InductEV announced it will install its high-power inductive chargers at the Port of Long Beach in collaboration with International Transportation Service (ITS). ITS received a $3.3 million grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to demonstrate new wireless EV charging solutions for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles.

Wireless EV Charging Project for Medium- and Heavy-Duty EVs

ITS launched a project called “Hands-free Charging for Battery Electric Cargo Handling Equipment.” The project is one of five awarded a total of $33 million by the CEC in 2024.

InductEV, based in Philadelphia, PA, and Long Beach, CA, will provide its wireless inductive charging solution. ITS selected InductEV to charge five battery-electric cargo handling equipment while parked. This marks InductEV’s first installation at a West Coast port, following a deployment at APM Terminals in Port Elizabeth, NJ, last year.

Leadership Statements on the Partnership

“We are proud to partner with the ITS team at the Port of Long Beach to help them realize their vision for a more efficient and environmentally friendly solution to power their fleet,” noted John F. Rizzo, President and Chief Executive Officer, InductEV. “As more port facilities and freight terminals electrify their fleets, we expect to see wireless inductive charging play a leading role in the process.

“ITS is committed to serving the communities where we do business, to provide our customers with innovative, high-quality services, and to protect the health of our workers and our environment”, added Kim Holtermand, CEO of ITS. “The embrace of these innovative charging technologies reinforces that commitment.”

CEC’s Clean Transportation Program and Funding Initiative

This project is part of CEC’s Clean Transportation Program. It is in the first phase of a two-phased funding initiative. The program aims to accelerate the commercial deployment of medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles.

How InductEV’s Wireless EV Charging Technology Works

InductEV’s wireless charging system uses inductive charging pads. One pad is in the ground, and it activates when paired with a pad under the vehicle. The system offers wireless charging from 75 kW to 450 kW. This design requires no additional real estate compared to wired conductive chargers.

Instead of relying on time- and energy-intensive overnight wired charging, InductEV’s system supports shorter charging sessions throughout the day.