Cummins expands sustainable portfolio with new BESS

By Staff Report June 27, 2025 11:24 am IST

Cummins India launches new BESS to support clean energy transition and strengthen power reliability.

One of the top suppliers of power solutions technology in India, Cummins India Limited (“Cummins”), today announced the release of its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). With this launch, Cummins’ portfolio of sustainable solutions has grown significantly in line with its Destination Zero strategy. The cutting-edge BESS technology is designed to facilitate India’s clean energy transition while enhancing the reliability of the country’s electricity grid.

BESS technology is quickly becoming a dependable and effective way to meet the energy transition requirements of key industries, such as mining, data centers, manufacturing, and commercial real estate.

Shveta Arya, Managing Director of Cummins India Limited, stated, With aggressive climate targets and a swift uptake of renewable energy sources, India’s energy balance is changing. Our Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is a dependable, expandable, and environmentally friendly solution that facilitates this shift and moves India closer to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.

Pankaj Kapoor, Vice President, Distribution Business, Cummins India Limited, stated, “With the increasing demand for dependable power, Cummins’ BESS solutions help customers manage energy costs, enhance power quality, and meet sustainability goals — backed by our global expertise and trusted service network.

Key Features of Cummins BESS:

• Available in 10 ft and 20 ft containers with energy capacities from 200 kWh to 2 MWh, offering high energy density and complete AC output integration.
• Uses lithium ferrophosphate (LFP) batteries for long cycle life, enhanced safety, and reduced thermal runaway risk.
• Features an integrated liquid cooling system to maintain optimal battery temperature, improving performance and extending lifespan.
• Certified to meet stringent international operational and safety standards, with a comprehensive three-tier fire safety system.
• Fully self-contained units designed for easy transport, fast installation, and flexible deployment.
• Backed by Cummins’ trusted service and support network to ensure reliable, long-term performance.

The debut of BESS demonstrates Cummins India’s continued dedication to promoting decarbonisation via reliable and creative power solutions.