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Modex Energy supports transition to green energy construction sites with Charge Hub

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Modex Energy (Modex) has signed a long-term rental agreement with Anlegg Øst Entreprenør (AØE), a large construction contractor in Norway, for the supply of a Charge Hub, an innovative fast charging solution developed by Modex in partnership with Supercharge.

Modex will deliver one Charge Hub 360kW Series 2 fast charging ISO container, designed for charging different types of electrical machinery including excavators and trucks, for approximately a year long period. The project will take place in the municipality of Gran and will support the construction of a 1000 metre environmental street; this project is one of the pilot projects for emission free construction sites undertaken by the Ministry of Transport.

The Charge Hub was developed in response to the Norwegian government’s aim to have fossil fuel free construction sites in the transport sector as a part of their Sustainable Development Goals. The provision of this fast charger to the construction sector by Modex is a step forward in helping industrial sites transition to fossil fuel free construction sites.

The government has set a target for 90% of machine hours on construction sites to be emission free; the development of the environmental street will be a key project for the measurement of these hours, as no road has been built in Norway with as low emissions of greenhouse gases.

Kjetil Skaaren, Business Development Director at Modex Energy, said, “We look forward to being part of this project where our Charge Hubs contribute to lower emissions of greenhouse gases. I would like to thank the contractor AØE who chose us, as well as Gran municipality, which invests in sustainable solutions.”

The new Charge Hub fast charging container is now available from Modex on a sale or rental basis; for further information, contact: Kjetil Skaaren, Business Development Director at Modex Energy on +47 948 88 414.

Modex Energy is part of the OEG Offshore group of companies.

Modex Energy forms partnership with Supercharge to target green markets

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Modex Energy has formed a partnership with Supercharge to target green markets together with the joint development of charging containers.

In collaboration with Supercharge, provider of innovative charging solutions for professional markets, Modex Energy has developed a 10-foot ISO container, called Charge Hub, which is fully equipped for the fast charging of excavators, stackers, haulage trucks and other construction site machinery. The Charge Hub system is safe, secure and offers operational reliability under demanding conditions.

The Charge Hub was developed in response to the Norwegian government’s aim to have fossil fuel free construction sites in the transport sector as a part of their Sustainable Development Goals. These fossil fuel restrictions will also apply to the construction industry in large cities from 2025.

The creation of the Charge Hub offers a sustainable system with better environmental conditions due to reduced noise and greenhouse gas emissions; the provision of this fast charger to the construction sector is a step towards fossil fuel free construction sites.

Kjetil Skaaren, Business Development Director at Modex Energy, said, “The collaboration with Supercharge has been successful so far and we have already delivered 11 Charge Hub units; we’re excited to see future Charge Hub units delivered.”

The new Charge Hub fast charging container is now available from Modex on a sale or rental basis; for further information, contact: Kjetil Skaaren, Business Development Director at Modex Energy on +47 948 88 414 or Arild Hansen, CEO at Supercharge on +47 911 777 00.

Modex Energy is part of the OEG Offshore group of companies.

Image: Kjetil Skaaren, Business Development Director, Modex confirms the new partnership with Arild Hansen, CEO of Supercharge along with members of Modex, Holta & Håland, and Supercharge.

Equinor extends its agreements with Modex Energy by five years

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Equinor extends its agreements with Modex Energy by five years. Modex Energy will deliver containers and tanks via the supply bases in Dusavik, Mongstad, Kristiansund, Sandnessjøen and Hammerfest until autumn 2028.

“The fact that we now have an extension beyond the original framework of the contracts is a fantastic recognition. We are proud and humbled to be shown this trust by our largest customer and partner Equinor. And I am proud to be part of the team at Modex, which through commitment and effort makes this possible.

Our cargo handling equipment is one of the essential cogs in the supply of energy production in the North Sea and the energy supply to Europe. We will continue to do our utmost to deliver safe cargo handling equipment and excellent service.

We are also working on digitalisation and simplification of processes in close collaboration with Equinor and other players in the supply chain. The goal is to contribute significantly to sustainable logistics and reduced environmental impact”, says Jens Petter Broch, General Manager of Modex.

For further information, please contact: Jens Petter Broch, General Manager of Modex Energy, +47 913 86 556. Modex Energy is part of the OEG Offshore group of companies.

Image: Rental supply of DNV containers, baskets and tanks to Equinor ASA

OEG to Drive Ambitious Growth Agenda in Energy Transition and European Energy Security

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Aberdeen, 10 March 2023: UK-based OEG Offshore (“OEG”) has announced its partnership with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (“Oaktree”), a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments. The partnership will further accelerate OEG’s growth plans in the energy and renewables sector in the UK and worldwide, in support of accelerating the global energy transition agenda as well as European energy security.

The partnership is a vote of confidence in OEG’s long-term strategy. To drive its ambitious growth plans, OEG expects to invest further in its renewables offering, including adding to its 1,000-strong global workforce, 200 of which are based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Oaktree will also continue to support OEG to build on the company’s strong acquisition track record, extending its services portfolio.

John Heiton, CEO of OEG Offshore said: “This partnership marks a new chapter for OEG and signals the group’s commitment to expanding its business and global reach, while entering new and exciting markets. We will continue to provide the same first-class service to our valued clients as we build and enhance our integrated offering, resulting in increased efficiencies for customers. With Oaktree’s support we will continue to invest in research and development to strengthen our offering, organically and through acquisitions. As a UK-headquartered business with global operations, this announcement underscores our commitment to the energy transition in creating a cleaner, greener future.”

Francesco Giuliani, Managing Director and Assistant Portfolio Manager of Oaktree’s Power Opportunities strategy, said: “We are pleased to be partnering with OEG, a fast-growing international energy services company with a strong presence in offshore wind. We look forward to working with OEG’s management team whom we have known and respected for many years, supporting the company’s growth and accelerate its presence in the energy transition.”