3rd March 2027

LILLE GRAND PALAIS, LILLE | Technical Conference, Exhibition and Networking

Innovation

Electric vehicle batteries as grid storage: Volkswagen and Elli to launch Vehicle-to-Grid Offer

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Planned market launch of the V2G product package for Volkswagen customers in Germany from the fourth quarter of 2026. Integrated solution consisting of electric vehicle, app, electricity tariff, smart meter, bi-directional charger, and installation. Smart meter installation available immediately. High level vertical integration: Group subsidiary Elli provides a holistic energy management offer for customers. Vision: … Read more

Morrow wins first defence contract, Norwegian batteries picked by major German defence company

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Morrow Batteries ASA (“Morrow”) has entered its first defence industry agreement, securing a contract to supply battery cells to a German defence company. The contract follows a 12-month testing programme in which Morrow’s cells were benchmarked against established international manufacturers. Results confirmed that Norwegian-produced batteries meet stringent performance and reliability requirements for security-critical applications. The … Read more

Solid-State Li-ion Batteries IP Trends – Q1 2026 Monitoring Release

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KnowMade is pleased to announce the new version of its Solid-state batteries monitoring service, delivering a comprehensive analysis of the latest patenting activities, key players, and emerging innovations in this rapidly evolving field through an interactive dashboard. This quarterly update provides strategic insights into solid-state batteries IP trends, supporting decision-makers in navigating the competitive landscape and anticipating … Read more

Dukosi Cell Monitoring Solution Enables Nordic Marine Power to Achieve DNV Certification for its PowerStack Battery System

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performance, safety and sustainability of high-power battery systems, announces the Dukosi Cell Monitoring System (DKCMS™) has enabled Nordic Marine Power (“NMP”) to achieve DNV certification for its PowerStack battery system.  NMP’s flagship product, the PowerStack, is a flexible and scalable battery system with Dukosi’s chip-on-cell monitoring and near field contactless communication, that offers superior power … Read more

Redwood’s energy storage systems meet (and exceed) new safety benchmark

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Battery energy storage is one of the fastest-growing technologies of the energy industry, and fire safety remains its most critical challenge. Earlier this month, UL Standards and Engagement, the global safety science organization that develops the product safety standards used across industries, released the 6th Edition of UL 9540A, the Test Method for Evaluating Thermal Runaway Fire … Read more

Why Sodium‑Ion Batteries Are Becoming a Strategic Asset for European Defence

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The war in Ukraine has shown how vulnerable modern societies are when energy systems come under attack. Repeated power cuts have made reserve solutions essential for keeping hospitals, communications and other essential services running in below‑freezing temperatures – and proven that batteries and energy storageare now a core component of total defence. Against this backdrop, … Read more

Catalysing Battery Innovation: insights from the new ICONS report on the future of EU battery ecosystem

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A strategic analysis of emerging technologies and market realities shaping the future of the European battery value chain, and how initiatives like GIGABAT help turn innovation into scalable gigafactory production. As global competition intensifies, price pressure rises and demand projections are revised downward, the challenge is no longer only technological excellence – it is the ability … Read more

Morrow Batteries and JR Energy Solution launch electrode foundry partnership for the European market

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Morrow Batteries ASA (“Morrow”), an independent European leader in LFP and LNMO cell technology, and JR Energy Solution Inc. (“JRES”), a global forerunner in the battery electrode foundry model, have entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish high-performance electrode foundry services in Europe. Announced at InterBattery Korea 2026, the partnership unites two … Read more

PI-KEM Expands Battery Research Toolkit to Support Next-Generation Cell Development

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February 2026  PI-KEM Ltd has introduced a new range of battery materials and cell development solutions to support researchers and engineers working on advanced energy storage technologies. As demand grows for higher performance, scalable, and alternative battery chemistries, the expanded portfolio provides practical tools for investigating cell behaviour, optimising formulations, and accelerating the transition from … Read more

Battery Innovator Iontra Appoints Intralink to Drive China Expansion

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Fast-growing intelligent battery sensing and charge control innovator Iontra Inc has appointed international business development consultancy Intralink to accelerate its expansion in China. Iontra has ambitious growth plans following its Series C funding round in November 2024, led by Volta Energy Technologies. US-based Iontra has developed patented intelligent battery sensing and charge control algorithms that enable real … Read more