[8.18 Lithium Battery News] Sunresin New Materials Won a 35.77 Million Yuan Bid for the Expansion and Renovation Project of Lop Nur Salt Lake Old Brine Lithium Extraction

[Japan to Mandate Recycling of Lithium Battery Devices]According to a report by The Asahi Shimbun cited by Cankao Xiaoxi, the Japanese government decided on the 12th to impose mandatory recycling and reuse obligations on producers of three types of products: power supplies, mobile phones (including smartphones), and heated tobacco devices. The primary reason is that the small lithium batteries embedded in these products are frequently mixed with general waste, leading to repeated fire incidents at waste disposal facilities. These three product categories will be designated as "specified recycling products" under the law. The new regulation will take effect in April next year alongside the implementation of the amended Act on Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced the decision during a review meeting held that day. Producers and importers of these products will be required to collect and recycle discarded devices. Companies failing to comply will receive written warnings or administrative orders, while those refusing to cooperate will face fines. Although users will not be penalized, they must properly dispose of discarded devices by delivering them to home appliance retailers or local government collection boxes as required. (Cailian Press)

[Sunresin New Materials Wins 35.77 Million Yuan Bid for Lop Nur Salt Lake Lithium Extraction Expansion Project]Sunresin New Materials (300487.SZ) announced that the company received a bid-winning notice with a contract value of 35.77 million yuan, accounting for approximately 1.40% of its audited total revenue in 2024. The project involves the expansion and upgrading of lithium extraction from brine in the Lop Nur Salt Lake in Xinjiang, which will enhance the company's market share and technical control capabilities in the salt lake lithium extraction industry. However, the formal contract has not yet been signed, and the terms remain uncertain. The specific content and amount will be subject to the final signed contract. (Cailian Press)

[Wuhan’s Auto Trade-in Policy to Be Suspended on August 19]The Wuhan Municipal Commerce Bureau issued the "Announcement on Adjusting Wuhan’s 2025 Auto Trade-in Policy." The policy will be suspended starting at 24:00 on August 19, 2025. Individual consumers who purchase new vehicles before August 19, 2025, must complete new vehicle registration and used vehicle transfer procedures (based on the registration and transfer dates recorded in the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate) by August 31, 2025, and submit subsidy application materials through the Hubei Auto Trade-in Service Platform. Late submissions will not be accepted. Consumers who have already submitted applications must provide complete and accurate supplementary materials by 24:00 on September 30, 2025, in accordance with review feedback. Failure to submit corrections on time, resulting in rejection, will be deemed as voluntary forfeiture of the subsidy eligibility. Additionally, the vehicle retirement and renewal policy will continue to be implemented. (Cailian Press)

[Camel Group: Currently Only Conducts Joint R&D on Solid-State Battery Technology with Universities]Camel Group stated on the interactive platform that solid-state batteries can significantly improve battery energy density and safety, expanding their end-use applications in fields such as ESS, transportation and shipping, and consumer electronics. The company focuses on its core business, prioritizing R&D innovation and iterative optimization of new-type products like automotive low-voltage power supplies and power-type power supplies. Currently, it only conducts joint R&D on solid-state battery technology with universities. (Cailian Press)

[Ronbay Technology: Sulphide Electrolyte Materials for Solid-State Batteries Expected to Complete Construction in Q4]Ronbay Technology stated on the interactive platform that its sulphide electrolyte materials for solid-state batteries lead the industry in performance metrics such as particle size and ionic conductivity. The company is currently constructing a pilot production line, with some mass-production equipment already completing material verification. The project is expected to complete construction in Q4 and commence production in early 2026. (Cailian Press)

[China Construction Machinery Association: July Sales of Truck Cranes Reach 1,358 Units, Up 9.6% YoY]According to statistics from the China Construction Machinery Association on major truck crane manufacturers, sales of truck cranes in July 2025 totaled 1,358 units, up 9.6% YoY, including 673 units in domestic sales (up 6.83% YoY) and 685 units in exports (up 12.5% YoY). From January to July 2025, cumulative sales of truck cranes reached 12,110 units, down 6.68% YoY, including 6,755 units in domestic sales (down 11.3% YoY) and 5,355 units in exports (down 0.11% YoY). (Cailian Press)