Fortescue Zero
Fortescue Zero is a large company based in Oxford, UK, specializing in renewable energy, automotive, aerospace, and motorsport. It focuses on engineering solutions for energy storage and sustainability, aiming for zero carbon emissions by 2030.
Services
Fortescue Zero provides engineering solutions focused on energy storage sustainability and efficiency. The company specializes in electrification and battery technology, aerodynamics, and thermodynamics. It operates as a technology and engineering services business, offering a whole-system integration approach that supplies everything from individual control units and sensors to all-electric drivetrains. Fortescue Zero collaborates with rail operators and various sectors, including shipping and off-highway industries, to support zero emissions initiatives. The company also develops turnkey programs and high-performance battery systems tailored for the rail industry.
Products
Fortescue Zero specializes in advanced battery technology and energy storage solutions. The company has developed a range of products including DCDC converters for high power applications, a structural battery pack, and Elysia® Battery Intelligence, which combines battery management system algorithms with a cloud platform for analytics. The company also unveiled the EVRh, a high-performance hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle platform, and has supplied batteries for the entire Formula E grid. Additionally, Fortescue Zero has a Green Fleet dedicated to achieving zero emissions in heavy mining.
History
Fortescue Zero has a history rooted in motorsport, having provided electrical systems for nearly all electric race series. The company was officially re-branded from WAE to Fortescue Zero in June 2024. In 2022, it acquired Williams Advanced Engineering, enhancing its capabilities in the climate technology product manufacturing sector. The company has supported various initiatives, including the pioneering Infinity Train program and the Extreme E off-road series, where it won the battery contract. Fortescue Zero aims to achieve Real Zero carbon emissions by 2030.
Founders
The founding details of Fortescue Zero are not explicitly stated. However, the company has expanded its operations significantly, including the acquisition of a state-of-the-art test facility in Oxfordshire in May 2024. It has also created a Partner Secondment programme to facilitate information exchange and cross-sector learnings.
Sector
Fortescue Zero operates in the Climate Technology Product Manufacturing industry, focusing on renewable energy solutions. The company is involved in various sectors, including automotive, motorsport, aerospace, defence, agriculture, transport, shipping, rail, and off-highway industries. Its commitment to sustainability is evident through its engineering solutions aimed at achieving zero carbon emissions and supporting decarbonization strategies.