Shift provides integrated battery solutions for maritime and heavy industries, enabling electrification and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Their subscription-based energy service allows customers to access clean, renewable energy on a pay-as-you-go basis, lowering costs and supporting climate action goals. Shift's solutions hybridize and electrify vessels and port infrastructure.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Maritime and heavy industries face increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and operating costs while maintaining operational efficiency and safety. Traditional energy sources like diesel fuel contribute significantly to pollution and can be expensive, especially for vessels and infrastructure operating in remote locations or requiring high power demands.
Solution
Shift provides comprehensive energy storage solutions (ESS) based on lithium-ion battery technology for maritime and heavy industries, enabling electrification and hybridization of vessels and port infrastructure. Their solutions include fixed battery systems for fully electric and hybrid operations, as well as swappable battery technology (PwrSwäp) for a "pay-as-you-go" energy service. Shift's ESS solutions reduce operating costs by up to 80% through decreased fuel consumption and maintenance, while also significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions. The company prioritizes safety through advanced thermal management and rigorous testing, ensuring reliable operation in harsh marine environments.
Target Audience
Shift's primary customers include vessel operators (ferries, workboats, yachts, and tankers), port and terminal operators, inland waterway and short sea shipping companies, and isolated off-grid communities seeking to reduce emissions and lower energy costs.
Features
- Fixed battery systems designed as modular, stackable, and configurable energy storage for optimal space utilization
- PwrSwäp "pay-as-you-go" service delivering clean, renewable energy through swappable battery cartridges (ePods)
- Cellswäp technology for battery re-coring, enabling reuse of primary components and reducing net carbon impact by 75%
- Integrated Cooling CellCool system to maintain optimal cell temperature, prevent thermal runaway, and extend cell life
- Fire prevention testing, including nail penetration tests, to ensure battery module safety
- OnWatch software platform for 24/7 monitoring of battery performance, proactive maintenance, and enhanced battery life
- Modular racking system providing protection for cooling, ventilation, and communication
- Customizable systems designed for various vessel types and operational needs