Livault

04/02/2026

MCA MGN 681 (M) Amendment 1:

On 19 December 2025, the MCA published MGN 681 (M) Amendment 1, updating and clarifying the requirements of the space and best practice guidance on the safe storage, handling and charging of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.

The updated MGN now also places increased emphasis on the use of purpose-designed battery storage and charging containers as part of a vessel’s fire-risk mitigation strategy.

The updated guidelines can be viewed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mgn-681-m-amendment-1-fire-safety-and-storage-of-small-electric-powered-craft-on-yachts/mgn-681-m-amendment-1-fire-safety-and-storage-of-small-electric-powered-craft-on-yachts

While the guidance should be reviewed in full and dicussed with your vessel´s surveyors, the Amendment makes clear that battery containers are expected for charging and storage and should incorporate defined safety features.

Some key points that all battery containers must now fulfil are:

1. Charging must take place in a certified container
2. Charging capability while the container remains closed
3. Temperature rise detection with automated alert systems
4. Application of an extinguishing medium without opening the cabinet
5. Off-gas venting to prevent explosive gas build-up
6. Fire insulation and explosion-resistant construction
7. Automatic charging shutdown on fault or overheating
8. Defined and validated maximum capacity limits (kWh)
9. Insulation to prevent fire spread

In addition, in accordance with “Section 5. Type Approval”, all battery storage and charging containers/boxes should be approved and certificated by a UK Nominated Body before 1st January 2027.

All LiVault products are active systems that meet the key safety requirements identified in the updated MGN.
LiVault and our manufacturing partner, TechnoPhysik Group, are actively working with Lloyd’s Register as a nominated body, together with RISE Institute Sweden and TÜV Nord Germany, to achieve Type Approval in accordance with the guidance.

We will publish another update on Type Approval soon.

If you have any questions on the updated MGN 681 (M) or our system's features, please feel free to contact us.

08/12/2025

This Christmas, give yourself peace of mind with the RACLAN MARINE SQUARE BOX.
The safest storage and charging solution for lithium batteries.
 
Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on orders placed before December 23rd and keep your e-bikes, e-foils, power tools, drones, and more protected with advanced lithium battery charging and storage systems.
 
LiVAULT.com
[email protected]
Tel: +34 971094800

28/11/2025

It´s great to see our MARINE SQUARE BOXES in place and doing their job of protecting the yacht.
Send us a mail or give us a call to discuss safe charging and storage for your E-Foil, power tools and other Lithium-ion batteries.

Livault.com
[email protected]
+34 971 094 800

25/10/2025

Looking for a safe lithium battery charging solution?

Meet the brand new V2 RACLAN MARINE SQUARE BOX, available from LiVAULT, Palma de Mallorca.
Purpose-built for safely storing and charging lithium-ion batteries from E-Foils, tools, e-bikes, scooters, radios, and drones in marine environments.

This latest version maintains all the trusted safety features as the first version, including:

✅ EXO-Filter for neutralising and cooling gases including H₂, HF, other VOCs.
✅ Temperature sensors that detect overheating and automatically cut charger power
✅ Automatic alarm system for early warnings
✅ Thermal runaway protection, featuring an integrated cooling system within the box that automatically activates when a battery enters thermal runaway. It sprays a high-efficiency water-based cooling agent to cool the affected cells and prevent propagation between them. Active cooling remains the most reliable/only method to stop thermal runaway.

New for the V2 model:
Door lock sensors now ensure charging can only begin when the door is fully closed and securely locked, maximising safety.

Tested and Certified:
The RACLAN MARINE SQUARE BOX has been tested and certified by TÜV NORD-DMT according to their lithium container test protocols for explosion, fire, and gas safety: verified up to 3.5 kWh battery capacity.

Now in full production and shipping from TECHNO PHYSIK’S new facility in Slovenia and dispatching in only 2-3 weeks.
Available to order from LiVAULT, Palma de Mallorca.

25/10/2025

Looking for a safe lithium battery charging solution?

Meet the brand new V2 RACLAN MARINE SQUARE BOX, available from LiVAULT, Palma de Mallorca.
Purpose-built for safely storing and charging lithium-ion batteries from E-Foils, tools, e-bikes, scooters, radios, and drones in marine environments.

This latest version maintains all the trusted safety features as the first version, including:

✅ EXO-Filter for neutralising and cooling gases including H₂, HF, other VOCs.
✅ Temperature sensors that detect overheating and automatically cut charger power
✅ Automatic alarm system for early warnings
✅ Thermal runaway protection, featuring an integrated cooling system within the box that automatically activates when a battery enters thermal runaway. It sprays a high-efficiency water-based cooling agent to cool the affected cells and prevent propagation between them. Active cooling remains the most reliable/only method to stop thermal runaway.

New for the V2 model:
Door lock sensors now ensure charging can only begin when the door is fully closed and securely locked, maximising safety.

Tested and Certified:
The RACLAN MARINE SQUARE BOX has been tested and certified by TÜV NORD-DMT according to their lithium container test protocols for explosion, fire, and gas safety: verified up to 3.5 kWh battery capacity.

