NES to deliver battery package to live fish carrier

Norway-based shipowner and operator and MBF Member AquaShip/Intership has contracted another MBF Member, Norwegian Electric Systems AS (NES) to deliver a deck-based battery energy storage system to the Grip Explorer wellboat.

Under the contract, NES will provide a containerized energy storage system that consists of a “Quest” battery charger with 1,250 kW capacity; a 994 kWh battery package capable of operating in peak shaving, spinning reserve and harbour mode; control system; transformer; and upgrading of the current black out safety system (BOSS). NES will also support with commissioning of the deck-based system.

“We have delivered this type of containerized energy storage system to a number of offshore vessels, but this is the first time we are installing it onboard a live fish carrier. It reflects the aquaculture industry’s increased focus on energy-efficient marine operations as an enabler to reduce both operating costs and emissions,” says Siv Remøy-Vangen, managing director of Norwegian Electric Systems.

NES, which specialises in sustainable energy design and smart control, will deliver the equipment during 2024. The company will manage the project out of its headquarter in Bergen, Norway.