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YVERDON-LES-BAINS, Switzerland, 11 January 2023\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0Leclanch\u00e9 SA<\/a>\u00a0(SIX: LECN) continues to reach new milestones in the electrification of marine transport and announces that it has been selected as the battery technology provider for two hybrid vessels being built for Stena RoRo and Brittany Ferries. Each battery system has a capacity of 11.3 MWh, and, the RoPax (Roll on\/roll off passenger) ferries will be the world\u2019s largest hybrid vessels \u2013 surpassing Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s prior record-breaking marine projects (click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for images). These projects planned for delivery in 2024 and 2025 further consolidate Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s backlog and ranks the company as a leading player in the e-marine space.<\/p>\n The two nearly 195-metre long hybrid E-Flexer ferries have been designed and developed by Stena RoRo (a Stena Line affiliate) in collaboration with Brittany Ferries and will be chartered on a 10-year lease to Brittany Ferries for operation between Portsmouth, United Kingdom, and the French ports of Saint-Malo and Caen.<\/p>\n Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s Navius MRS-3<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0TM<\/sup><\/u>\u00a0technology reduces the environmental impact of ferries<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n The vessels\u2019 hybrid propulsion system will be capable of operation using both liquified natural gas (LNG) fuel and Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s third generation, Navius MRS-3TM<\/sup>\u00a0onboard battery storage system, helping to greatly reduce the environmental impact of ferries and improving sustainability.<\/p>\n Building on the investments made over the past 4 years in technology, product and market development, the Navius MRS-3\u00a0TM<\/sup>\u00a0uses Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s state-of-the-art 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0generation lithium-ion battery systems, each with a capacity of 11.3 MWh and a maximum of 940 volts. The system is guaranteed for 10 years of continuous operation and is the result of several years of real-life operation and optimisation. The Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) use a highly redundant structure with 46 battery strings. Delivery to the Navy yards is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2023.<\/p>\n Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s Navius MRS-3<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0TM<\/sup><\/u>\u00a0technology to set second industry record<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Over the years, Leclanch\u00e9 has become the supplier of choice for a long list of hybrid and fully electric vessels including the recently awarded Scandlines PR24 project, where it is currently supplying a 10 MWh Navius MRS-3\u00a0TM<\/sup>\u00a0system. At the time of the purchase order, it was the world\u2019s largest hybrid ferry, as well as the Yara Birkeland, the world\u2019s first autonomous and fully electric container ship, proving the high level of performance of the battery systems deployed.<\/p>\n Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s batteries have demonstrated improved safety features, faster charging, longer cycle life, smaller footprint and lower energy consumption than competitive solutions.<\/p>\n Leclanch\u00e9 is one of the only battery system suppliers to manufacture its own lithium-ion battery cells, packs, modules and casings to rigorous German and Swiss standards in its own automated manufacturing assembly lines in Willst\u00e4tt, Germany and Yverdon, Switzerland.<\/p>\n \u201cStena is a leader in the development of technologically advanced vessels and an early participant in the green shipping transition,\u201d\u00a0<\/em>sa<\/strong>id Staffan Stenfelt, General Manager Newbuilding<\/strong>\u00a0at<\/strong>\u00a0S<\/strong>tena RoRo.\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cWe<\/em>\u2019re excited to<\/em>\u00a0partner with Leclanch\u00e9 in this major milestone in hybridisation technology and demonstrate the importance of flexibility in building next generation vessels that can adapt to the latest technology developments.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em>\u201cBrittany Ferries is committed to supporting \u2013 and help lead \u2013 the decarbonisation efforts of the maritime industry,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0added Arnaud Le Po<\/strong>ulichet,\u00a0<\/strong>Director Engineering and Maintenance\u00a0<\/strong>at<\/strong>\u00a0Brittany Ferries.<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cEvery vessel we invest in will pay dividends for the environment in the short-and-long term. We are proud to be supporting this green planetary agenda in a meaningful way.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Phil Broad, CEO of Leclanch\u00e9 E-Mobility, said:<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cWe are delighted to join in the efforts of both Stena RoRo and Brittany Ferries<\/em>\u00a0in favour of the decarbonisation of maritime transport.\u00a0<\/em>These latest project wins further emphasise Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s leadership position in the electrification and hybridisation of large vessels. In addition, these projects will strengthen our order book and our own production capacity, reinforcing the Company\u2019s positive outlook. One of the main mission of Leclanch\u00e9 is to support manufacturers in their e-mobility projects by providing them with the most suitable and powerful battery systems on the market.