
The announcement by Trina Storage of the successful grid connection and commissioning of the Maldon 40MWh BESS in Essex in collaboration with energy storage specialist Eku Energy marks the latter’s first commercially operational battery storage project in the UK. The system features a rapid response capability of 350 milliseconds, providing crucial ancillary and balancing services to the UK national grid and local networks, effectively enhancing grid flexibility and stability.
Trina Storage leveraged its exceptional technical capabilities and extensive project experience to successfully complete the engineering design, system integration and commissioning of the project, providing a solid guarantee for the reliability of the UK energy transition and power system. The 10-year contract with Eku Energy further underscores its commitment to ensuring the system’s sustained performance.
Gabriele Buccini, Head of Energy Storage at Trinasolar Europe, commented: “We are delighted to partner with Eku Energy in the successful delivery of this milestone battery storage project. This achievement not only showcases Trina Storage’s technological leadership in the energy storage field but also lays a solid foundation for our further expansion into the European market. We look forward to continuing to promote more efficient and sustainable energy solutions in the future.”
Eku Energy CEO Daniel Burrows added: “The commissioning of the Maldon Battery Energy Storage System will provide support for the flexibility of the UK electricity network and the integration of renewable energy. Our collaboration with Trina Storage enabled the efficient implementation of this project, positively impacting the UK’s energy transition.”