Heading for change - Alandia

Heading for change - Electric Vehicle Fires

October 09, 2023 Alandia Loss Prevention Team Episode 34
Heading for change - Alandia
Heading for change - Electric Vehicle Fires
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In this podcast episode we are joined by Lena Brandt from DFDS. Lena is a Deck Officer (qualified Master Mariner) and project manager who bridges the gap between ship and shore by working in both positions! She has taken part in the LASH FIRE and ELBAS projects and is currently training the DFDS fleet in the use of upgraded firefighting equipment for electric car fires.

If you want to get a well-rounded view of what we know today about EV fires from reliable research and testing, and hear some straightforward mythbusting, listen to this podcast!

Introduction to Lena
Theory vs practical implementation
Lena's involvement in the LASH FIRE project
What is LASH FIRE?
Lena's approach to understanding EV fires
How does the maritime industry view EV's?
3 EV myths busted!
What is the worst-case scenario?
Has training been recieved positively?
What does the future look like?