UK-based Solus Power is revolutionizing the energy sector through the development of sustainable off-grid mobile DC-to-DC rapid charging and energy storage in the form of its 'Kratos' battery packs. The military-grade, ruggedized Lithium-ion units, referred to as 'Jerry cans of electricity', have been designed to provide mission critical portable energy support to the increasing number of power-hungry electrical equipment and systems such as drones and communications.
The cutting-edge mobile charging solution is modular, stackable and easily transported to solve the challenges of providing power and reducing dependency on fossil fuels across diverse locations and infrastructure availability.
Recognizing the vital role Kratos can play within the modern defense and security landscape, the UKDSE, part of the Department for Business & Trade (DBT), has welcomed Solus Power's innovation where it will be supported by a serving military team with extensive experience across various Army capabilities.
Working closely with the Ministry of Defense (MoD) as well as other industry and government departments, the Export Support Team (EST) will provide specialist advice and resources to promote Kratos as a breakthrough global defense solution.
With the UKDSE's approval, Solus Power will also be able to showcase its products, including Kratos, at the LEC, in Wiltshire, to international Government and military delegates arriving to procure defense and security solutions for their respective countries. Furthermore, its products will be featured under the Ministry of Defense's banner at upcoming defense and security exhibitions, providing unparalleled visibility in the global market.
“As we navigate an increasingly complex global security landscape, now more than ever, it is critical that we continue to develop and provide cutting-edge solutions that support defense and security operations” said Stas Leonidou, Founder and CEO of Solus Power. “We are proud to be at the forefront of this mission with Kratos. The demand for power as militaries move towards electrification has grown exponentially. Our ruggedized battery technology has been created to solve the challenges of supply, self-sufficiency and sustainability, while crucially maintaining operational advantage. “This strategic support from UKDSE is a powerful validation of our product and strengthens our position in the future of defence.”
Solus Power's momentum continues following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global defense and security company, QinetiQ, to explore how its technology can support the evolving electrified military landscape.
Across the British and US Army, their strategic goal is to modernize and to decarbonize through the adoption of electrification. Electrification is a win-win solution for the Army as it enables operational advantage, reduces logistic demand, and puts the Army on the path to meeting NetZero 2050 sustainability objectives.
“Our mission at the UKDSE is to identify, support and promote game-changing British innovation that will make a significant impact on the global defense and security landscape” added Michael Molloy, Construction, Logistics & Infrastructure Adviser at the UK Defense & Security Exports. “Delegates from around the world come to the Larkhill Exhibition Center seeking novel solutions to increase operational advantage; and with the clear aspiration to electrify the battlefield over the next decade, we are delighted to showcase Solus Power and its Kratos battery solution as part of our portfolio of products.”
With land capabilities requiring more power than ever with the introduction of new systems such as novel weapons, active protection, and the increase in computer processing, the performance and effectiveness of such equipment is dependent on the ability to power, charge and sustain them.
Kratos' ability to provide flexible and scalable power whenever and wherever it is required will help militaries transform their operations, reduce the dependency on fossil fuels as well as the associated safety risks in resupply.
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