Located at the heart of ZEBOX in Marseille, this strategic innovation hub founded by CMA CGM enables Be Energy to deploy its circular economy Greentech solutions to address the challenges facing the global shipping industry.
One year after joining ZEBOX, the CMA CGM Group’s accelerator, Be Energy is reaffirming its role in battery development and innovation. This selection is part of an initiative aimed at designing sustainable energy solutions that support industrial performance and the energy transition.
ZEBOX: An Accelerator Dedicated to Industrial Innovation
One year later, Be Energy continues to grow and reaffirms its global commitment to sustainable technology.
CMA CGM Startup Awards: International Recognition for Be Energy’s Innovation
In 2024, Be Energy was selected among more than 60 international startups to take part in the CMA CGM Startup Awards, a global competition organized by the CMA CGM Group in collaboration with BFM Business and La Tribune. This program aims to identify and support the most promising solutions in the fields of maritime transport, logistics, and media, contributing to industrial transformation and the energy transition.
Initiated by the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in maritime transport and logistics, these awards are part of a broader strategy to foster innovation. The goal is to bring forward technologies capable of improving the operational performance of global supply chains while reducing their environmental impact. Selected startups benefit from privileged access to the Group’s ecosystem, tailored support through ZEBOX, and opportunities to collaborate with various CMA CGM entities.
At the end of the selection process, Be Energy was among the 3 finalists, invited to pitch its project during the grand finale held in Marseille at the Orange Vélodrome stadium, as part of the Artificial Intelligence Marseille (AIM) forum. This recognition positions Be Energy among the most innovative solutions identified by a jury chaired by Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group.
This selection represents a strong validation of our battery regeneration technology, recognized for its direct impact on industrial performance and environmental footprint reduction. It confirms the relevance of our approach in strategic sectors such as transport and logistics, where optimizing energy resources has become a critical challenge.
Beyond the distinction, this experience marked a key milestone: it helped position Be Energy as a credible and recognized technology player within the CMA CGM innovation ecosystem, further strengthening our legitimacy in deploying circular economy solutions at scale.
Recognition aligned with the challenges facing the shipping industry
As part of CMA CGM’s innovation ecosystem, Be Energy positions itself as a partner in environmental performance.
- extending their lifespan
- reducing industrial waste
- limiting the extraction of new raw materials
- decreasing emissions related to the manufacturing of new batteries
This immediately applicable approach naturally integrates into the decarbonization strategies of transport and logistics players.
One year later: practical applications in the maritime sector
- reduction in replacement costs
- improved equipment availability
- reduction of hazardous waste
- reduction of overall environmental impact
The practical innovations driven by Be Energy and ZEBOX continue: a strategic driver for the global energy transition.
Development and innovation at the heart of Be Energy’s strategy
Our collaboration with the ZEBOX ecosystem reflects a strong conviction shared with the CMA CGM Group: innovation must be concrete, measurable, and directly applicable in the field.
In a sector undergoing rapid transformation, the ability to extend the lifespan of existing equipment is a strategic lever for accelerating the energy transition.
At Be Energy, we are convinced that battery reuse and regeneration must become industry standards.
This first step within the ZEBOX ecosystem is thus part of a broader initiative:
deploying sustainable solutions to support industrial performance and the energy transition.
For further reading…
Why is the maritime sector interested in battery regeneration?
The maritime sector must reduce its environmental impact while maintaining high performance. Battery regeneration helps extend battery life, limit replacement costs, and reduce waste, without compromising equipment reliability.
How does an ecosystem like ZEBOX accelerate innovation?
ZEBOX enables innovative solutions to be directly aligned with the needs of manufacturers. This environment facilitates real-world testing and accelerates scaling through access to an international network of key players.
What is the actual impact on manufacturers and operators?
Battery reconditioning offers tangible benefits: cost savings, improved equipment availability, and reduced waste. It transforms an expense into a driver of sustainable performance.
