Corvus Blue Whale NxtGen – Power
Ideal for applications that require high power, along with superior safety, performance and lifetime cost efficiency.
Corvus Blue Whale NxtGen – Power
Ideal for applications that require high power, along with superior safety, performance and lifetime cost efficiency.
Key Features
Key Features
The Corvus Blue Whale NxtGen ESS – Power is designed for use in medium to large vessels, including retrofits, with system sizes from 1MWh to 200+MWh.
It is particularly well suited for operational profiles which call for high C-rate charge and discharge for short-term durations, at a cost-effective kWh price.
The Corvus Blue Whale NxtGen ESS – Power is designed for use in medium to large vessels, including retrofits, with system sizes from 1MWh to 200+MWh.
It is particularly well suited for operational profiles which call for high C-rate charge and discharge for short-term durations, at a cost-effective kWh price.
Industry leading volumetric and gravimetric room energy density
Unparalleled energy storage efficiency that maximizes capacity within limited maritime spaces.
Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry, on the BYD Blade Cell platform
Suitable for short term, high C-rate charge/discharge
Purpose-built technology scaled for the demanding requirements of major maritime operations.
With a very low life cycle cost
Industry leading volumetric and gravimetric room energy density
Unparalleled energy storage efficiency that maximizes capacity within limited maritime spaces.
Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry, on the BYD Blade Cell platform
Suitable for short term, high C-rate charge/discharge
Purpose-built technology scaled for the demanding requirements of major maritime operations.
With a very low life cycle cost
Main Specification
Main Specification
Technical Excellence in Every Detail
C-Rate - Peak
2,3CP for 5 minutes
C-Rate - Short Term
2CP for 20 minutes
Battery Cell Chemistry
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP)
Single Module Size / Increments
13,36 kWh / 87,6 VDC
Single Module Capacity
174 Ah
Module Dimensions
770 x 540 x 150mm (l x w x h)
Module Weight
94 kg
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Ingress Protection
System: IP66
Applications
Applications
Versatile Power for Every Maritime Need
The Corvus Blue Whale ESS - Power is ideal for marine applications that require high C-rate charge and discharge for short-term durations, at a cost-effective kWh price. Typical vessel-types include:
Versatile Power for Every Maritime Need
The Corvus Blue Whale ESS - Power is ideal for marine applications that require high C-rate charge and discharge for short-term durations, at a cost-effective kWh price. Typical vessel-types include:
Cruise Ships
Cruise Ships
Ro-Ro / Ro-Pax
Ro-Ro / Ro-Pax
Yachts
Yachts
Merchant Vessels
Merchant Vessels
Workboats
Workboats
Inland Vessels
Inland Vessels
Tugs
Tugs
Functions
Functions
Extending the range of zero-emission operations for Cruise, Ro-Pax, and other large maritime vessels
Blue Whale was developed with large marine energy storage installations in mind, specifically battery systems that require more than 10MWh total system energy. Redesigned to provide more power, better cycle life, and Corvus NxtGen architecture benefits, Blue Whale NxtGen-Power is a versatile, high-power, and cost-efficient system based on next generation technology.
Industry leading volumetric and gravimetric room energy density
Suitable for short term, high C-rate charge/discharge
Designed for voltages up to 1200 VDC
Very low life cycle cost
LFP chemistry, on the BYD Blade Cell platform
Flexible and modularized design
Easy and safe plug and play connections
Simplified installation and servicing
Passive single-cell Thermal Runaway protection
Scalable capacity and voltage according to vessel requirements
Multiple cell options available for performance/lifetime optimization
Corvus 4th-generation BMS and digital platform
Remote monitoring capabilities
Corvus NxtGen architecture supports service parts availability
Future-proof architecture adaptable for next-generation products
Cobalt-free and rare-earth-free, designed for recyclability and ESG compliance
Enhanced EMI immunity design for maritime environments
DNV Type Approval for Cybersecurity
Advancing marine energy storage technology with the Corvus Blue Whale
The Corvus Orca ESS, the most installed marine energy storage system worldwide, set the industry standard for maritime energy storage reliability and safety. The Blue Whale design incorporates the unsurpassed safety features of the Orca, and additionally provides key advances required to meet the energy demands of large vessels. This includes improved energy density, with weight and volume reduced by ~30% and ~50 % compared to Orca.
