CTS 614V High-Voltage Lithium Battery System for GPU/GSE

Airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE) / GPU Application Case Study – EU Market

Project Overview

CTS Battery delivered a batch 614V high-voltage lithium battery system for a leading airport ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturer in an EU country. The battery system is designed for Ground Power Units (GPU) and other airside electric support equipment, enabling stable, zero-emission power supply for aircraft ground operations.

The solution supports the airport’s transition toward low-carbon, electrified apron operations, in compliance with European sustainability and noise reduction targets.

Application Scenario: Airport GPU & GSE Electrification

The battery system is deployed in Ground Power Units (GPU), which provide continuous electrical power to aircraft while parked at the gate, replacing traditional diesel-powered generators.

Typical applications include:

• Aircraft Ground Power Units (GPU)
• Airport tow tractors (electric conversion support)
• Baggage handling & service equipment
• Pre-conditioned air (PCA) support systems
• Other electrified GSE platforms

In modern European airports, GPUs are a critical part of the zero-emission ground operation strategy, helping reduce aircraft APU (Auxiliary Power Unit) usage.

Technical Solution: 614V  High-Voltage Battery Pack

To meet the demanding requirements of airport operations, CTS engineered a high-performance lithium system with the following features:

Key Specifications

• Nominal Voltage: 614V
• Capacity: 105Ah
• Battery Chemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP)
• Application: High-power GPU / GSE systems
• Cooling: Liquid cooling compatible design (optional integration)
• Communication: CAN / CANopen support
• Protection Level: Industrial-grade IP protection (customizable)
• Cycle Life: 4000+ cycles (typical GSE duty profile)

Industry Value: Why High-Voltage Batteries for GPU?

The aviation GSE industry is rapidly shifting toward high-voltage lithium systems because:

• Higher voltage = lower current loss (better efficiency)
• Improved torque and power stability for heavy-duty GSE
• Faster charging cycles for 24/7 airport operations
• Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Better integration with smart airport energy systems Contact us to discuss your GPU / GSE electrification project.

(Industry trend confirmed across EU GSE electrification projects)

About CTS Battery

CTS Battery specializes in custom high-voltage lithium battery systems for industrial electrification, including:

• Airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Electric construction machinery
• Marine and heavy-duty applications
• High-voltage energy storage systems

We provide full OEM/ODM battery engineering support for global equipment manufacturers.  Contact us to discuss your GPU / GSE electrification project.