Ports

Wireless static charging is designed to enable opportunity charging during routine port operations. Vehicles top up automatically while loading, unloading, or queuing, eliminating the need to stop at dedicated plug-in stations. 

Key benefits include:

• Reduced operational downtime: Charging occurs in the background without disrupting workflows.
• Faster vehicle turnaround: Vehicles remain available for cargo movement instead of waiting to recharge.
• Improved loading dock efficiency: Energy transfers automatically through embedded wireless charging infrastructure.
• Smaller battery requirements: Frequent charging opportunities help maintain State of Charge (SoC) and reduce reliance on oversized battery packs.

Consequently, ports can support continuous 24/7 operations while increasing fleet availability and asset utilization.

Yes. A single shared wireless charging infrastructure is designed to support multiple port vehicle types — including yard tractors and drayage trucks — using the same embedded underground coils. Modular receiver configurations scale with vehicle size and power demand, so heavy-duty trucks can carry multiple receivers while smaller vehicles require fewer, all drawing from the same ground infrastructure.

Key benefits include:

• Shared charging platform: Multiple vehicle types can share the same embedded charging infrastructure, reducing installation costs and space requirements.
• Scalable power delivery: Receiver configurations can be adapted to support different vehicle classes and operational requirements.
• Flexible vehicle integration: Both heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles can be supported by the same charging network.
• Simplified fleet electrification: Ports can support mixed fleets without deploying separate charging systems for different vehicle classes.

As a result, ports can electrify diverse vehicle fleets with a single, scalable charging infrastructure.

High-power wireless energy transfer in port environments is designed to meet strict safety requirements. Electreon’s system uses passive underground coils, which are designed to eliminate exposed cables, plugs, and live electrical connections that can be damaged by heavy port equipment.

Key safety features include:

• Cable-free infrastructure: Vehicles are designed to charge automatically without manual handling of charging equipment.
• IP68-rated underground coils: Charging components are protected against water, dust, and harsh port conditions.
• Protected energy transfer: Critical charging infrastructure is embedded beneath the road surface, reducing the risk of mechanical damage.
• Low electromagnetic field (EMF) emissions: The system operates well below ICNIRP-2010 exposure limits for public and occupational safety.

As a result, ports can deploy high-power charging infrastructure while maintaining safe, reliable operations in demanding industrial environments.

Electreon’s intelligent management software is designed to optimize energy flow across ports through smart load-balancing, power prioritization, and energy management capabilities. The cloud-based platform is designed to support real-time monitoring and control of wireless charging operations, while its roadmap includes additional capabilities intended to help operators reduce grid strain and keep critical vehicles operational.

Key capabilities include:

• Smart load-balancing: Charging power is designed to be distributed across connected vehicles based on real-time operational needs.
• Peak demand shaving: The platform is designed to support opportunity charging strategies that distribute energy consumption throughout the day, rather than concentrating demand during overnight charging periods .
• Power prioritization: Mission-critical logistics vehicles can be prioritized as part of the platform roadmap, to support uninterrupted port operations.
• Improved grid efficiency: Future platform capabilities are designed to provide operators with greater control over charging schedules, power allocation, and fleet energy usage.

As a result, ports can progressively enhance energy management and support fleet electrification while reducing peak demand and maintaining operational continuity.

Yes. Wireless charging infrastructure is designed to withstand harsh maritime environments, including salt spray, heavy rain, and flooding. It features in-road coils embedded beneath the asphalt or concrete surface where they are naturally protected from weather exposure and physical impacts.

Key durability features include:

• IP68-rated infrastructure: Coils are sealed against water and dust ingress, even in demanding port conditions.
• Weather-immune design: Underground installation is designed to protect the system from salt corrosion, extreme temperatures, and flooding.
• No moving parts: The charging coils contain no mechanical components that can wear out or fail.
• No active electronics in the road: Passive underground coils are designed to enhance system reliability and reduce maintenance requirements.

As a result, ports can deploy wireless charging infrastructure that operates reliably in challenging maritime environments year-round.

Wireless power transfer improves Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by reducing both vehicle costs and fleet size requirements. Because vehicles can receive frequent opportunity charging throughout the day, operators can significantly reduce battery capacity—by up to 50%* for heavy-duty trucks—saving tens of thousands of dollars in battery-related capital expenditure (CAPEX) per vehicle.

Key cost benefits include:

• Battery size reduction: Opportunity charging can enable smaller batteries, lowering vehicle purchase costs and reducing vehicle weight.
• Lower CAPEX: Reduced battery requirements can deliver substantial upfront savings across large fleets.
• Reduced charger-to-vehicle ratio: Opportunity charging enables multiple vehicles to share charging infrastructure throughout the day, reducing the number of chargers required across the fleet.
• Vehicle replacement parity: Vehicles can remain productive throughout their shifts, eliminating the need to purchase additional EVs to compensate for charging downtime.
• Higher asset utilization: More time in operation translates into greater fleet productivity.

As a result, ports and logistics operators can accelerate electrification while lowering fleet ownership costs and maximizing return on investment.

*Figures reflect specific project or test conditions; results may vary by site, vehicle integration, and deployment configuration.