<\/em>\u00a0The benefits of our differentiated cell technology and liquid-cooled system were key factors in our nomination. Another main competitive asset, the system design provides a distinct size and weight advantage versus our competitors and is especially cost-effective for large-scale systems such as those being manufactured for Brittany Ferries.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Navius MRS-3TM<\/sup>\u00a0is a trademark of Leclanch\u00e9 SA. All other tradenames are the property of their respective owners.<\/p>\n About Brittany Ferries<\/strong><\/p>\n Brittany Ferries was conceived in 1972, starting life as a freight-only service on 2 January the following year. The first sailing linked Roscoff in Brittany with Plymouth in the South of England and carried a cargo of artichokes and cauliflowers. Since then, the company has progressively launched, then strengthened shipping routes. Today millions of passengers and businesses transporting goods by sea across the so-called Atlantic Arc (France, UK, Spain and Ireland) rely on the links forged through six decades of operation. In addition to cutting congestion and emissions on busy roads, these motorways of the sea have helped enrich local communities, creating jobs and nurturing international tourism.\u00a0https:\/\/corporate.brittany-ferries.com\/en\/press.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n About Stena RoRo<\/strong><\/p>\n Stena RoRo is one of the leading innovators of the rollon\/rolloff cargo and passenger concepts. Our products include vessels such as RoRos and RoPaxes.The company charters out a number of vessels to first-class operators all over the world and the clients are found both within and outside of the Stena Sphere. Stena RoRo are highly skilled and experienced in designing and converting vessels, combined with a unique knowledge of the market, to create tailor-made solutions for their demanding customers. This is called Stenability.\u00a0https:\/\/stena.com\/business\/stena-roro\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n About Leclanch\u00e9<\/strong><\/p>\n Headquartered in Switzerland, Leclanch\u00e9 SA is a leading global provider of high-quality energy storage solutions designed to accelerate our progress towards a clean energy future. Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s history and heritage is rooted in over 100 years of battery and energy storage innovation. This coupled with the Company\u2019s culture of German engineering and Swiss precision and quality, continues to make Leclanch\u00e9 the partner of choice for both disruptors, established companies and governments who are pioneering positive changes in how energy is produced, distributed and consumed around the world. The energy transition is being driven primarily by changes in the management of our electricity networks and the electrification of transport, and these two end markets form the backbone of our strategy and business model. Leclanch\u00e9 is at the heart of the convergence of the electrification of transport and the changes in the distribution network. Leclanch\u00e9 is organised in three business units: energy storage solutions, e-Mobility solutions and specialty battery systems. Leclanch\u00e9 is listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange (SIX: LECN).<\/p>\n SIX Swiss Exchange: ticker symbol LECN | ISIN CH 011 030 311 9<\/p>\n This press release contains certain forward-looking statements relating to Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s business, which can be identified by terminology such as \u201cstrategic\u201d, \u201cproposes\u201d, \u201cto introduce\u201d, \u201cwill\u201d, \u201cplanned\u201d, \u201cexpected\u201d, \u201ccommitment\u201d, \u201cexpects\u201d, \u201cset\u201d, \u201cpreparing\u201d, \u201cplans\u201d, \u201cestimates\u201d, \u201caims\u201d, \u201cwould\u201d, \u201cpotential\u201d, \u201cawaiting\u201d, \u201cestimated\u201d, \u201cproposal\u201d, or similar expressions, or by expressed or implied discussions regarding the ramp up of Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s production capacity, potential applications for existing products, or regarding potential future revenues from any such products, or potential future sales or earnings of Leclanch\u00e9 or any of its business units. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. Such forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Leclanch\u00e9 regarding future events, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements. There can be no guarantee that Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s products will achieve any particular revenue levels. Nor can there be any guarantee that Leclanch\u00e9, or any of the business units, will achieve any particular financial results.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Media contacts:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n For Leclanch\u00e9:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Switzerland \/ Europe:<\/strong><\/p>\n Thierry Meyer<\/p>\n T: +41 (0) 79\u00a0785 35 81<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0tme@dynamicsgroup.ch<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n North America<\/strong>:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Henry Feintuch \/ Ashley Blas<\/p>\n T: +1-646-753-5710 \/ +1-646-753-5713<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0leclanche@feintuchpr.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Germany:<\/strong><\/p>\n Christoph Miller<\/p>\n T: +49 (0) 711 947 670<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0leclanche@sympra.de<\/a><\/p>\n
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