Motive and Ignition Battery Producers Schedule Tighter Production Plans Than Lead-acid Battery Plants

Published: Sep 29, 2017 10:12

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The 2017 Chinese National Day holiday is around the corner, and according to SMM report earlier, some domestic lead-acid battery producers plan to cut output.

SHANGHAI, Sept. 29 (SMM) – The 2017 Chinese National Day holiday is around the corner, and according to SMM report earlier, some domestic lead-acid battery producers plan to cut output due to high raw material price, low orders and environmental factor, leaving for 4-10 days.

Chilwee Group Announces Production Suspension for Upcoming Holiday

But, motive and ignition battery producers will remain online over the holiday period, or only leave for 1-2 days, considering strong orders, tight battery inventories and the need for goods delivery, SMM learns.

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