A recent pilot at the Steinweg Beatrix Terminal has successfully demonstrated the use of moveable battery containers to provide shore power to vessels operated by Cargow Shipping.

This trial follows an earlier experiment conducted on Parkkade in late 2019 and early 2020 but differs in scale and setting. Cargow’s vessels have a greater energy demand than those in the initial trial, and the test took place at an operational terminal rather than a public dock, showcasing the concept’s potential in a real-world, high-demand environment.

The battery containers, supplied by Zero Emission Services (ZES), are already known for powering inland vessels. This pilot signals a potential new revenue model for ZES, extending their innovative battery solutions to shore power systems. The moveable batteries offer a flexible, mobile alternative to fixed shore power connections, particularly in locations where grid infrastructure is limited or unavailable.