Dan De Boer

Australia-based storage platform Akaysha Energy has launched its first operational project, a 155 MW battery in Queensland, while confirming its expansion to over 1 GWh.
LehmanSoft Japan connected a 2MW/8.1MWh energy storage facility to the grid in Chichibu City, marking its entry into the Japanese stationary storage market.

Akuo begins construction of 200 MWh storage facility in New Caledonia

Akuo launches a large-scale electricity storage project in Boulouparis, with a 200 MWh capacity, to support New Caledonia’s grid stability and reinforce the integration of renewable energies.
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Spie and Tesla have signed a framework agreement to install battery electricity storage systems in Europe, focusing on France, Poland and Germany.
The group has won a strategic project with operator Amprion to deploy five 50 MW batteries to ease pressure on the German power grid and optimise electricity transmission.

Vena Energy launches 408 MWh storage system in South Australia

Vena Energy has begun construction of a 408 MWh battery energy storage system in Tailem Bend, marking a new phase in the deployment of its infrastructure in Australia.
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The explosion of battery storage applications in Germany is causing grid congestion and pushing Berlin to revise its regulatory framework to prevent market saturation.
The collapse in storage costs positions batteries as a key lever for dispatchable solar, but dependence on Chinese suppliers creates growing tension between competitiveness and supply chain security.

JA Solar commissions its first industrial solar-storage system in Sicily

JA Solar has launched a microgrid combining 5.2 MW of solar and 2.61 MWh of storage at an industrial site in Sicily, marking its first application of the "PV+Storage+X" model in Italy.
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Sinexcel has installed a 2MW/8MWh energy storage system in Matsusaka, marking a breakthrough in a regulated market after five years of technical partnerships and gradual deployment in Japan.
Inlyte Energy has successfully completed factory validation testing of its first full-scale iron-sodium battery, witnessed by Southern Company, paving the way for a pilot installation in the United States in early 2026.

Neoen launches third stage of its giant battery in Queensland

Neoen begins construction of a new 305 MW stage in Australia, raising its total battery storage capacity in the country to 2 GW, and signs two additional virtual battery contracts with ENGIE.
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ENGIE has awarded NHOA Energy the contract for a 320 MWh battery energy storage system in Drogenbos, marking a new step in their industrial partnership in Belgium.
Stardust Power has completed an independent review of its lithium refinery project in Muskogee, confirming technical feasibility and compliance with industry standards for its initial production phase.

South 8 Technologies raises $11mn to scale up LiGas battery production for defence

California-based battery manufacturer South 8 Technologies has secured $11mn to boost production of its LiGas cells, targeting military and space applications under extreme conditions.
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Samsung SDI will supply LFP cells for energy storage systems in the United States starting in 2027, under a multi-year deal valued at $1.53bn.
Bitzero Holdings launches a new 70 MW expansion phase in Namsskogan, Norway, targeting a total capacity of 110 MW and an upgrade of its high-performance computing capabilities.

Remixpoint launches seven battery storage projects with Nippon Chikudenchi in Japan

Remixpoint and Nippon Chikudenchi have formalised a partnership to develop seven 2MW/8MWh BESS facilities by October 2026 through a newly established joint venture.
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UK-based Ray Systems has selected Beam Global to supply tailored battery systems for its new autonomous underwater drones, aiming to extend mission duration without compromising stealth or manoeuvrability.
Sungrow has started construction on a 200 MW/400 MWh battery storage system for ENGIE, aimed at strengthening grid stability in a state heavily reliant on renewable energy.
TagEnergy launches a 150 MW storage project at the Golden Plains wind farm site, strengthening its investment strategy in Australia's energy infrastructure.
CATL, Sun Village and Marubeni Power Retail have signed an agreement to develop 2.4GWh of grid-scale storage capacity in Japan, without a defined schedule, leveraging investment, construction and commercial management synergies.

Northland Power invests in 300 MW battery storage through deal in Poland

Northland Power has acquired two energy storage projects in Poland from Greenvolt Power Group, consolidating a strategic partnership in a transitioning market.
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The global battery energy storage systems market anticipates 28.8% annual growth through 2033, supported by industrial electrification, government incentives and grid modernisation efforts.
Group1 and Michigan Potash & Salt Company have signed an agreement to create a domestic potassium-based battery supply chain, relying on local mining and production free from critical metals.

Japan commissions first 4MWh grid battery in Shiga Prefecture

A battery storage project developed in Shiga Prefecture marks a new step for the Japanese industry, with the official commissioning of a 4MWh facility aimed at the primary balancing market.
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ACEnergy’s Central BESS project has been approved with a $3.6mn benefit-sharing plan for local and Indigenous communities.
Operator Fullmark Energy has finalised a $46mn investment tax credit transfer linked to its 125MW Redwood storage portfolio in Southern California, strengthening its ability to pursue further growth in the sector.

Eos Energy raises $76.9mn through exercised public warrants ahead of expiry

Eos Energy confirmed the expiry of its public warrants following the exercise of 6.7 million units, generating $76.9mn to finance its industrial projects in the United States.
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Trina Storage and Pacific Green Energy Group have signed a memorandum of understanding for the supply of 5GWh of battery systems by 2028, reinforcing their activities in the Australian and international energy storage market.
HyperStrong commits to purchase at least 200 GWh of battery cells from CATL by 2028, as part of a strategic partnership aimed at structuring a global energy storage ecosystem.

Europe urged to invest massively in long-duration energy storage to save €103bn

A report urges European states to rapidly deploy long-duration energy storage technologies, deemed essential to avoid building obsolete gas assets and reduce grid costs by 2040.
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LibertyStream has signed a memorandum of understanding with Packet Digital to secure a local supply of lithium carbonate for industrial and military battery production, backed by approximately $2.7mn in funding.
US-based Rondo Energy and SCG Cleanergy have completed the installation of a 33 MWh heat battery at a cement plant in Thailand, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, delivering steam to power a turbine for industrial electricity generation.

Entech and Primeo Energie launch joint venture for 100 MW of battery storage by 2029

Entech and Primeo Energie create Primtech Batteries to develop battery electricity storage projects in France and the European Union, targeting 100 MW installed by 2029.
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Three New York public high schools are introducing a new energy storage module this year, through a partnership between NineDot Energy and Solar One aimed at preparing students for careers in distributed energy.
Nuvve Holding Corp. plans three 2MW battery installations in Eastern Zealand to strengthen the Danish grid and optimise revenues through its proprietary software platform.

HS Hyosung invests €120 mn with Umicore to develop silicon anodes

HS Hyosung partners with Umicore to produce silicon anodes, a key material for next-generation batteries, through a €120 mn investment to strengthen its position in energy storage.
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LG Energy Solution partners with South 8 Technologies to develop lithium-ion batteries capable of operating at -60 °C, strengthening its position in the space sector alongside KULR Technology Group and NASA.
Masdar commits to developing a 300MW/600MWh battery storage system in Uzbekistan, marking a major step in modernising the national grid and securing investments in renewable energy.