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AceOn Group Wins Prestigious Award at Inaugural Maritime Innovation Week 2025

AceOn Group has won Outstanding Engineering Innovation at the Maritime Innovation Week Awards 2025, held at BT Tower in London. This marks AceOn’s first win at Maritime Innovation Week and recognises the engineering excellence and real-world impact of our work in accelerating maritime electrification and decarbonisation.  Pictured: Maritime Minister Keir Mather MP—who attended the ceremony to reaffirm the UK Government’s commitment to supporting maritime innovation, digital transformation, and clean growth—congratulates AceOn CEO Mark Thompson on receiving the Outstanding Engineering Innovation Award 2025,...


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How Battery Storage Helps Data Centres Keep the Power On

Big-battery energy storage is a game-changer for data centres. These systems offer fast, reliable power at a lower cost, helping facilities plug into the grid sooner and avoid long waits for interconnection.  They also make it easy to switch between multiple power sources without any hiccups, keeping operations smooth. As data centres add more onsite energy options, battery energy storage helps maintain steady, high-quality power at every step. The rise of artificial intelligence is pushing energy demand into new territory. As...


AceOn finalist for two prestigious Innovation Awards 2025

AceOn Group has once again been recognised for its leadership in energy innovation, being named a finalist in two major categories at the Innovation Awards 2025 — Engineering Innovator of the Year and Sustainability Innovator of the Year. This double nomination highlights AceOn’s continued commitment to delivering world-class renewable energy solutions that combine technical excellence with meaningful environmental and social impact. Recognising innovation and sustainable engineering The Innovation Awards celebrate outstanding creativity, design and problem-solving across UK industry. AceOn’s recognition in both the...


AceOn Launches in Africa, with Kampala, Uganda, as its Base

AceOn has been at the forefront of international projects over the past few years, and we’re delighted to announce a huge step forward in our goal to drive clean power access across sub-Saharan Africa.   AceOn Africa will deliver cutting-edge energy storage solutions and clean technology systems tailored to local needs. Through partnerships and innovation, we aim to foster energy independence, economic growth, and climate resilience. This expansion underscores our long-term commitment to empowering communities through clean energy innovation and sustainable development across...


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EMS Retrofits & The Role of Energy Management

Energy management systems (EMS) are at the forefront of increased efficiency, where business owners, house builders, and governments seek improved sustainability and efficiency within all projects.  At AceOn, we’ve been involved with EMS in different industries and applications, and have seen firsthand how impactful they can be when implemented correctly.  Here, we introduce you to energy management systems and explain their fundamental role in improving energy efficiency in different ways. What is an Energy Management System? An Energy Management System (EMS) is a technology...


AceOn Group Powers One of UK’s First Zero-Emission Hybrid Hydrogen/Battery Research Vessel in the North Sea

AceOn Group, a leader in renewable electrification, has proudly led one of the UK’s first successful trials of a hybrid hydrogen and battery retrofit propulsion system aboard Newcastle University’s Princess Royal research vessel. This pioneering £4.6 million RESTORE project marks a breakthrough moment for maritime decarbonisation, setting sail into a zero-emission future. Funded by the UK Department for Transport and delivered through Innovate UK’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC3), RESTORE (Retrofittable Propulsion System for Electric Vessels with Hydrogen Range Extender) transformed...


Foreign Secretary David Lammy: “Fantastic British Businesses Like AceOn Group”

AceOn Group, a leading innovator in renewable energy and battery storage solutions, has been praised by Foreign Secretary David Lammy for its significant role in supporting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid the ongoing crisis. In a statement ahead of the International Energy Agency Summit, David Lammy highlighted the crucial work of the company: "Fantastic British businesses like AceOn Group are at the heart of efforts to rebuild Ukraine in the face of relentless attacks from Russia. With Foreign Office support, these companies are...


AceOn Attends UN International Procurement Seminar 2025

AceOn Group is proud to announce its participation in the UN International Procurement Seminar (UNIPS) 2025, taking place March 11-12, 2025, at UN City Copenhagen. This prestigious event, hosted by the United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM), brought together international suppliers and UN procurement representatives to explore innovative solutions that align with the UN’s sustainability and development goals. As a leader in renewable energy and battery technology, AceOn is committed to supporting the global transition to clean energy. With over 30 years...


AceOn Supports UK Maritime Industry with Cutting-Edge Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

AceOn continues to push the boundaries of renewable energy innovation with the successful delivery of a 2MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to a UK client for a groundbreaking marine shore power project. This latest achievement marks AceOn’s expansion into the maritime industry, demonstrating its ability to provide high-performance energy storage solutions for diverse applications. The 2MWh liquid-cooled BESS, integrated into a 20-foot container, is currently undergoing rigorous integration testing at the customer’s site before being deployed to a seaside location....


SMARTGEN: Revolutionising Wave Energy and Maritime Decarbonisation

The innovative SMARTGEN (Smart Renewable Energy Generation, Recharging, and Maintenance Technology) project is set to transform maritime energy solutions through wave energy and second-life EV battery systems. This groundbreaking initiative, funded by the Department for Transport’s Smart Shipping Acceleration Fund, will develop and demonstrate a pioneering renewable energy solution to support the decarbonisation of coastal shipping and green corridors. Led by Tarus Eng Ltd. and AceOn Group pioneering businesses and organisations- Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE), Liverpool University and Newcastle University. The...