Liontown Resources
Post in 2024
Liontown Resources Limited is a mineral exploration and development company based in West Perth, Australia. Founded in 2006, it focuses on the exploration and evaluation of various mineral properties, primarily in Western Australia. The company specializes in lithium and tantalum projects, with its flagship Kathleen Valley project serving as a key asset. In addition to lithium, Liontown Resources is involved in the exploration of gold, vanadium, copper, nickel, and platinum group elements. The company aims to support the growing demand for battery minerals driven by the Electric Vehicle and Energy Storage industries, positioning itself as a significant player in the sustainable minerals sector.
Sion Power
Series A in 2024
Sion Power Corporation, founded in 1989 and based in Tucson, Arizona, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of lithium-sulfur rechargeable batteries. The company is recognized as a leader in developing high-energy rechargeable batteries, particularly for applications in electric vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, and stationary power markets. Sion Power's innovative Licerion technology significantly enhances battery performance, offering up to 500 Wh/kg energy density, which is twice that of traditional lithium-ion batteries while maintaining the same size and weight. The company also focuses on selling or licensing its proprietary protected lithium anode materials to manufacturers looking to integrate advanced battery solutions into their products. Through its cutting-edge advancements, Sion Power aims to meet the evolving demands of the electric vehicle and aerospace sectors.
Novonix Group
Post in 2023
Novonix Group, established in 2012, is a global provider of advanced materials, equipment, and services for the lithium-ion battery industry. Based in Brisbane, Australia, with operations in Canada, the company operates through three segments: Graphite Exploration and Mining, Battery Technology, and Battery Materials. The Graphite Exploration and Mining segment explores for high-grade flake graphite in Australia. The Battery Technology segment develops and supplies high-precision battery testing equipment and services, catering to the precision measurement of coulombic efficiency. The Battery Materials segment focuses on developing and manufacturing synthetic graphite anode materials used in lithium-ion batteries, powering electric vehicles, personal electronics, and energy storage units. Novonix Group also has a strategic alliance with Harper International Corporation to enhance its synthetic graphite manufacturing process.
OnePredict
Series C in 2022
OnePredict, established in 2016, is a prominent player in the field of industrial AI technology, recognized for its innovative solutions and a record nine wins at the Global PHM Data Challenge. The company specializes in the development of the GuardiOne® Series, which offers advanced AI solutions tailored for various industrial applications, including bearings, turbines, wind farms, transformers, robots, and motors. OnePredict's machine intelligence software is designed to transform data into actionable industrial intelligence, providing predictive analytics that help businesses assess the risk of equipment failure and determine the remaining lifecycle of critical assets. By optimizing hardware for real-time processing, OnePredict enables companies to make informed and timely decisions, thereby enhancing operational efficiency across diverse industries.
NEC Energy Solutions
Acquisition in 2022
NEC Energy Solutions, a grid battery integrator based in the U.S. to expand its Energy Storage System (ESS) business offerings.
Li-Cycle is a clean technology company specializing in the resource recovery of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. The company employs its proprietary Spoke and Hub recycling process, which enables the efficient processing of battery manufacturing scrap and spent batteries. At its Spokes, Li-Cycle produces black mass and other intermediate products, while its Hubs focus on recovering valuable raw materials such as lithium carbonate, cobalt sulphate, and nickel sulphate. Committed to sustainable practices, Li-Cycle’s technology allows for the recovery of 80 to 100% of materials found in lithium-ion batteries, addressing the growing demand for critical battery resources in an environmentally responsible manner.
Greatpower
Corporate Round in 2021
Greatpower Technology is a manufacturing facility specializing in nickel sulphate production, a key component for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles. The company primarily engages in research and development of new energy resources and technologies, offering products such as ternary precursors and lithium battery cathode materials to facilitate battery recycling and contribute to the growth of the new energy power battery industry ecosystem.