End-to-end logistics – more than just hardware
The success of the project was not only determined by the delivery of the battery containers, but also by the overall logistical coordination. INTILION managed the entire transport chain from China to Switzerland – including shipping, customs clearance, and interim storage.
Instead of relying on a complex road transport solution, INTILION chose an alternative approach: all 16 containers were transported together by inland vessel along the Rhine, from Rotterdam to Birsfelden. This route was more efficient, safer, and eliminated the need for complex permits for heavy transports.
"Especially in international projects involving critical infrastructure, a secure, clean, and punctual supply chain is essential. This project has shown that we can fully manage even complex transports with sensitive components." - Philipp Knaup (INTILION)
Delivery of a large battery storage unit by truck
To optimally support the construction progress, INTILION organized a lithium-capable interim storage facility with the highest safety standards near the project site. This made it possible to adapt deliveries flexibly to the construction phases. In addition to the battery modules, transformers, inverters, control systems, and cabling materials were also stored there.
"With the battery storage system in Kappel, we are making a targeted investment in the security of supply and flexibility of our energy system. Smooth delivery of the system components is a key success factor for the realization of a project of this size. Equally important is the close, collaborative partnership between all project participants, as this forms the basis for the joint success of the project ." - Pablo Frezzi, Project Manager Substations at Primeo Energie
Placing the container in the overall system
Our role in the Swiss energy transition
With this large-scale storage system, we are making an important contribution to implementing Switzerland’s Energy Strategy 2050. The country is pursuing the goal of transitioning its energy supply entirely to renewable sources by 2050.
"Large-scale battery storage systems will play an increasingly important role in stabilizing the power grid in the future." - Frederik Süllwald, Head of Global Sales & Key Account Management, INTILION
Functionality and benefits
Our stand-alone storage system enables:
- Efficiently store surplus electricity temporarily
- Feed electricity into the grid as required
- Compensate for weather-related fluctuations in renewable electricity production
- Increase the security of supply in Switzerland
"The large-scale system will be used to compensate for weather-related fluctuations in the area’s rapidly growing renewable electricity production. It will, therefore, help secure electricity supply and demonstrates Primeo Energie's commitment to providing effective solutions for a successful energy transformation"
Jan Baumann
Project Manager Energy & Regulatory at Primeo Energie
Customer
Primeo Energy
Münchenstein, Switzerland
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Founded in 1897 as Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck (EBM), Primeo Energie is headquartered in Münchenstein, Switzerland. With total assets of CHF 2.8 billion, it reliably supplies private and business customers in Switzerland and France with energy at over 220,000 metering points. Under the motto “We bundle energy”, the company focuses on decarbonising the energy supply and offers intelligent solutions in the areas of smart homes, sustainable mobility and energy efficiency. These are aimed at private and business customers, energy supply companies, cities and municipalities. With around 700 employees, Primeo Energie is active along the entire value chain, from production and procurement to trading, storage and sales. The company is also committed to imparting knowledge to children and young people and supports over 300 local projects and charitable events in its grid area every year.
Location:
Kappel, Switzerland