Brill Power Battery Management System integrated in Palmer Energy Technology BESS
FirstGroup Energy Limited and Palmer Energy Technology (a subsidiary of Palmer Automotive) Conclude Agreement for Advanced Battery Energy Storage System
London, UK, 21st January 2025 – Palmer Energy Technology Ltd. a subsidiary of Palmer Automotive Ltd. is pleased to announce contract execution for the supply of a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to FirstGroup Energy Limited, dedicated energy investment arm of FirstGroup Plc. The agreement, which was concluded in December 2024, marks an important milestone in the ongoing partnership between the two companies, both committed to advancing clean and efficient energy solutions.
Under the terms of the partnership, Palmer Energy will design, manufacture, and deliver a bespoke BESS that meets decarbonisation ambition of FirstGroup Plc in the bus sector, supporting their commitment to sustainability and the energy transition within the UK’s transport infrastructure. The system, engineered for flexibility and durability, is intended to help FirstGroup Plc increase value from its energy infrastructure assets and optimise the total cost of ownership of its electric bus fleet.
The Palmer BESS incorporates the Brill Power Battery Management System, developed by the Oxford University spin out. Brill Power offer systems that actively balance the battery cells for extending life and provide analytical data for continuous maintenance. Use of the Brill Power software helps Palmer secure data confidentiality.
Dr. Andy Palmer CMG, Founder and CEO of Palmer Energy Technology Ltd., commented:
“We are thrilled to have reached this important stage in our partnership with FirstGroup. This agreement underscores our shared vision of decarbonising the transportation sector, and it paves the way for a reliable, efficient, and future-proof energy infrastructure solution.”
Craig Leake of FirstGroup Plc, commented:
“Finalising this contract is a key step in our mission to deliver low-carbon, cost-effective transport solutions. Palmer Energy’s expertise has been integral in choosing them as a partner. We look forward to receiving the system and integrating it into our operations as we further enhance our commitment to net zero.”
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About Palmer Energy Technology Ltd.
Palmer Energy Technology is a UK-based technology and engineering business, focused on delivering innovative energy storage and electric mobility solutions. Leveraging global supply-chain expertise and cutting-edge R&D, Palmer Automotive aims to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Palmer Automotive is led by Dr Andy Palmer CMG, formerly CEO of Aston Martin and COO of Nissan.
About FirstGroup Plc
FirstGroup plc (LSE: FGP.L) is a leading private sector provider of public transport services. With £4.8 billion in revenue and around 30,000 employees, we transported more than 1.8m passengers a day in 2022/23. We create solutions that reduce complexity, making travel smoother and life easier. Our businesses are at the heart of our communities and the essential services we provide are critical to delivering wider economic, social and environmental goals.
About Brill Power
Brill Power brings together a unique team of world-class experts in battery and power management, edge computing, and data analytics. Newly developed, the Brill Power Battery Intelligence Platform brings transformational advances in longevity, performance, cost, and sustainability to electric vehicles and stationary energy storage.
For more information, please visit brillpower.com