PSW Power & Automation has signed an agreement with Plug to deliver a battery-integrated Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for zero-emission vessels. The system features an 8.3MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) combined with a smart energy management system to enable rapid charging for fast ferries while ensuring grid stabilization.
The solution will be located in Geiranger, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to support the transition to greener maritime operations in a protected natural environment. By integrating shore power with battery storage, the system reduces strain on the local grid and optimizes energy supply, storage, and consumption through a coordinated approach.
This project demonstrates the effectiveness of battery-electric propulsion for various passenger vessels, including fast ferries and RIBs. The partnership reinforces the role of integrated energy solutions in addressing grid capacity challenges and advancing sustainable maritime electrification in Norway.