Aura Clean Energy, a provider of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the Oceania region, has selected Volvo Penta as its supplier of advanced battery systems for large-scale energy storage applications. The collaboration marks a strategic step for both companies as demand for resilient, high-performance energy storage continues to grow across critical industries.
Volvo Penta, a global power solutions provider, will supply battery energy storage subsystems designed to meet the rigorous requirements of grid-scale and mission-critical operations. The battery systems offer high energy density, favourable C-rate performance and a high IP class rating, enabling reliable operation in demanding environments. In addition, Volvo Penta’s transparent and robust value chain reflects its Scandinavian engineering heritage and strong commitment to sustainability—key factors in Aura Clean Energy’s supplier selection.
Aura Clean Energy develops and deploys grid-scale BESS solutions delivering energy capacities in the hundreds of megawatt-hours. These systems are designed to support defence grid resilience, deployable power for forward operating bases, and mobile energy storage for humanitarian and emergency response scenarios. Fully transportable by design, Aura’s BESS units are managed via secure networks to ensure service continuity and operational assurance in critical infrastructure and mission-ready applications.
The technical capabilities of Volvo Penta’s battery systems enable Aura Clean Energy to purpose-build solutions tailored to these complex use cases, particularly across the defence, mining and critical infrastructure sectors. The partnership also supports broader applications in civil projects and data centres, where reliability and performance are essential.
Commenting on the collaboration, Volvo Penta President Anna Müller said the partnership aligns strongly with the company’s vision for a more sustainable energy future. She highlighted the potential of BESS technology to support industries ranging from mining and defence to data centres and transport, noting its role in accelerating electric charging infrastructure for future electric vehicles and equipment fleets.
Aura Clean Energy CEO Cameron Baker described the collaboration as a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy. He emphasised that working with Volvo Penta will strengthen Aura’s ability to deliver innovative, high-performance energy storage solutions while advancing sustainability objectives.
