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Vestergaard to display fully-electric Elephant e-BETA at International GSE Expo

Elephant e-BETA Fully Electric_3 resizedVestergaard Company will unveil the Elephant e-BETA at the International GSE Expo, the fully-electric version of its Elephant BETA de-icer.

The fully-electric Elephant e-BETA will be on display at the International GSE Expo, which will be held in Las Vegas from 16-18 September.

It will be displayed on stand P330 in the outside area.

Built on a Vestergaard electrical chassis and equipped with a 145kWh lithium-ion battery, the Elephant e-BETA is designed to operate a full shift on a single charge.

All functions are fully electric for zero emissions during operations.

For airports without pre-heated fluid infrastructure, the e-BETA includes a 600 kW diesel heater that can deliver hot de-icing fluid 10-15 minutes after filling.

Stefan Vestergaard, CEO of Vestergaard Company said: “The launch of the fully electric Elephant e-BETA underlines our commitment to providing environmentally friendly, future-ready solutions for the ground support industry. We are proud to offer an aircraft de-icer that combines operational reliability with significant reductions in environmental footprint.”

The Elephant BETA was introduced in 1983 and has been upgraded with innovations over the years.

In 2019, Vestergaard Company introduced the hybrid-electric Elephant BETA, a hybrid model which can operate on electric power with the option to engage the truck engine powering a generator when additional flexibility is required.

Vestergaard helps United Ground Express go electric

Vestergaard e electric chassis resized croppedVestergaard Company has named United Ground Express as the North American launch customer for the Elephant e-Mini MY Lite and new and refurbished e-VTS units.

The fully electric de-icing and vacuum toilet service units are built on the electric Vestergaard e chassis.

The electric chassis is available in 9, 12 and 20 MT configurations with a 27 MT unit planned for the near future.

They offer common parts and improved efficiency for operators and maintenance training.

Peter Haug, VP Sales North America at Vestergaard, said: “We are thrilled to introduce our two new, sustainable ground support units in North America. In collaboration with UGE, we support their UGEco mission for an environmentally committed and carbon-neutral future.”

Calgary airport to receive 6 more Vestergaard e-BETAs

e-BETAs in action resizedFSM Group has placed an order for another 6 Elephant e-BETA de-icing units from Vestergaard Company to use at Calgary International Airport.

The 6 new units add to the 12 purchased last year for the Calgary Central De-icing Facility and will be in operation in autumn this year.

The Elephant e-BETA is electrically operated with a hybrid option and has been in operation in Canada, the US and Europe for several years.

Anders Larsen, Chief Sales Officer of Vestergaard, said: “We are delighted to once again have earned the trust of FSM Group and to be recognized for our dedication to quality and sustainable innovation. This order not only reaffirms our position in the market but also motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries and setting new industry standards.”

Vestergaard strengthens North American leadership team

Vestergaard North America appointments cropped resizedVestergaard Company has promoted leaders in North America to manage growth in the region.

Brock Crocker has been promoted to the role of Managing Director of Vestergaard Company US where responsibilities include overseeing increased assembly and manufacturing.

Peter Haug has taken the role of VP of Sales, North America, spearheading efforts to expand market presence, enhance customer relationships and drive sales growth.

Kalie Sadowski, Customer Service Manager will manage the Service Program, catering for customer needs with factory-trained technicians offering service options including annual service inspections and summer overhauls for Vestergaard Company and Kalmar units.