GUS Technology, a leading player in Taiwan’s lithium-ion battery sector, has signed a Technical Assistance and License Agreement with Japan’s Toshiba Corporation. The partnership aims to commercialize next-generation lithium-ion battery cells using Niobium Titanium Oxide (NTO) as the anode, delivering superior performance, enhanced safety, and cost-effective solutions.
The partnership combines GUS Technology’s pouch cell manufacturing expertise and Toshiba’s advanced material science to develop innovative NTO lithium-ion batteries. Toshiba will provide technical support, positioning GUS Technology as the premier ODM manufacturer.
The collaboration is further backed by Companhia Brasileira de Metalurgia e Mineração (CBMM) and Sojitz Corporation, with a shared goal of delivering efficient and reliable solutions to market. The NTO lithium-ion battery cells produced will feature extended cycle life, wide operating temperature ranges, and high charge-discharge rates, with energy density boosted by up to 1.5 times compared to current technologies.
The batteries will have various applications, including cold chain logistics, data centers, automatic frequency control (AFC) systems, and energy recovery solutions. They will also enable fully electric solutions for EVs, E-buses, and autonomous vehicles, addressing range anxiety with rapid charging capabilities.
The partnership is expected to drive innovation across sectors and enhance market confidence in battery safety. It will also position GUS Technology and Toshiba at the leading edge of the energy storage and electric vehicle sectors, paving the way for a more sustainable future. GUS Technology has evolved to leverage cutting-edge manufacturing and expert engineering, delivering customized battery systems for diverse industries globally.
