Charge e-truck fleets without expanding your grid connection. A BESS also reduces peak loads and generates revenue on the energy market.
Rising energy prices, geopolitical uncertainty and increasing grid strain. Logistics companies face a triple challenge. Fleet electrification massively increases electricity demand, while supply security is not guaranteed.
A BESS provides planning certainty: you charge your fleet independently of grid bottlenecks, secure critical cold chains during grid disturbances and reduce your dependence on volatile electricity prices.
OSTRAL Scenario
Switzerland is already planning for electricity shortages (OSTRAL). A BESS keeps your depot resilient regardless. Even during grid bottlenecks or mandated load shedding, your fleet remains operational.
Fast charging stations create extreme power spikes of up to 500 kW per charging point when trucks are rapidly charged during the day. The charging load can quickly exceed the available grid connection. When 10 trucks return simultaneously in the evening, they are typically charged at around 50 kW over 8-12h.
A grid upgrade takes months to years and costs hundreds of thousands. Rising demand tariffs make each of these load spikes directly and measurably expensive. Grid fees are based on the highest 15-minute peak.
At the same time, cold chains must function without interruption. A power outage with temperature-sensitive goods can cause losses in the millions. Every uncontrolled load spike costs money directly, and every instance of peak shaving saves a lot.
up to 80%
Grid Connection Reduction
Charge your e-fleet from the storage system instead of directly from the grid. No expensive grid expansion, no months-long wait for the utility provider.
up to 70%
Demand Charge Savings
BESS automatically smooths your load profile. The measured 15-minute peak drops, and your grid fees drop with it.
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Additional Revenue Around the Clock
When your trucks are not charging, the storage earns: ancillary services (frequency regulation), arbitrage, peak shaving and self-consumption optimisation.
When the demand tariff rises, energy costs jump sharply. For a logistics depot with simultaneous e-truck charging, this means: every uncontrolled load spike costs money directly.
| Parameter | Typical Logistics Depot |
|---|---|
| BESS Power | 2-10 MW |
| BESS Capacity | 4-20 MWh |
| Charging Points | 5-20 (MCS / CCS) |
| Peak Shaving Potential | 30-50% |
| Typical Payback Period | 5-8 years |
19%
E-truck share of new registrations in Switzerland (highest in Europe)
CHF 20m
Federal programme for depot charging infrastructure 2026-2030
2026+
Rising grid usage fees because the grid has to deliver more in the future.
-70%
BESS costs since 2022. The investment becomes increasingly attractive.
Grid Services (NDL)
BESS relieves the local grid connection at your depot, enables e-truck charging without grid expansion and can be marketed as a grid service to the distribution network operator.
Peak Shaving
Conveyor belts, refrigeration units and sorting systems run simultaneously. BESS detects load peaks in real time and discharges precisely. Your grid fees drop measurably.
Self-consumption Optimisation
Large roof areas on warehouses are ideal for PV. BESS stores the surplus and releases it when the operation needs the energy. Even at night.
Resilience & Backup Power
Cold chains must not be interrupted. BESS responds in milliseconds during grid disturbances. Faster than any diesel generator.
Detailed explanations of all use cases can be found on our use cases page.
External Reference Project, Austria
Schachinger Logistik: 30 MW / 60 MWh
Europe's largest logistics BESS at the company HQ in Hoersching. 12 LFP containers, coupled with 9 MW solar. 95% energy autonomy, 40+ fast charging points for e-trucks. EUR 20m investment, commissioning Q3 2026.
NRG Solutions, In Development
Charging Hub with E-Truck Megawatt Charging: 20 MW / 40 MWh
Site optimisation with integrated charging hub for up to 10 megawatt chargers. BESS buffers charging power, peak shaving reduces grid fees, ancillary service revenue co-finances operations.
External Reference Project, Switzerland
Designwerk / Galliker: 1.1 MW / 1 MWh Battery Buffer
Megawatt charging system with 1.1 MW charging power and 1 MWh battery buffer. Operational since Q3 2025 at the Oberburen site. Battery storage buffers MCS charging without grid expansion.
Together we evaluate whether a BESS makes sense at your location and what the next steps could be.
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The sizing depends on the number of charging points, the load profile and the existing grid connection. For a depot with 10-20 e-trucks, we typically calculate 2-10 MW of power and 4-20 MWh of capacity. NRG Solutions advises you in a free initial consultation on the optimal sizing.
No. In addition to the classic purchase (INVEST model), NRG Solutions also offers a RENTAL model. NRG finances, builds and operates the storage system. You benefit from day 1 without equity. Revenue sharing is arranged transparently.
With the Mantelerlass (revision of the Swiss Electricity Supply Act), the demand tariff for large consumers is now explicit and measurable. Grid fees are based more heavily on the highest measured 15-minute peak demand. Every load spike, for example from simultaneous charging, costs money directly. A BESS typically reduces these peaks by 30-50%.
Yes. A BESS works independently of a PV system. The main applications at a logistics depot (charging buffer, peak shaving, ancillary service revenue) do not require solar. A PV system further increases profitability but is not a prerequisite.
Yes. The Swiss federal government has launched a CHF 20 million programme for depot charging infrastructure (2026-2030), which also covers battery storage as a charging buffer. In addition, cantonal subsidy programmes and tax deductions (energy investments) can improve the business case.
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