Forsee Power : Fueling Clean Transport with Smart Power

Forsee Power : Fueling Clean Transport with Smart Power

Forsee Power was founded in 2011 and has its headquarters in Paris, France. It aims to lead in the development of smart battery systems for sustainable electric transport, focusing on commercial and industrial electric vehicles. The company is committed to advancing electromobility through innovative, high-performance, and sustainable battery solutions, with a strong emphasis on durability, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Forsee Power specializes in lithium-ion battery systems for a range of electric vehicles and applications, including:

  • Heavy Vehicles: Battery systems for electric buses, trucks, off-highway vehicles, and rail applications.
  • Light Vehicles: Solutions for scooters, bicycles, and lightweight electric four-wheel vehicles.
  • Second-Life Applications: Repurposing used EV batteries for stationary energy storage to support renewable energy generation and grid applications.

Notable Partnerships

Forsee Power partnered with Connected Energy to develop modular, scalable energy storage systems using second-life EV batteries, combining Connected Energy’s expertise with Forsee Power’s ZEN 35 and ZEN 42 battery packs, which power approximately 1,500 electric buses in Europe. It collaborated with Ballard to integrate Forsee Power’s PULSE PLUS battery system into hydrogen-electric vehicle systems, targeting heavy vehicle applications. Forsee partners with Custom Denning to provide zero-emission public transport solutions using Forsee Power’s battery systems. It also collaborated with Infinitev to focus on maintaining and recycling transportation batteries.

Forsee Power’s technological advancements focus on lithium-ion battery systems with advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) and thermal management for enhanced performance, safety, and longevity. Key technologies include:

  • Advanced BMS: It features pre-charge functions and self-power supply, eliminating the need for auxiliary batteries and ensuring seamless integration.
  • Thermal Management: This optimizes battery performance and extends lifespan in demanding environments.
  • High-Power LTO (Lithium Titanate Oxide) Cells: Used in the PULSE PLUS system, offering exceptional durability and high power output.
  • Modular Design: This enables scalability and adaptability across various vehicle types and applications.

Key Products

  • PULSE PLUS: PULSE PLUS is a high-power battery system using Toshiba’s LTO cells, designed for heavy vehicles. It delivers 400 kW peak power for 10 seconds and has a 20-year lifespan. It is certified for commercial vehicles and expanding into rail and hydrogen-electric systems.
  • GO 6 Battery: GO 6 is a low-voltage lithium-ion battery for light-duty EVs and industrial equipment, with a 10 kW output and 4,000-cycle lifespan. It supports compact agricultural, industrial, and construction equipment, as well as lightweight four-wheel EVs.
  • ZEN 35 and ZEN 42: These are high-capacity battery packs for electric buses, with applications in second-life energy storage systems.  It powers approximately 1500 electric buses in Europe and supports grid-scale energy storage.

Forsee was awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability, reflecting Forsee Power’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable development. Forsee Power is a major player in the electromobility sector, particularly for heavy vehicles, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. Its focus on modularity, sustainability, and high-performance systems positions it as a competitive alternative to giants like CATL and BYD, especially in niche markets like buses and second-life applications. The company’s innovations in BMS, thermal management, and second-life applications contribute to cost reduction, sustainability, and reliability in the EV industry, driving broader adoption of electric vehicles in commercial and industrial applications.

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