Guernsey industrial lithium ion batteries

Are lithium-ion batteries causing fires in Guernsey?

The rise in fires has been credited to lithium-ion batteries, which are often used as an alternative to petrol power, in the likes of small tenders and jet-skis. Kieran Higgs, assistant harbourmaster at Guernsey Ports, says that batteries require particular and careful attention.

Are battery fires on Channel Island a threat to Guernsey?

Harbour officials in Guernsey have warned of the catastrophic consequences of battery fires on Channel Island seas. Guernsey Ports has expressed concern that an increasing number of incidents on boats and other watercraft have been recorded in the bailiwick in recent years.

Can electric vehicles cause a fire in Guernsey?

This is believed to be the first time that a fire in Guernsey has involved an electric vehicle. Chief Fire Officer Le Page said that once ignited, a lithium-Ion battery – like ones used in electric vehicles – will become involved in "an unstoppable chemical reaction known as thermal runaway".

Why are there so many fires in Guernsey?

Guernsey Ports has expressed concern that an increasing number of incidents on boats and other watercraft have been recorded in the bailiwick in recent years. The rise in fires has been credited to lithium-ion batteries, which are often used as an alternative to petrol power, in the likes of small tenders and jet-skis.

What is a lithium ion battery?

Most plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles will contain a lithium-ion battery which are defined as 'a rechargeable battery that utilises lithium ions moving between electrodes during charging and discharging processes'.

What are industrial lithium ion batteries?

The industrial lithium ion batteries are sized to fit the standard motive power lead acid battery, along with meeting the truck battery weight requirements. From 5kWh to 35kWh, Green Cubes Technologies has industrial lithium ion batteries ready for the application.