Far East Battery has supported the successful commercial operation of the Wuqiao Hongbu Energy Storage Power Station (200MW/800MWh) in Hebei Province, China. The project has officially entered the commercial operation phase following the issuance of the grid connection operation approval by the Hebei Power Dispatching and Control Center.

The project is the first independent energy storage power station in Hebei Province to adopt an AI-powered safety O&M system. More notably, it has set a new global record for the fastest commercial operation of an 800MWh string-type energy storage project, establishing a new benchmark for the efficient delivery of large-scale energy storage systems.

15 Days from Grid Connection to Commercial Operation

As the energy storage industry accelerates toward large-scale and long-duration deployment, delivery efficiency has become a critical indicator of a system integrator’s overall capability.
The Wuqiao Hongbu project completed grid connection commissioning on January 15, 2026, and achieved full system startup and commercial operation in just 15 days.

Despite challenges including complex geological conditions and the project’s large scale, Far East Battery leveraged its extensive engineering and project delivery experience to optimize system design, construction coordination, and commissioning processes. This highly efficient execution enabled seamless integration from design to operation, significantly shortening the commercial operation cycle and redefining industry expectations for large-scale energy storage projects.

Advanced String-Type Architecture for Large-Scale Energy Storage

The Wuqiao Hongbu Energy Storage Power Station consists of 40 storage units rated at 5MW/20MWh each. The project is connected to the 35kV side of a 220kV substation via eight collector lines.

The overall solution includes 160 units of 5MWh DC-side liquid-cooled energy storage containers, 40 units of 5MW string-type PCS step-up integrated systems, an intelligent EMS energy management system, and a complete set of high-reliability Far East cables, forming a highly integrated and coordinated system architecture that ensures safe and stable operation.

The project adopts Far East Battery’s self-developed PowerSTROM 5000 series liquid-cooled energy storage containers. Featuring a standard 20-foot structure with a single-side door design, the system offers strong adaptability to diverse site conditions. A multi-level fire protection system combined with intelligent thermal management provides full lifecycle safety assurance, delivering sustained performance and long-term operational value.

AI-Powered Safety O&M for Proactive Operations

Through full integration with an AI-powered safety operation and maintenance system via the EMS platform, the project establishes an intelligent O&M framework centered on early risk warning and predictive analysis. This approach enables a transition from traditional reactive maintenance to proactive safety management, significantly enhancing operational reliability and safety for large-scale energy storage power stations.

Driving Value for the New Power System

As a key flexibility resource for the regional power grid, the project will participate in the electricity market through capacity leasing, power trading, and ancillary services. While enhancing grid flexibility and security, the project will also support higher renewable energy penetration, contributing to local green and low-carbon development.

The achievement of the world’s fastest commercial operation record for an 800MWh string-type energy storage project represents not only a breakthrough in delivery speed, but also a comprehensive demonstration of Far East Battery’s capabilities in system integration, engineering execution, and full-lifecycle operation and maintenance.

Looking ahead, Far East Battery will continue to drive innovation in energy storage technologies, actively support the development of new power systems, and contribute to the global energy transition.