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Ionic Materials

Ionic Materials, a Massachusetts-based startup founded in 2012, emerged as a promising innovator in the field of solid-state battery technology. The company focused on developing solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) and advanced materials for lithium-ion batteries. Despite its technological breakthroughs and significant industry partnerships, Ionic Materials ceased operations in mid-2024 due to financial difficulties and the competitive nature of the advanced battery sector.

ABB: Batteries & Drivetrains for Off-Highway

ABB is a leader in battery and drivetrain systems for the electrification of off-highway machines (construction and mining). IDTechEx spoke to ABB at Bauma 2025 about its newest innovations in this space.

POSCO: Green Steel

POSCO is a Korean iron and steel manufacturer and the world's seventh largest steelmaker. The company has developed new technologies for ironmaking to replace the traditional blast furnace process. This company profile will focus on the FINEX and HyREX technologies.