⭕ BATTERY TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
🔋 CATL to Launch Mass-Produced Sodium-Ion Batteries in 2026
CATL says it will mass-produce sodium-ion batteries in 2026, aiming to address manufacturing bottlenecks. The cells target entry-level EVs, fleets, swapping networks, and energy storage, with a stated 600-km range target. Read more
🔋 Gelion, Nissan Technical Centre Europe & Oxford Launch Solid-State Li-S Project
Gelion, Nissan Technical Centre Europe, and the University of Oxford launched the three-year CoRe-SoLiS project to develop solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries. The work targets energy density, durability, safety, and fast charging. Read more
🔋 EAS Batteries Launches High-Power 22 Ah LFP Cell with Acetolyte
EAS Batteries began sales of its 22 Ah UHP601300-LFP-22 cell using Asahi Kasei’s Acetolyte electrolyte. It lists 2,550 W/kg continuous power, 3,760 W/kg pulse power, and a 2,400-cycle life, with 46xxx prototypes due in 2026. Read more
🔋 Hongli Group Creates Solid-State Battery Division
Hongli Group formed a New Energy Solid-State Battery Division and appointed Dr. Philip A. Medina to lead its work on solid-state lithium-ion batteries. The stated targets include improved safety, energy density, and cycle life for EVs and grid storage. Read more
🔋 CATL Details Lithium-Air R&D Priority and Lab Prototype Results
CATL said lithium-air batteries are a long-term priority, citing lab prototypes reaching 1,200 Wh/kg and a potential of 12,000 Wh/kg. The company also referenced ongoing sodium-ion and solid-state development work. Read more
⭕ INDUSTRY & MARKET DEVELOPMENTS
🔋 CeLLife Raises €4M to Expand Battery Diagnostics Platform
CeLLife Technologies raised €4M in post-seed funding led by the EIC, with participation from 2C Ventures, Butterfly Ventures, and Ventech. The company plans to scale its EFP battery diagnostics and health platform across Europe and North America. Read more
🔋 China’s EV Makers Report May 2026 NEV Deliveries
China’s EV makers reported May 2026 NEV deliveries, with BYD at 376,990 units and its Fang Cheng Bao sub-brand up 139.7%. Zeekr, Leapmotor, and Nio reported record months, while Li Auto and Xpeng declined. Read more
🔋 Nissan to Build Chery Models at Sunderland Plant Starting Fiscal 2027
Nissan and Chery signed a non-binding MOU to produce Chery models on the idled Line One at Nissan’s Sunderland plant from fiscal 2027. Nissan will retain ownership and keep all 6,000 production staff. Read more
🔋 May China Passenger NEV Retail Sales Down 5% Year-on-Year
China’s passenger NEV retail sales fell 5% year-on-year to 974,000 units in May, marking a fifth consecutive monthly decline. Sales rose 15% from April, and NEV penetration reached 63%. Read more
🔋 Samsung SDI to Produce VW Unified Prismatic Cells in Hungary
Samsung SDI will convert two lines at its Göd, Hungary plant to make Volkswagen’s Unified cell, with mass production starting next year. The side-terminal prismatic design supports multiple chemistries and is positioned to meet EU sourcing rules. Read more
🔋 BYD Expands Into Humanoid Robots
BYD is entering humanoid robots, citing its EV software foundation and dealer network. It plans an open robotics platform and is considering in-house deployment. Read more
⭕ ENERGY STORAGE & GRID
🔋 CATL to Deliver First Sodium-Ion Energy Storage Systems in September
CATL plans to deliver its first sodium-ion energy storage systems in September and is targeting gigawatt-hour shipments by 2026. The update follows its Naxtra cell debut and includes reference to a 60 GWh HyperStrong supply deal and EV installations. Read more
🔋 Moment Energy to Open 1 GWh Battery Repurposing Hub in Vancouver
Moment Energy plans to open a 1 GWh battery repurposing facility in Vancouver by June 2026. The company says the site will convert retired EV batteries into grid-scale storage and support data centers and utilities, creating over 100 jobs. Read more
🔋 B2U and Waymo Partner to Repurpose Retired EV Battery Packs for Grid Storage
B2U Storage Solutions will repurpose retired Waymo lithium-ion packs into grid-connected storage using its EV Pack Storage technology. The partners aim to extend battery life for grid services and recover materials later for recycling. Read more
⭕ MINING & BATTERY MATERIALS
🔋 LibertyStream Ships First U.S. Lithium Carbonate from Texas DLE and Refining Site
LibertyStream Infrastructure Partners shipped its first tonne of lithium carbonate to a U.S. industrial customer from its Texas DLE and refining facility. The shipment is presented as validation of its production model ahead of expanded operations. Read more
🔋 Alsym and Re:Build Sign MOU to Scale U.S. Sodium-Ion Cell Production
Alsym Energy and Re:Build Manufacturing signed an MOU to establish U.S. commercial-scale sodium-ion battery cell production. The effort pairs Alsym’s non-flammable sodium-ion technology with Re:Build’s manufacturing capabilities. Read more
🔋 Tesla Withdraws Notice to End Syrah Graphite Supply Deal
Syrah Resources said Tesla withdrew its notice to end a 2021 graphite supply deal after accepting that Vidalia plant samples meet specifications. Syrah said the 8,000-ton contract extends to 2025, with final approval risks still noted. Read more
⭕ BATTERY RECYCLING & SUSTAINABILITY
🔋 Vianode and cylib to Test Recycled Graphite for Next-Generation Anodes
Vianode and cylib signed an MOU to test recycled graphite from cylib’s OLiC process in Vianode’s next-generation anodes. The partners point to European material independence and reduced battery-chain CO2 emissions via circular feedstock. Read more
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