Extending the range of zero-emission operations for Cruise, Ro-Pax, and other large maritime vessels
Blue Whale was developed with large marine energy storage installations in mind, specifically battery systems that require more than 10MWh total system energy. Redesigned to provide more power, better cycle life, and Corvus NxtGen architecture benefits, Blue Whale NxtGen-Power is a versatile, high-power, and cost-efficient system based on next generation technology.
Industry leading volumetric and gravimetric room energy density
Suitable for short term, high C-rate charge/discharge
Designed for voltages up to 1200 VDC
Very low life cycle cost
LFP chemistry, on the BYD Blade Cell platform
Flexible and modularized design
Easy and safe plug and play connections
Simplified installation and servicing
Passive single-cell Thermal Runaway protection
Scalable capacity and voltage according to vessel requirements
Multiple cell options available for performance/lifetime optimization
Corvus 4th-generation BMS and digital platform
Remote monitoring capabilities
Corvus NxtGen architecture supports service parts availability
Future-proof architecture adaptable for next-generation products
Cobalt-free and rare-earth-free, designed for recyclability and ESG compliance
Enhanced EMI immunity design for maritime environments
DNV Type Approval for Cybersecurity
Advancing marine energy storage technology with the Corvus Blue Whale
The Corvus Orca ESS, the most installed marine energy storage system worldwide, set the industry standard for maritime energy storage reliability and safety. The Blue Whale design incorporates the unsurpassed safety features of the Orca, and additionally provides key advances required to meet the energy demands of large vessels. This includes improved energy density, with weight and volume reduced by ~30% and ~50 % compared to Orca.
Specifications & datasheet
Specifications & datasheet
Technical Specifications
Performance Specifications
C-Rate - Peak
2,3CP for 5 minutes
C-Rate - Short Term
2CP for 20 minutes
System Specifications
Battery Cell Chemistry
Lithium Iron Phosphate
Single Module Size/Increments
13,36 kWh / 87,6 VDC
Single Module Capacity
174 Ah
Single Pack Range
53-187 kWh / 307- 1075 V / 4-14 modules
Module Dimensions
770 x 540 x 150mm (l x w x h)
Module Weight
94 kg
Module Volumetric Energy Density
214 Wh/l
Module Gravimetric Energy Density
142 Wh/kg
Safety Specifications
Thermal Runaway Anti-Propagation
Passive; Cell-level; DNV Pt6 Ch2 Option 1
Fire Suppression
Per SOLAS, class and Corvus recommendation
Disconnect Circuit
Redundant fail-safe for over-temperature, over-voltage, under-voltage
Short Circuit Protection
Fuses included
Emergency Stop Circuit
Hard-wired
Ground Fault Detection
Integrated
General Specifications
Type Approval
Type approvals in progress.
Ingress Protection
System: IP66
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Safety
Safety
Corvus Energy Safety Innovations
Corvus Energy Safety Innovations
Passive-Single-Cell-level Thermal Runaway (TR) Isolation
True cell-level thermal runaway isolation
TR does not propagate to neighbouring cells
Isolation NOT dependent on active cooling
Passive single-cell Thermal Runaway (TR) Isolation
• True cell-level thermal runaway isolation • TR does not propagate to neighboring cells • Isolation is not dependent on active cooling
Exceeds Class and Flag standards TR Gas venting
Integrated thermal runaway gas exhaust system
Easily vented to external atmosphere rather than the battery room
Passive single-cell Thermal Runaway (TR) Isolation
• True cell-level thermal runaway isolation • TR does not propagate to neighboring cells • Isolation is not dependent on active cooling
Expert Support at Every Stage
Our team of marine energy specialists is ready to help with system design, installation planning, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance.
Expert Support at Every Stage
Our team of marine energy specialists is ready to help with system design, installation planning, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance.
Ready to Power Your Maritime Future?
Corvus Energy combines advanced battery technology with AI-powered monitoring to deliver the safest, most efficient energy storage solutions for the maritime industry. Our automated production facility in Bergen ensures unmatched quality and reliability across our entire product line.
Ready to Power Your Maritime Future?
Corvus Energy combines advanced battery technology with AI-powered monitoring to deliver the safest, most efficient energy storage solutions for the maritime industry. Our automated production facility in Bergen ensures unmatched quality and reliability across our entire product line.
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The leader in zero-emission marine solutions, Corvus Energy products are designed for Life at Sea™ More than 50% of the world’s hybrid and all-electric maritime vessels are equipped with a Corvus Energy system.
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The leader in zero-emission marine solutions, Corvus Energy products are designed for Life at Sea™ More than 50% of the world’s hybrid and all-electric maritime vessels are equipped with a Corvus Energy system.
