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Sierra Space: Dream Chaser

Sierra Space is a commercial space company that spun off from the Sierra Nevada Corporation in 2021. It is developing the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable lifting body spacecraft that shares many similarities with the historic Space Shuttle program.

Arkema: Elium

Arkema is a multinational materials company, specialising in the supply of a range of materials for multiple industries, including energy, automotive, sports and health, etc. The company has developed a recyclable resin system, known as Elium. IDTechEx spoke with Nicolas Valloir, Business Manager, regarding the Elium technology.

AI Enhanced Safety - IDTechEx Explores AI Within the Battery Sector

AI and machine learning methods can be used across a battery's entire life, from material discovery and cell testing to second-life assessment, to enhance new developments and diagnostic capabilities.

Upcoming Webinar on Metal-Organic Frameworks

Tuesday 13 May 2025 - Are Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) Ready for Large Scale Commercialization?; An overview of emerging MOF-based technologies approaching commercialization; Material choices and considerations for MOFs in key applications, such as carbon capture and water harvesting; Scaling MOF production for industrial applications; Market status and outlook for MOF demand based on IDTechEx forecasts

Overview of the Fusion Energy Market

Innovation map overview of the fusion energy market.

US Auto Tariffs Ease, and Tesla is the Big Winner

On April 29th, the Trump administration modified its existing automotive tariff policy. IDTechEx research has broken down the changes, and the implications for the electric vehicle industry in the US.

Comparing Fission & Fusion, Their Industries, & Regulations

Innovation map of the similarities and differences between fission and fusion, their industries, and regulations.

China's L2+ ADAS Market Surges as Full-Stack Solutions Dominate

China's L2+ ADAS market is accelerating, led by cost-effective full-stack solutions and domestic innovation. IDTechEx projects the market to reach US$20 billion by the 2040's as local players outpace global rivals.

Umicore

Umicore are a Li-ion battery cathode producer also active in Li-ion battery recycling.

Sodium-ion: The Battery Built for Trade Resilience

In a world where energy security increasingly intertwines with national security, the global battery supply chain has become a critical focal point of international tensions. As trade barriers rise and geopolitical rivalries intensify, sodium-ion battery technology emerges as a strategic alternative that promises greater self-reliance and reduced vulnerability to global supply chain disruptions.

16% CAGR 2025-2035 Fuels Green Chemical Revolution

This article discusses the potential of alternative chemical feedstocks, such as lignocellulosic waste, to produce sustainable chemicals. Next-generation chemical feedstocks are a vital tool in the global effort towards decarbonization.

JEIO

JEIO are a Korean manufacturer of carbon nanotubes. IDTechEx caught up with JEIO in Q2 2025.

Scania: Electric Trucks for Mining

IDTechEx spoke to Scania at Bauma 2025 about its latest technologies and market developments around electric dump trucks for mines.

The Exploration Company: Ablative Heat Shield for Nyx

The Exploration Company is a European aerospace firm founded in July 2021 by CEO Hélène Huby and a team of engineers with backgrounds in major programs like ESA's Orion-ESM and ATV. Headquartered in Germany, France, and Italy, the company aims to democratize space access through reusable technology, focusing on cargo transport to orbital stations and lunar missions. This background profile gives an overview of The Exploration Company and the heat shield it has chosen for its Nyx Capsule.

Front Edge Technology

Front Edge Technology Inc. (FET) manufactures and markets next-generation, ultra-thin rechargeable batteries for card-type applications.

Fire Protection Materials - Minimizing Fire Risks in EVs

The multitude of battery chemistries available for different EV types means that a variety of safety materials to accommodate their requirements are also necessary. IDTechEx's VP of Research, Dr James Edmondson, presented at the Plastics in Electric & Autonomous Vehicles Conference 2025 - SPE Automotive Division on topics including evolving vehicle technology and materials, while Technology Analyst, Mika Takahashi, covered the wider EV sector.

Upcoming Webinar on the Ion Exchange Membrane Market

Thursday 15 May 2025 - How and Why the Ion Exchange Membrane Market Is Preparing for Growth in the Coming Next Decade; An overview of ion exchange membrane materials and their common applications; Key performance requirements and material development trends; Growth markets for ion exchange membrane technology; An overview of the state of the ion exchange membrane market in 2025 and IDTechEx's 10-year market outlook

Economic Viability of Next-Generation Feedstocks Compared to Crude Oil

Innovation map for economic viability of next-generation feedstocks compared to crude oil.

Fusion Energy: No Longer "30 Years Away"?

In the past 5 years, the commercial perception of fusion energy has shifted considerably and is now increasingly seen as a key component of the green energy transition. But what factors led to this shift, and what does a realistic future for the fusion energy industry look like?

Swancor

Swancor is a Taiwanese chemical company, specializing in materials for composite application. The company has developed a recyclable resin system for fibre reinforced polymers (FRP), along with a corresponding proprietary recycling process. IDTechEx spoke with Munka Lu, Senior R&D Engineer.