SMM November 05 News:
Highlights: Chongqing Talent focuses on the oxide electrolyte + in-situ solidification technology route, with semi-solid-state batteries already in mass production, and all-solid-state batteries achieving a laboratory breakthrough with an energy density of 720 Wh/kg. Bases in Chongqing, Anhui, and Hubei are under simultaneous construction. In partnership with Changan Automobile and Narada Power, the company plans to achieve vehicle installation and batch production of separator-free batteries in 2026-2027.
On November 03, 2025, Chongqing Talent New Energy Co., Ltd. and Hubei Huitian New Materials Co., Ltd. officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement to collaborate on adhesive materials for solid-state batteries.
SMM learned that Chongqing Talent's solid-state battery strategy follows the oxide electrolyte route, with multiple bases advancing simultaneously. Below are the details of Talent's solid-state battery planning and layout.
I. Technical Advantages: Oxide Electrolyte + In-Situ Solidification
The company adopts the "oxide electrolyte + in-situ solidification" technology.
In-situ solidification: A special liquid electrolyte is injected into the battery and then solidified internally through chemical or physical methods, forming a solid-liquid coexisting "gel-like" electrolyte phase. Compared to directly producing all-solid-state electrolyte films, this method offers production line compatibility and lower manufacturing cost and difficulty. The electrolyte is in a gel-like solid-liquid mixed state, avoiding leakage of liquid electrolyte.
High energy density: Its first-generation semi-solid-state batteries have achieved an energy density of 300-350 Wh/kg, significantly exceeding current mainstream high-end liquid lithium batteries (250-280 Wh/kg). The planned next-generation product aims for an energy density above 400 Wh/kg, even approaching 500 Wh/kg.
On April 03, 2024, the company announced the successful laboratory preparation of the world's first all-solid-state lithium metal battery with a single-cell capacity of 120 Ah and an ultra-high energy density of 720 Wh/kg. In November 2024, in collaboration with Changan Automobile, they jointly released a 25 Ah battery supporting 3C fast charging; this battery uses special separators and partial electrolyte, with a raw material cost reduction of over 10%.
II. Production Line Layout:
Chongqing Base: First semi-solid-state 0.2 GWh + 2 GWh
Phase 1 small semi-solid-state power battery manufacturing base: 0.2 GWh
Phase 2 vehicle-grade semi-solid-state power battery manufacturing base: 2 GWh
In Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Talent New Energy established China's first automated production line for semi-solid-state lithium batteries, with an annual capacity of 0.2 GWh, mainly serving the high-end electric two-wheeler and motorcycle markets. In 2023, the company launched the second-phase project with a total investment of 1 billion yuan, planning a capacity of 2 GWh to expand into passenger vehicle power battery production and other application fields.
Anhui Base: 3 GWh + 7 GWh
Phase 1 vehicle-grade semi-solid-state power battery industrial park (under construction): 3 GWh
Phase 2 semi-solid-state/quasi-solid-state power battery industrial park (in preparation): 7 GWh
The Anhui Huainan base plans a total investment of 7 billion yuan, with a total capacity of 10 GWh, to be constructed in two phases.
III. Financing, Downstream Applications, and Patents
Financing: The company has completed multiple rounds of financing, with investors including well-known institutions such as CICC Capital, Country Garden Venture Capital, and Guoding Capital.
Downstream applications: Deep engagement and sample testing with EV and 3C enterprises. Its products primarily target high-end markets such as high-end new energy vehicles, drones, and energy storage systems.
Vehicle installation verification is planned for 2026; batch production of separator-free all-solid-state batteries is planned for 2027.
Other Cooperation Progress:
On September 26, 2024, the signing ceremony for Talent New Energy's 10 GWh power battery industrial base project was held at the Anhui Huainan Municipal Government Center.
On November 21, 2024, Chongqing Liangjiang New Area held a concentrated commencement and completion ceremony for projects in the fourth quarter of 2023.
On December 19, 2024, Chongqing Talent New Energy Co., Ltd. and Narada Power officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement on solid-state batteries.
On October 09, 2025, Hubei Province held a promotion meeting for major project construction in the fourth quarter of 2025, planning to commence Talent New Energy's solid-state battery R&D and industrialisation project.
IV. Recent Developments of Talent in Chongqing
[Solid-State Battery: Talent Announces Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Process and Mass Production] On July 9, 2025, Talent New Energy announced that its process breakthrough had achieved mass production of products and established cooperation with enterprises such as Changan Automobile and Narada Power. Its technical route covers the oxide solid-state electrolyte material system. NEV: Jointly released a separator-free solid-state battery technology with Changan Automobile, with plans to complete vehicle integration verification in 2026 and achieve mass production in 2027. ESS and Civilian Market: Collaborated with Narada Power to develop ultra-safe ESS solutions and introduced battery technology supporting 6C fast charging, capable of charging to 80% in 9 minutes. Drones/Robotics/3C Electronics: Promoted the application of solid-state batteries in drones, robotics, and 3C electronics, providing safer energy solutions. The battery energy density reached 720 Wh/kg. Separator-Free Technology: Eliminated the separator through the concept of "material reduction manufacturing," enhancing safety (with compression deformation resistance reaching 60%) and reducing costs.
[Solid-State Battery: Talent New Energy Signs Agreement for All-Solid-State Battery Production Site Project in Qianjiang, Hubei] On August 18, 2025, the signing ceremony for Talent New Energy's all-solid-state battery production site project in Qianjiang, Hubei Province, was held. This marks a key expansion beyond Talent's existing R&D and production sites in Beijing, Chongqing, and Anhui. The 0.2 GWh production line at the Chongqing site is nearly at full capacity, with 12 GWh under construction, expected to commence initial production within the year and generate an annual output value exceeding 10 billion yuan.
[Solid-State Battery: Talent Signs Adhesive Material Cooperation Agreement with Hubei Huitian] On November 3, 2025, Chongqing Talent New Energy Co., Ltd. and Hubei Huitian New Material Co., Ltd. formally signed a strategic cooperation agreement to collaborate on adhesive materials for solid-state batteries.
V. Talent Profile: Talent New Energy, the Popularizer of Solid-State Batteries
Chongqing Talent New Energy Co., Ltd. is a new energy technology enterprise jointly founded by a team of lithium battery R&D experts introduced as national high-level overseas talents and a seasoned domestic industrialisation team. The company focuses on the technological development and industrialisation of new-type solid-state lithium batteries and key lithium battery materials. The solid-state battery products developed by the company feature mature technology and significant breakthroughs in key performance indicators, offering notable advantages such as high safety and reliability, high energy density, and low production costs, making it a leader in the new generation of high-performance power battery market.
Some images are from Talent's official website.
According to SMM projections, all-solid-state battery shipments are expected to reach 13.5 GWh by 2028, while semi-solid-state battery shipments are forecast to reach 160 GWh. By 2030, global lithium-ion battery demand is estimated to be around 2,800 GWh, with the compound annual growth rates from 2024 to 2030 for lithium-ion battery demand in EVs, ESS, and consumer electronics at approximately 11%, 27%, and 10%, respectively. The global penetration rate of solid-state batteries is projected to be around 0.1% in 2025, and is expected to reach about 4% for all-solid-state batteries by 2030. By 2035, the global penetration rate of solid-state batteries may approach 10%.
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