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FRV and AMP Tank Partner for First Joint Battery Energy Storage 60 MWh Project in Finland

Published 5 November, 2024
  • The first phase will install 26 Sungrow PowerTitan battery arrays, offering 60 MWh capacity.
  • The site is located near the Fingrid Simojoki substation in Lapland, just 100 km below the Arctic Circle.
  • A second phase is under discussion, potentially expanding the project’s capacity to 200 MWh.
  • It is expected to be energized in Q1 2025 and this would be FRV´s third country with Grid Scale BESS under operations after the UK and Australia.

 

Helsinki, November 5th 2024 – Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), a leading developer of sustainable energy solutions and part of Jameel Energy, has announced  a strategic joint venture with AMP Tank Finland Oy, a prominent developer of energy storage systems in the Nordic and Baltic regions. This collaboration marks the development of the first joint Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) 60 MWh site in Simo, Finland, located at the top of the Baltic Sea, just over 100 kilometers below the Arctic Circle.

Construction of the first phase of the project started in May 2024 and is expected to be operative in Q1 2025. Located near the newly commissioned Fingrid Simojoki substation in Lapland, the site will initially house 26 Sungrow PowerTitan battery arrays based on lithium ferrophosphate (LFP) cells, delivering 60 MWh of capacity. The project covers a 0.4-hectare area and will play a vital role in stabilizing Finland’s growing renewable energy grid.

The BESS will be equipped with an advanced optimization system that ensures efficient operation and maximizes energy output. Discussions are underway for a second phase, which could see the site’s capacity expanded to 200 MWh, further enhancing Finland’s ability to integrate renewable energy into its electricity mix.

We are excited to partner with AMP Tank, a leading innovator in energy storage in Finland. This project is a significant step forward in supporting Finland’s transition to a more renewable energy-focused grid, and we look forward to our continued collaboration in future projects across the Nordic region.
Tristán Higuero
Chief Business Development Officer of FRV

 

 

We are proud to partner with FRV in Simo.  FRV is a world class owner and operator of battery storage assets with outstanding commercial and technical expertise.  Finland continues to be a leader in the energy transition with excellent policies and infrastructure, and we are happy to continue the development and expansion of our business in Finland and the Nordic region.
Neal Kumar
Director of AMP Tank Finland Oy

 

This project highlights FRV’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of renewable energy storage solutions in key markets, including the Nordic region. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, FRV continues to drive the transition to a greener and more resilient global energy future.