Crestwing offers mobile, floating offshore charging stations to enable vessel electrification. Their barge-based system provides up to 10 MW of power, facilitating sustainable recharging for maritime fleets and supporting offshore energy parks.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The maritime industry faces challenges in electrifying vessels due to the lack of flexible, offshore charging infrastructure. This limitation hinders the adoption of zero-emission shipping and requires vessels to rely on traditional, less sustainable fuel sources.
Solution
Crestwing provides a mobile, floating offshore charging station designed to enable vessel electrification in any marine environment. The system utilizes a barge-based structure with off-the-shelf components, allowing for flexible positioning in various ocean depths and seabed conditions. Each unit offers up to 10 MW of installed capacity, delivering stable energy production that complements intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar. This solution facilitates efficient, sustainable recharging for vessels, enhancing grid security and reducing operational costs for offshore wind farms by co-locating charging capabilities.
Target Audience
Crestwing targets maritime operators, port authorities, and offshore energy developers seeking to implement sustainable charging solutions for their fleets and infrastructure.
Features
- Floating offshore charging station with a modular barge design for flexible deployment.
- Integrated generator with up to 10 MW installed capacity for high-power vessel charging.
- Wave energy converter (WEC) technology to efficiently transform wave motion into electricity.
- Ability to be towed and moored in any ocean depth and on any seabed type.
- Co-location potential with offshore wind and solar installations to create hybrid energy parks with stable output.
- Utilizes off-the-shelf components from the offshore and maritime industry for a scalable supply chain.
- Low environmental impact during commissioning, operation, and decommissioning.