpose-driven model Shift has established is what makes it clear that the company will continue to be successful,” says Lasse. “Commercialism is a multi-faceted thing: it’s built on return-on-investment, longevity, business and operational needs. And in this case, regulatory requirements. This is what Shift has managed to develop, a solution which meets each of these objectives, and that has unique selling points . 

    “There is a lot to be done here, and I’m keen to get stuck in,  It is great to see that the internal buy-in is already there, the teams understand and care about the goal of the business. From top to bottom.” 

    Sietse, who joins Shift with over a decade of sales, marine and energy experience, will focus largely on the market development and adoption of PwrSwäp, the industry’s first pay-as-you-go energy subscription service. Working closely with Shift’s teams and customers in tandem, Sietse will oversee the end-to-end adoption of PwrSwäp, globally. 

    “What struck me the most was the product,” said Sietse. “I’ve spent time in roles where I felt less enthusiastic about the product, and what it worked towards. But with Shift, PwrSwäp is something totally new to the industry. It’s captured the need to adopt alternative energy solutions for reduced emissions, without sacrificing profits – which is the precise algorithm businesses are looking for.” 

    “We’re at the start of something truly exciting here. In 10 or 15 years, I want to be able to say that we’ve pioneered electrification. And I know we will do just that.” 

    “It’s no coincidence that Lasse and Sietse have joined us at a time of exponential growth for Shift,” said Brent Perry, CEO and co-founder of the company. “We’re seeing a vast number of businesses opt for battery technology to hybridise or fully electrify their operations. Keeping up with that level of demand requires our own operations to expand at a consistent pace. Which they are.” 

    News about the growing team follows Shift’s recent announcements of their growing partnership network. In the past two weeks, the company revealed its proprietary ESS technology will be used in 17 new hybrid and electric tugboats to effectively reduce emissions and harmful NOx gas, whilst continuing to support efficient operations. 

    It was also announced that PwrSwäp will be used to power the first all-electric battery swapping vessel, the Hydromover in the Port of Singapore, one of maritime’s leading ports – a significant step forward for battery technology and alternative energy solutions. 

    “We push the envelope at Shift – I think that’s always been clear. We do things differently, see things differently, grow differently from other energy providers. Lasse and Sietse fit into that need extremely well, and it’s already clear they’ll each be bringing valuable knowledge and experience to our solutions – Lasse at the helm to steer progress, and Sietse as an integral facilitator of our PwrSwäp solution.” 

    Welcome to both new additions to the team.  

  • Shift Clean Energy’s PwrSwäp technology to be used in first all-electric vessel in one of the world’s busiest ports

    The industry’s first pay-as-you-go energy subscription service streamlines the transition from diesel to electric, leading with safe and reliable clean energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine industry, today.


    September 28th, 2022 (Vancouver, Canada / Singapore) – Shift Clean Energy (Shift) today announced its involvement in the first all-electric battery swapping vessel in the Port of Singapore. The news was shared today at a keel laying ceremony, led by SeaTech Solutions International (SeaTech), Yinson GreenTech (YGT), and Goal Zero consortium members, announcing the start of construction on the first all-electric cargo vessel in the Port of Singapore – the Hydromover.

    The all-electric Hydromover, owned by YGT and designed by SeaTech, will be the first to use Shift’s PwrSwäp technology, the first pay-as-you-go energy subscription-service that provides instant clean, renewable energy to ships without risk or obligations. Shift’s industry leading PwrSwäp technology streamlines the transition from diesel powered to hybrid or fully electric, changing the game for energy storage in the marine industry.

    The Hydromover will be the most economical and environmentally-friendly option for cargo vessel crafts. Reducing fuel costs by approximately 77% and saving approximately 752 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from the atmosphere.

    Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift, commented: “We are thrilled to be a part of this momentous day and are honoured to be a member of the Goal Zero consortium. It’s never been more critical to decarbonize the marine industry and partnerships like these are integral to moving the needle on decarbonization. PwrSwäp’s industry leading, safe and clean technology will play a vital role in revolutionizing the operations of the harbor craft sector in the Port of Singapore and beyond and helping the maritime industry meet IMO’s greenhouse gas emission targets for 2050.”

    Yinson Executive Vice President New Ventures and Technology, Mr Eirik Barclay, said: “Goal Zero is made up of like-minded and synergistic partners who are fully committed to helping the marine industry transition to net zero. Since being awarded the grant, we have achieved many important milestones, which have culminated in today’s keel laying to mark the official commencement of construction. We are very pleased with our rapid progress and are looking forward to launching our pilot vessel by the second quarter of 2023, way in advance of the original 5-year schedule planned for the program. This not only gives Goal Zero a head start to roll-out our all-electric cargo vessel, but it is also an important contribution to Singapore’s goals for all domestic harbour crafts to operate on low-carbon energy solutions by 2030 and to halve carbon emissions from these vessels by 2050.”

    The Goal Zero consortium received one of the three grants awarded by Maritime Port Authority and the Singapore Maritime Institute in August 2021 to research, develop, deploy and commercialize a fully electric cargo vessel with swappable battery infrastructure solutions. Following the extensive research and design phase, the vessel will go into construction and is expected to be finalized and launched in the second quarter of 2023 and ready for commercialisation in 2024.

    To date, around 100 vessels have registered interest for PwrSwäp and 12 locations are planned to open by mid-2023.

    About Shift Clean Energy: Shift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwäp subscription energy systems. Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.

    About Yinson Green Technologies: Yinson GreenTech (YGT) is a green technology solutions provider that delivers clean, integrated and technology-enhanced ecosystem across the marine, mobility and energy segments. YGT invests in novel green technology ideas and sustainable solutions and collaborates with like-minded partners in its key geographical markets to deliver integrated digital solutions and platforms that connect its smart green technology assets and green infrastructure to fully support its customers’ transition into a net-zero future. YGT is a wholly-owned subsidiary and the green technologies division of the global energy infrastructure and technology company Yinson Holdings Berhad, which is listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.

    About Goal Zero consortium: “Goal Zero” consortium brings together the diverse expertise of 13 enterprises and research institutes. Project Lead SeaTech takes on the roles of vessel designer and system integrator, while Yinson Green Technologies is responsible for overall programme management and commercialisation. Other consortium members include Shift Clean Energy as battery technology partner, Rina Hong Kong Limited Singapore Branch as classification society, industry partners Batam Fast Ferry, Bernhard Schulte (Singapore) Holdings, DM Sea Logistics, Marina Offshore, Kenoil Marine Services, Lita Ocean Pte Ltd and Jurong Port and research institutes Singapore Institute of Technology and Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine Singapore.

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