Lyten announces drone propulsion initiative powered by Li-S batteries
June 03, 2025
The initiative, to meet the needs of US defense applications, is built on a next-gen drone energy storage system powered by Lyten’s ultra-lightweight lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries.
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Flash Battery invests €6 million in new automated production line
June 02, 2025
This integrated management approach makes it possible to offer solutions that are fully tailored to each customer’s application needs, ensuring consistent quality and performance, even in complex, dynamic sectors.
SK On discovers method to enhance lifespan of solid-state batteries
May 28, 2025
The study, published in ACS Energy Letters, introduces a method for forming a protective layer on the lithium metal anode surface to enhance battery safety and extend its lifespan.
Kandi partners with CBAK to launch US lithium battery facilities
May 27, 2025
Each facility will be operated as a separate joint venture between the two Chinese companies, with differing ownership structures tailored to the specific nature and scope of each project.
Syensqo signs multi-year Solef PVDF contracts for battery materials
May 23, 2025
The contracts total over €150 million in cumulative net sales. Solef PVDF, a thermoplastic fluoropolymer, plays a crucial role in lithium-ion batteries by providing superior separator-electrode adhesion and binder performance, delivering high performance and safe batteries for EVs.
Zeon partners with SiAT to advance next-gen battery manufacturing
May 20, 2025
Zeon will lead SiAT's USD 20 million USD Series C fundraising round to support the expansion of its production capacity for single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) conductive paste, a critical nanomaterial for next-generation battery technologies.
Prometheus, XL Batteries partner to boost data centers’ energy storage
May 19, 2025
XL Batteries’ non-lithium long-duration energy storage technology, deployed at Prometheus data halls, will safely store and discharge energy on-site to smooth compute load.
POSCO, Hyundai sign agreement with eye on future mobility market
May 16, 2025
The two South Korean companies agreed to create sustainable synergy in low-carbon steel and secondary battery markets amid global economic blocks and rapidly changing trade environments.
Altilium announces breakthrough in battery circularity in UK
May 16, 2025
Electrochemical testing of the cells has demonstrated comparable performance with cells made from conventional primary materials, underscoring the potential of recycled cathodes as a viable alternative to mined metals.
Canadian battery recycler Li-Cycle files for bankruptcy protection
May 16, 2025
Li-Cycle has entered into a USD 10.5 million debtor-in-possession financing and a stalking horse credit bid for at least USD 40 million with Glencore, its largest secured creditor.
GM, LG Energy Solution to make lower cost LMR cells for EVs
May 14, 2025
The two companies will commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs, in a new battery technology breakthrough.
Vianode partners with Fortum to advance EV battery recycling value chain
May 14, 2025
Under the agreement, the two companies will work together to secure supplies of high-quality recycled graphite concentrate from Fortum’s hydrometallurgical plant in Harjavalta, Finland.
ABS partners with SCAG to power next-gen commercial mowers
May 12, 2025
The partnership is set up to run through 2027 with deliveries of Alliance Intelligent Battery Series systems already underway from ABS’ Springboro, Ohio manufacturing facility.
Nissan drops plan for $1.1 billion EV battery factory in Japan
May 09, 2025
In April, Nissan said it expects a net loss USD 4.80 billion-5.14 billion for the financial year that ended in March. The company hopes a restructuring plan spearheaded by new CEO Ivan Espinosa will turn things around.
BAM, HZB, HU Berlin plan to establish Berlin Battery Lab
May 09, 2025
The lab will pool the expertise of the three institutions to advance the development of sustainable battery technologies. The joint research infrastructure will also be open to industry for pioneering projects in this field.
Mobis India unveils EV battery assembly plant in Tamil Nadu
May 09, 2025
The plant has an initial installed capacity of 36,000 units per annum, which is designed to meet the growing demand for electric mobility, and is scalable to a capacity of 75,000 units.
Endurance Technologies to set up lithium-ion battery plant in Pune
May 09, 2025
The project involves a capital expenditure of USD 5.5 million and marks a strategic move by the Indian auto components manufacturer to expand into the growing mobility and battery energy storage sectors.
ABS batteries will now power TICO’s EV terminal tractors
May 02, 2025
Under the initial partnership, valued at more than USD 132 million, TICO is integrating ABS’ high-voltage, off-the-shelf Proliance battery packs into its fleet of EV terminal tractors.
Forge Nano’s battery and chip ambitions get $40M boost
May 02, 2025
Forge Nano’s total capital investment now exceeds USD 140 million, adding RockCreek to a shareholder roster that includes GM Ventures, Volkswagen, LG Technology Ventures, Hanwha, Mitsui Kinzoku, Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Air Liquide, Catalus Capital and SBI Investment
LGES, Derichebourg to build battery recycling plant in France
April 30, 2025
Construction of the plant in the Val-d’Oise region of France will begin in 2026, with operations scheduled to start in 2027. The plant will specialize in pre-processing and collection of end-of-life EV batteries.
Nanoramic opens new headquarters and manufacturing facility
April 29, 2025
Energy storage and advanced materials company Nanoramic has oficially opened its new headquarters in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Stellantis, Factorial advance solid-state battery tech
April 28, 2025
US firm Factorial Energy’s validated 77Ah FEST cells demonstrated an energy density of 375Wh/kg with over 600 cycles progressing towards automotive qualification, a milestone for large-format lithium-metal solid-state battery.
e-STORAGE to deliver 912 MWh BESS for Colbún’s Chile project
April 28, 2025
The Diego de Almagro Sur BESS project in Chile’s Atacama region will utilize e-STORAGE’s SolBank 3.0, a proprietary battery energy storage solution.
Panasonic Energy to supply batteries for Harbinger’s EVs
April 25, 2025
Panasonic Energy will supply Harbinger with its 2170 batteries. Initially, the batteries will be manufactured in Japan. Later, the two companies aim to expand production to include Panasonic’s manufacturing plant in Kansas.
Lam Research etch system to accelerate nanofabrication R&D at UC Berkeley
April 24, 2025
Lam Research has donated its multi-chamber semiconductor etching system to the Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory at the University of California, Berkeley to advance R&D for next-generation chip technologies.
UL Solutions enhances BESS safety test methods
April 23, 2025
The new testing methods address industry innovations, including test methods for non-lithium-ion battery chemistries that reflect the evolution of battery technology while continuing to address fire risk mitigation.
520km after 5 minutes charging? CATL races ahead of competition
April 22, 2025
China’s CATL, the world’s largest EV battery maker, also announced its sodium-ion cell battery, Naxtra, was ready for commercialization and unveiled new dual-power batteries that can go for 1,500km on a single charge.
Atul Greentech and Amara Raja form EV battery alliance
April 21, 2025
As part of this agreement, the battery packs for Atul Greentech’s three-wheelers will be manufactured at Amara Raja’s Giga Corridor in the Indian state of Telangana.
Webasto partners with Cylib to scale up battery recycling
April 18, 2025
Under the agreement, German recycling company Cylib will collect and recycle used batteries and production waste from battery production at European sites of Webasto.
Nyobolt raises $30M to advance high-power ultrafast charging
April 18, 2025
By delivering up to 20x more power, charging in minutes and cutting downtime for even the most power-intensive applications to zero, UK-based firm Nyobolt enables peak performance without compromise.
Battery X forms subsidiary to boost North American operations
April 14, 2025
The formation of Battery X Discoveries represents a key milestone in the execution of the company’s long-term strategy to secure North American sources of essential battery materials.
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