Milence and Power Electronics conducted a test of a new Megawatt Charging System (MCS) solution. The test, which used a prototype of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, achieved a charging power of 1,100 kilowatts.
Milence, a joint venture between Daimler Truck, the Traton Group, and Volvo Group, partnered with Power Electronics earlier this year to develop and deploy MCS technology in Europe. Power Electronics is a manufacturer of solar inverters and energy storage systems, with a presence in the electric mobility sector.
MCS is a newly defined standard for high-power charging, developed to address the needs of the growing electric truck market. The system tested by Milence and Power Electronics is designed to deliver up to 1,440 kW (1,500 A, 1,000 V) of power, potentially reducing charging times for electric trucks.
The companies will showcase the MCS solution at the IAA Transportation event in Hanover, Germany, from September 17-22, 2024. Milence’s booth in Hall 12 will feature a miniature version of a Milence Charging Hub, providing information about their European network rollout.
“We are very pleased to have partnered with Power Electronics and to be working together on pioneering MCS technology in Europe. These first test results show that we are well on the way to achieving our joint goal,” said Anja van Niersen, CEO of Milence. ”We are looking forward to attending the IAA in Hanover this year and showcasing this technology along with further updates on the electric routes we are creating with our network. Our commitment to driving innovation in electric truck charging infrastructure remains solid and we are confident that the future of road transport is electric.”
David Salvo, CEO of Power Electronics, added: “Our MCS is here to redefine the future of electric mobility. We have designed a product that offers an effective solution for heavy electric vehicle users, and thanks to our partnership with Milence, it will have a wide reach across Europe. We are looking forward to attending IAA to present this solution and demonstrate that electric mobility has a future if manufacturers and operators work together to meet user needs.”
Milence plans to conduct additional tests involving several truck brands in the coming weeks to assess the system’s readiness for market deployment.
