Northvolt

Peak Energy: Na-ion BESS

Peak Energy is a U.S.-based company developing sodium-ion battery energy storage systems aimed at providing cost-effective, large-scale solutions for the renewable energy sector. The company plans to begin system deployment in 2025 and establish a domestic gigafactory by 2027. Its team includes professionals with experience from Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix, and it is focused on vertically integrating sodium-ion technology for grid applications in collaboration with independent power producers and utilities.

Next-Generation Battery Technologies Key to Accessing US$400b Market

The global market for Li-ion battery cells alone is forecast to exceed US$400 billion by 2035. This article highlights the importance of cathode materials and next-generation Li-ion technologies in improving battery performance and diversifying Li-ion battery material supply chains.

Sodium-ion Market Updates From the EU & UK

Sodium-ion battery development in Europe is gaining momentum, driven by government support, private investment, and industry partnerships. The EU Green Deal and Sodium-Ion-Battery Deutschland-Forschung are promoting local manufacturing, while Tiamat (5 GWh by 2031) and Altris (1 GWh enabled by its Ferrum facility) are scaling production. Clarios and Altris aim to commercialize low-voltage Na-ion batteries by 2026, while IBU-Tec leads in sodium manganese oxide cathode production for EVs and storage. Northvolt's Chapter 11 filing (Nov 2024) casts uncertainty on its Na-ion plans, though R&D continues. In India, Reliance New Energy Solar (RNES) shifted from a 5 GWh Na-ion plant for Faradion to a 30 GWh battery facility launching in late 2025. Meanwhile, LionVolt's acquisition of AMTE Power raises questions about AMTE's sodium-ion portfolio. Despite industry challenges, Europe remains a key player in Na-ion commercialization.

H55

Swiss-based H55 is a start-up, founded in 2017, working on the commercialization and certification of electric propulsion systems for electric planes.

Battery Prices Continue Downward Trend, but Can It Continue?

In this article, IDTechEx Research Director Dr Alex Holland takes a look at the falling battery costs and how this will affect the Li-ion battery market long term.

Epiroc: Electric Mining Vehicles

Epiroc is a global OEM of underground mining vehicles, with a growing portfolio of electric machines. IDTechEx spoke to Epiroc at Euro Mine Expo for an update on its activities in the space.

Jama Mining Machines

Jama is a Swedish manufacturer of mining vehicles. IDTechEx spoke to Jama at the Euro Mine Expo 2024. This profile will cover Jama's electric mining scalers.