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  • Exicom’s Harmony Boost Powers Next-Gen EV Charging

    Exicom’s Harmony Boost Powers Next-Gen EV Charging

    NEW DELHI, India, Jan 17, 2025 – Exicom unveiled new EV solutions developed at the intersection of renewable energy, and scalable, high-power public charging, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The company showcased a highly integrated solution, Harmony Boost, combining solar power, grid input, intelligent Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and multiple dispenser units (up to 400kW) to deliver a greener and faster EV charging experience for Indian EV users.

    Source: exicom

    The technology, that is being adopted globally, is being showcased in India by Exicom, for the first time. One of the key differentiators of this solution is its ability to manage solar and grid power efficiently, to maximize the use of renewable energy in EV charging. This solution addresses the challenge of intermittent availability of solar power and peak demand management at the grid level to deliver fast charging of up to 400kW per plug ‘every-time’ for EV users, by using smart energy storage and management. It also creates immense value for the Charge Point Operators by cutting costs and enhancing customer experience.

    Conclusively tackling the challenges of dust, temperature and noise environments on highways – its advanced IP65 liquid-cooled batteries and liquid-cooled power electronics ensure reliability, lowest O&M costs and longevity.

    Mr. Anant Nahata, managing director, Exicom, shared his take on the solution, saying, “Achieving net zero carbon emissions in transportation is one of the primary concerns globally. Exicom’s Harmony Boost, a BESS-equipped EV charging station, not only addresses the requirement of clean energy integration, but also offers effective load balancing, enhanced scalability, cost-savings and a superior charging experience. We hope to continue our meaningful contributions to India’s green mobility revolution and solve imminent and future challenges not only for our customers, but for the larger EV Charging ecosystem in India and across the world.”

    The solution is integrated with Exicom’s new distributed charging product, supporting power levels up to 400kW per plug for quick and efficient vehicle charging, easing range anxiety for EV drivers. Intelligent power sharing among plugs meets EVs’ varied charging needs, enhancing the charging station’s efficiency.

  • Siemens Bags Two EV Infrastructure Projects in Italy

    Siemens Bags Two EV Infrastructure Projects in Italy

    ZUG, Switzerland, Jan 16, 2025 – Siemens eMobility has been selected as the technology partner for two major electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure projects in Italy. Partnering with Autolinee Toscane and IPLANET, Siemens eMobility is leading efforts to electrify public transportation and repurpose gas stations into key service hubs. These changes support sustainable mobility across the region.

    IPLANET has tasked Siemens eMobility with equipping over 120 logistics sites with advanced charging infrastructure. Source: Siemens AG.

    73 charging points for Autolinee Toscane S.p.A.

    Siemens eMobility is electrifying multiple bus depots for Autolinee Toscane, a public transport operator and part of RATP DEV Italia Group, in the cities of Florence, Prato and Lucca, supporting the rollout of the company’s zero-emission bus fleet. Leveraging Siemens’ innovative charging infrastructure technology, the project ensures effective and steadfast operations across Tuscany’s public transport network.

    The project consists of a total of 73 SICHARGE UC charging points, capable of supplying 100 and 150KW of power to charge electric vehicles. In addition, Siemens supplies medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems with switches equipped with IoT modules to ensure reliable and transparent energy supply. Siemens eMobility also provides DepotFinity for monitoring, reporting, programming and managing charging operations within the depots. The main benefits for Autolinee Toscane are the monitoring of charging processes with the implementation of optimized smart charging logics of loads based on the operator’s service, pre-conditioning functionality of vehicle batteries and reporting of the kilometers traveled by each vehicle.

    Advanced charging infrastructure for 120 IPLANET service sites

    In another project, IPLANET, an energy transition solutions provider, has tasked Siemens eMobility with equipping over 120 logistics sites with advanced charging infrastructure, featuring integrated Point of Sales (POS) systems compliant with Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), activation via app or QR code, and interactive screens ensuring accessibility also for users with disabilities. The network features hundreds of 300-400 kW charging stations, all monitored remotely through secure connections to ensure reliability and uptime. The sites also incorporate Siemens medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems, scalable compact transformer substations, and telecontrol capabilities, enabling integration with renewable energy sources. Additionally, some of the turnkey service areas, including photovoltaic installations, parking area battery energy storage systems (BESS), and facilities for heavy-duty EV charging (e-trucks), are already operational.

    “Driving sustainable mobility together”

    “Projects like these underscore Siemens eMobility’s mission to integrate sustainable mobility into everyday life. By combining cutting-edge technology and strong partnerships, we’re helping to transform the transportation and logistics sectors for a more sustainable future,” said Markus Mildner, CEO of Siemens eMobility.

    Source: Siemens