Iraqi ship energy storage lithium battery

How do battery solutions improve ship safety?

Battery solutions can also result in improved ship safety in critical situations. Electric and hybrid vessels with energy storage in large Lithium-ion batteries and optimized power control can contribute to reducing both fuel consumption and emissions.

What is a battery in a ship?

In the context of a ship, a battery is an electrochemical system that stores electric power. This allows the operator to store unused or excessive energy and then utilize the energy when it would benefit the operation of the ship.

What are some ship types suitable for lithium-ion based batteries?

The Handbook is valid for most ship types where Lithium-ion based battery power in all-electric and in hybrid configurations are being considered. Target applications include hybrid offshore vessels and all-electric ferries and passenger ships.

What is the benefit of having a battery in a ship?

A battery in a ship allows the operator the freedom to store unused or excessive energy and then utilize the energy when it would benefit the operation of the ship. This is due to its high responsiveness as an electrochemical system that can store electric power.

When were the rules for using Lithium batteries on vessels updated?

DNV Class published tentative rules for using Lithium batteries on-board vessels in 2012. These rules were updated and published in October 2015 under the common rule set of DNV GL.

Why are batteries not used in maritime and offshore applications?

Traditionally, batteries have not been utilized on a large scale in maritime and offshore applications. The specific power and energy density of available batteries have not been able to meet the needs of such applications, and short life time expectations have also been a challenge.