The I-SENSE Group of ICCS, along with its spin-off company CIBOS Innovations proudly participated in the 1st Charging & Battery Summit & Expo, held in Athens, Greece, on December 7–8, 2024. This two-day event brought together hundreds of industry professionals, government representatives, market leaders, and researchers to discuss the latest trends, solutions, and best practices in vehicle charging and energy storage.
At the event, I-SENSE Group, ICCS, and CIBOS highlighted their contributions to advancing sustainable mobility and energy storage technologies. With a dedicated booth, the I-SENSE team presented their groundbreaking projects, BATTERY2LIFE and eCharge4Drivers, engaging visitors with project insights, flyers, and discussions on progress and results. Among the numerous visitors we welcomed tο our booth, we were honoured to have Mr. Vasilis Oikonomou, the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure & Transport in Greece, who was very interested in our activities.
- BATTERY2LIFE seeks to enable the smooth transition of EV batteries to second-life use, fostering innovation in the European battery industry through smart Battery Management Systems (BMS) and advanced reconfiguration methods.
More information about the project can be found here.
- eCharge4Drivers aims to simplify the charging process for electric vehicle (EV) drivers by implementing user-centric technologies and services.
Have a look at the project’s final brochure with all the tested solutions in 10 demonstration areas here.
Dr. Angelos Amditis, R&D Director at ICCS and the coordinator for both projects, joined the event to provide valuable insights into these initiatives. Moreover, in Session 2: Circular Economy & Sustainable Energy Storage, Kostas Chatziioannou, Division Leader for Circular Economy & Tracing at I-SENSE Group, contributed to a lively panel discussion. His insights into sustainable practices in energy storage aligned perfectly with the goals of the BATTERY2LIFE project, emphasizing innovative approaches for battery reuse and recycling. Dissemination leads, Maria Tsirigoti and Sevi Christoforou, engaged with attendees, spreading awareness about the projects’ goals and impact.
Contributions from CIBOS
CIBOS also played a key role in the summit. Dr. Athanasia Tsertou, Chief Technology Officer at CIBOS, delivered a compelling presentation in Session 1: Devices, Software, Equipment, and Distribution Networks. She introduced EVerywhere, CIBOS’s innovative solution for seamless electric charging station management, offering intuitive visualisation, remote monitoring, and asset management. CIBOS was further represented by its CEO Geli Latsa, along with Panagiotis Lytrivis, Aristeidis Dadoukis, and Elias Caracatsanis, who engaged visitors with detailed information about their cutting-edge solutions.
The summit offered an excellent platform for exchanging ideas and fostering collaborations. Attendees explored advancements in the charging and energy storage sectors, while I-SENSE Group and CIBOS demonstrated their commitment to driving the transition to sustainable mobility and energy solutions.
