SK On to Pursue Solid-State Battery Production Cooperation With Factorial Energy

Published: Jul 30, 2026 11:43

SK On and U.S.-based solid-state battery company Factorial Energy announced on July 30 that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for solid-state battery manufacturing cooperation.

With the agreement, SK On has secured its second solid-state battery partner following Solid Power.

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