Now in full production and shipping from TECHNO PHYSIK’S new facility in Slovenia and dispatching in only 2-3 weeks.
Available to order from LiVAULT, Palma de Mallorca.

🌐 www.LiVAULT.com
📧 [email protected]
📞 +34 616 117 037

09/06/2025

Researching Lithium-Ion Battery Safety for the marine industry?
There may be some things you are not aware of about the RACLAN SQUAREBOX.

The RACLAN SQUAREBOX is redefining safety in lithium-ion storage on yachts and workboats. Here’s what makes it stand out:

👉Charge Safely Inside the Box
Both battery and charger fit inside. Simply plug the charger into internal sockets, then the box into a wall socket, then the internal power system handles the rest.

👉Overheat Protection
Integrated temperature monitoring automatically cuts power to the charger if overheating is detected.

👉Thermal Runaway Response
If temperatures rise beyond safe levels, the internal extinguishing system is activated, spraying suppressant directly onto the battery.

👉Independently Tested by TÜV Nord (Test Program-Nr.: M02/22)
Passed all tests for explosion resistance, fire containment, and neutralisation of hazardous gases, up to 3500Wh.

👉Advanced Gas Management
The internal Exo-system filters, cools, and neutralises harmful gases like hydrogen (H₂) and hydrogen fluoride (HF).

👉Ballistic Protection
Constructed from ballistic-grade panels, the box contains even high-velocity cell projectiles.

👉Explosion-Proof Design
Proven explosion resistance under TÜV Nord testing.

👉Built-In Alarm System
Equipped with an 80dB alarm.

👉Operates During Power Loss
An internal 90-day backup battery ensures monitoring and extinguishing functions remain active, even during outages or transport.

👉 Manufactured by a Global Leader
The box is manufactured by Fisacon, part of the TechnoPhysik Group, a globally recognised leader in fire safety solutions across commercial, residential, and marine sectors.

Have questions about how the RACLAN SQUAREBOX can support your lithium-ion safety protocols?
Send us a mail at [email protected]
www.livault.com

01/06/2025

Lithium-ion Battery charging, storage and transportation!
RACLAN “SQUARE BOX”

Charge the battery in the box!

-AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE MONITORING
-AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHING.

Gases are neutralised and cooled through a multi-stage FILTRATION SYSTEM.

Tested and certified at TÜV-NORD’s DMT institute (www.tuv-nord.com) for:
-Fire containment
-Explosion proof
-Dangerous gas removal, including Hydrogen and Hydrogen Fluoride

Fits batteries and chargers for e-foils, tools radios, e-bikes, drones etc.

If your in Palma or nearby, we would be happy to bring one to you to demonstrate how it works.

[email protected] for details.
or call/whatsapp +34 616117037.

www.LiVault.com

05/05/2025

Lithium Battery charging and storage!
RACLAN “SQUARE BOX”

Charge the battery in the box!

-AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE MONITORING
-AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHING.

Gases are neutralised and cooled through a multi-stage FILTRATION SYSTEM.

Tested and certified at TÜV-NORD’s DMT institute (www.tuv-nord.com) for:
-Fire containment
-Explosion proof
-Dangerous gas removal, including Hydrogen and Hydrogen Fluoride

Fits batteries and chargers for e-foils, tools radios, e-bikes, drones etc.

If your in Palma or nearby, we would be happy to bring one to you to demonstrate how it works.

[email protected]
or call/whatsapp +34 616117037.

www.LiVault.com

04/04/2025

RACLAN SQUAREBOX

14/03/2025

Another batch of Li-ion battery storage boxes ready to be sent from the factory in Germany to some of our Med. based clients.

The RACLAN “SQUARE BOX” is the only solution for E-foil batteries and has been developed to contain fire, explosion, and removal of dangerous gasses, as TESTED and CERTIFED at TÜV-NORD’s DMT institute.
The DMT Test facility is accredited by both LLOYDS and DNV.
 
The boxes are portable, alarmed, are equipped with automatic extinguishing systems.

Send us a mail for more info, copies of certifications or to request a quote: [email protected]
or call/whatsapp +34 616117037.
 
 www.LiVault.com
 
 

14/03/2025

Another batch of Li-ion battery storage boxes ready to be sent from the factory in Germany to some of our Med. based clients.

The RACLAN “SQUARE BOX” is the only solution for E-foil batteries and has been developed to contain fire, explosion, and removal of dangerous gasses, as TESTED and CERTIFED at TÜV-NORD’s DMT institute.
The DMT Test facility is accredited by both LLOYDS and DNV.

The boxes are portable, alarmed, are equipped with automatic extinguishing systems.

Send us a mail for more info, copies of certifications or to request a quote: [email protected]
or call/whatsapp +34 616117037.

www.LiVault.com

15/01/2025

“While the investigation into the Marseille fire has been launched, until the industry tackles the challenges surrounding lithium-ion batteries and fire risk head-on, questions will linger over the adequacy of current safety practices. And this will have a domino effect on other aspects of the market.”

The latest marina fire is indicative of a greater shadow looming over the industry, and until we utilise proper training, we are doomed to repeat our mistakes