Goal Posts are Moving for Battery-Electric Vessels

Battery-electric can provide power and propulsion for smaller vessels, be part of hybrid systems or simply be used to store onboard energy.

The initial focus for marine Lithium-ion batteries was on the race for Higher Energy Density coupled with a demand for Lower Costs.

The goal posts are shifting as battery-electric vessels move from concept to on-water operations. At sea the main drivers are Safety and Reliability.

Safety for electric vessels is not only about high performance batteries

A systems approach considers vessel layout, installation of components, maintenance and onshore charging. An integrated plan is essential for both new builds and refits.

Marine operators need to manage the risk of running out of energy

Operators on rivers, estuaries and at sea monitor battery performance to maximise vessel range. Condition monitoring is also part of vessel safety and fire prevention.

Ports, marinas and local authorities need new fire fighting capabilities

To address the burning issues we have brought together an outstanding team of experts with real world experience - both inside and outside of marine.

NEXT GEN Marine BATTERY Workshop via Teams

22 October 2024 – from 13.00 to 17.00 (UK)

THEME: How Can We Make Battery-Electric Vessels Safer?

SESSION 1: Safety Standards and Lessons From Other Sectors

SESSION 2: Industry Solution Providers and Viable Technology

SESSION 3: Preventing Thermal Runaway & Managing Fire Risks

Focus on Sub 24 metre vessels. Relevant for 25 to 100 metre.

PRESENTERS:

John Haynes – Workshop Lead, NEXT GEN Marine

What are the Real Risks versus Perceived Risks in Marine Battery-Electric Systems?

Ben Gully – Chief Technologist, SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies

A Safety Led Approach to Power System Design for Marine Applications

American Battery Solutions (ABS)

Different Applications Need Different Batteries – Lessons from Automotive and Transport

Paul Holland – Managing Director, ENERGY SOLUTIONS

Designing and Installing Energy Storage Systems for Vessels and Onshore Applications

Tania Berry – Electrical Capability Lead, BMT

Construction and Lifecycle Support of Battery-Electric Vessels and Energy Systems

Peter Mansi – Partner & Forensic Investigator, FIRE INVESTIGATIONS UK

Identifying the Origin, Cause and Development of Battery and Electrical Fires on Vessels

Kurt Vollmacher – Owner ENERGY SAFETY

Mitigation of Battery Fires and the Benefits of Standardisation for First Responders.

NEXT GEN Marine BATTERY via Teams - 22 October 2024

Programme &register at www.nextgen-marine.com

Workshop Organiser - [email protected]

About NEXT GEN:

NEXT GEN Focus is on Practical Solutions AND Real Gains

NEXT GEN highlights effective solutions for sub 24m and 25m to 100m vessels. Including ferries, workboats, patrol craft, military platforms, superyachts and unmanned craft.

NEXT GEN Workshops are Dynamic Meetings NOT Webinars

International attendees include commercial, government and military organisations, boat builders, technology OEMs, engineers, naval architects, class societies and policy makers.

TIMELINE is What Can Be Specified NOW - By 2025 - By 2030

The unique knowledge gained from NEXT GEN helps to shape real world decisions - from improvements to in-service powertrains to procurement of next generation vessels.

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