Aqua superPower has unveiled what is believed to be the world’s first battery-backed DC charger in a marine environment at the UK’s Fowey Harbour.
The charger has been delivered as part of The Electric Seaway (TES) project, enables fast DC charging for electric boats possible in areas with limited grid connections.
Aqua superPower’s 60kW battery system is connected to the site’s single-phase power supply and trickle-charges from the local grid.
Stored energy powers a high-performance Aqua PKM 150 charger, delivering up to 50kVA of DC charge.
“This is a transformative moment for marine electrification,” said Karen Gill, COO of Aqua superPower.
Our battery-backed DC technology overcomes remote infrastructure barriers.
Karen Gill
“Our battery-backed DC technology overcomes remote infrastructure barriers, delivering fast charging where it’s needed most. Fowey Harbour is now a beacon for the global shift to clean boating.”
Paul Thomas, CEO and harbourmaster at Fowey Harbour, added: “This is a game-changer for Fowey Harbour and Cornwall’s waterways.
“Aqua superPower’s innovative battery-backed DC charger delivers on our TES commitment, enabling rapid electric boat charging despite our limited grid.
Sustainable maritime transport
“We’re proud to lead the way in sustainable maritime transport and protect our pristine coastal environment.”
The Electric Seaway project is funded through the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition Round 3 (CMDC3), a programme by the Department for Transport, and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK.
The project is building a nationwide network of electric charging points for UK waterways, with Fowey Harbour’s deployment providing a replicable blueprint for remote sites.
