
Fortescue Zero (Formerly Williams Advanced Engineering)
AcquiredWhy consider this supplier?
Fortescue Zero is the advanced engineering and green technology division of Fortescue, specializing in high-performance electrification and energy storage solutions. Rebranded from Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE), the company leverages motorsport-derived expertise to deliver decarbonization technologies for the automotive, mining, and transport sectors.
Capabilities
Components offered
Bespoke battery packs and modules, Battery Management Systems (BMS), power electronics, DC-DC converters, and lightweight composite structures for vehicle chassis and cooling systems.
Products & services
The company provides high-performance battery systems, ultra-fast charging infrastructure, powertrain integration, and battery intelligence software. Its services include engineering consultancy, vehicle simulation, and low-carbon propulsion strategy development for heavy industry and niche automotive applications.
Key technologies
R&D focus
Development of 'Real Zero' propulsion systems, next-generation battery cell chemistry, extreme-fast charging infrastructure for heavy-haulage, and AI-driven battery lifecycle optimization.
Certifications
Volume fit
Specialist / low volume · Ultra-low volume / hypercar