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Germany launches R&D facility for industrial-scale Li-ion cell manufacturing; €500M in funding

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The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has launched the Battery Cell Research Production Center, a new R&D and large-scale industrial manufacturing plant for lithium-ion cells; the center will receive an investment of €500 million. In addition, the company maintains a research and development group in Itzehoe.

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NYSERDA Awards $650,000 to Primet Precision Materials to further work on energy-efficient battery materials process, lithium titanate anode

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The funding will also be used for the firm to develop an improved lithium titanate anode material that could improve battery safety and make more efficient rechargeable batteries for a variety of uses, including modular utility electric systems for use at wind and solar generating sites. Primet is a member of NY-BEST.

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Altairnano signs MoU with Shenhua subsidiaries for industrial Li-ion energy storage systems in China

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Altairnano has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shenhua Science & Technology and its research affiliate, the National Institute of Clean and Low-carbon Energy (NICE), jointly to develop, deploy and promote industrial applications of lithium titanate-based energy storage systems in China.

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Leclanché to supply battery storage system for two hybrid-powered ferries

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Swiss shipbuilding company Shiptec AG, based in Lucerne, and Siemens Energy SRL, Milan, have selected Leclanché to supply energy storage systems for two new hybrid-powered vessels that will operate on Lake Geneva. The first of the nine ships ordered by Grimaldi is currently undergoing sea trials.

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GM Ventures invests in battery-electric bus company Proterra

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This equity investment further demonstrates GM’s commitment to electric propulsion and supports our commitment to identify and invest in technology solutions that help advance the global transportation industry. —Jon Lauckner, president of GM Ventures. Proterra Inc. near Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research.

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Freudenberg secures majority interest in Li-ion battery maker XALT Energy; full acquisition coming

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XALT Energy specializes in applying lithium-ion technology to large-scale, high-energy, high-power storage solutions for industries including commercial transportation, rail, marine, industrial operations and automotive. The company also operates a research and development laboratory in Pontiac, Mich.

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LTO batteries of Log9 Materials receive BIS certification – ET Auto

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New Delhi: LTO ( Lithium Titanate Oxide ) batteries of Log9 Materials, a leading Indian company specializing in advanced battery solutions, have received the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification. This financial boost can propel Log9 as a frontrunner in LTO battery technology for the Indian EV market, the release added.

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