Group14 Technologies, a leading manufacturer of advanced silicon battery materials, has announced the successful delivery of its SCC55™ material to more than 100 customers in the electric vehicle (EV) and consumer electronics (CE) industries. The shipments originate from the company’s new EV-scale factory in Sangju, South Korea, established through a joint venture with SK Inc.
The factory, which began operations in August, has an initial annual capacity of 2,000 tonnes of SCC55™, equivalent to 10-gigawatt-hours. This production volume is sufficient to power between 100,000 and 250,000 electric vehicles annually. The facility employs Group14’s modular manufacturing technology and represents a significant step in scaling up production of advanced battery materials.
Rick Luebbe, CEO and co-founder of Group14 Technologies, emphasized the importance of this milestone, stating that it demonstrates the scalability and robustness of their manufacturing processes. The dual-sourcing capability, with production sites in both North America and Asia, is expected to enhance product security and improve global battery supply chain resilience for manufacturers and OEMs.
The SCC55™ material is currently undergoing qualification processes with battery manufacturers for integration into commercial EV and CE programs, with market entry anticipated in 2025. Group14’s technology is already present in over two million smartphones, showcasing its real-world application.
Looking ahead, Group14 intends to expand its production capacity with the upcoming BAM-2 factory in Moses Lake, Washington. Expected to be operational in 2025, this facility will add another 4,000 tonnes of annual capacity, bringing the company’s total production capability to over 30 gigawatt-hours.
This expansion in production and global distribution of advanced silicon battery materials marks a significant step forward in the evolution of battery technology, potentially accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles and improving the performance of consumer electronics worldwide.
Source: Group14 Press Release, PR Newswire
