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Digital Trends
12 hours ago
- Digital Trends
I tested 10 flagship phones. This one has the best battery
When it comes to selecting the best phones, three key areas are most important. The display and the best smartphone camera are integral parts of the experience on most phones — especially with the display on the best folding phones — but battery life is important to every smartphone user. Between different types of battery technology and a lot of variety in capacity and charging speeds, there's a lot to take into consideration when evaluating the best smartphone battery life, especially as usage patterns vary so wildly as well. Recommended Videos Yet, the question remains unanswered: which phone has the best battery life and charging? Since the iPhone launch last year, I've been testing the best phones as they've come into my possession. I've tested over 50 phones — folding and non-folding — over the past year, and here's what I've found. Understanding battery technology Before we dig into the testing, a quick primer on battery technology. For almost three decades, the smartphone industry has been using lithium-ion batteries to power phones and other electronic devices that require a battery. The next generation of smartphone batteries uses Silicon Carbon technology, which offers higher energy density, faster charging capabilities, and potentially a longer lifespan. This means you can fit a bigger battery in the same-sized phone or a bigger battery in a thinner device, making it ideal for the best thin phones. The first smartphone with a Silicon Carbon battery was the Honor Magic V5 Pro, which was introduced two years ago. Since then, we've seen many other Asian phone makers launch phones that utilize this battery technology. Samsung, Apple, and Google have yet to follow suit, but OnePlus launched the OnePlus 13 in January, making it the first smartphone in the US to utilize this architecture. Curating the best phones for testing There are so many phones released each year, both inside and outside the US, that testing every single device wouldn't be feasible, at least not for this mid-year test. However, the data I collected over the past year, combined with my own subjective experiences with each device, means it's possible to calculate which phones to include in these tests. To simplify the testing and results, I've split the shortlist into two categories: candybar phones and the best folding phones: Here's a quick overview of the key battery specs for the shortlist: Battery Size (mAh) Battery Type Charging Speed (W) Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 4,685 mAh Lithium-Ion 37W Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5,000 mAh Lithium-Ion 45W Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 3,900 mAh Lithium-Ion 25W Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5,060 mAh Lithium-Ion 37W OnePlus 13 6,000 mAh SIlicon Carbon 80W Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 4,700 mAh SIlicon Carbon 68W Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 4,000 mAh Lithium-Ion 25W Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 4,400 mAh Lithium-Ion 25W Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 4,650 mAh Lithium-Ion 21W Oppo Find N5 5,600 mAh SIlicon Carbon 80W How I tested these phones I have been reviewing phones for almost twenty years, and have been objectively testing phones since 2015. To reduce the number of variables, I ensured that these tests were run after a factory reset, with a specific test account installed on the phone. This helped limit any potential data corruption caused by a particular app or background data usage. Each phone underwent the same testing. Each test was conducted with the display set to 200 nits of brightness to minimize variations caused by auto-brightness or different display brightness controllers. For the folding phones, the tests were conducted on the cover display. To test the phones, I charged each to 100% and then ran various tests. The first involved browsing a looping set of websites and social feeds, while the second ran the same test, but with a looped video. The gaming test involved playing Genshin Impact for 60 minutes and extrapolating battery usage from there. The best battery life for web browsing and social media Let's first take a look at the results of the browsing and social media test for each of the five non-folding phones: Rank Phone Capacity Duration Points 1st Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 4,700 mAh 15:48 h 10 2nd Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 4,685 mAh 15:42 h 9 3rd OnePlus 13 6,000 mAh 15:02 h 8 4th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5,060 mAh 11:58 h 7 5th Oppo Find N5 5,600 mAh 11:25 h 6 6th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 4,650 mAh 11:01 h 5 7th Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5,000 mAh 10:57 h 4 8th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 3,900 mAh 8:59 h 3 9th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 4,400 mAh 8:58 h 2 10th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 4,000 mAh 7:59 h 1 The biggest surprise through all of this testing is just how capable the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra battery proves to be. In this test, it outranks the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which lasted considerably longer than any other phone since the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Both of these devices outperform your expectations based on their capacity, whereas the opposite is true of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which should be better. The best battery life for video playback Of course, web browsing and social media playback is only one test, albeit the most varied one I tried. A more strenuous test is video playback, especially as it engages the graphics card more strenuously than the simpler first test. Rank Phone Capacity Duration Points 1st OnePlus 13 6,000 mAh 23:21 h 10 2nd Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 4,685 mAh 23:04 h 9 3rd Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 4,700 mAh 19:22 h 8 4th Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5,000 mAh 18:42 h 7 5th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 3,900 mAh 16:58 h 6 6th Oppo Find N5 5,600 mAh 15:01 h 5 7th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 4,400 mAh 14:58 h 4 8th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 4,650 mAh 14:31 h 3 9th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 4,000 mAh 14:21 h 2 10th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5,060 mAh 14:02 h 1 The OnePlus 13 unsurprisingly outperforms the competition here, as the larger capacity and software optimizations work their magic. The iPhone 16 Pro Max meets expectations here as Apple's software and hardware integration proves to be magical for endurance. It'll be interesting to see how the new background tasks feature in iOS 26 affects this. I'm very impressed by the Galaxy S25 Edge here, as it has the smallest battery in this list — unsurprising as it's the thinnest non-folding phone — but it ranks 5th in one of the more strenuous tests. If you watch a lot of movies, this phone will likely handle what you throw at it. The best battery life for gaming The first two tests have become progressively more strenuous, but how does each phone endure when tested under heavy gaming conditions? Where applicable, I enabled game mode (or a similar feature) but left the settings at their default values. Rank Phone Capacity Duration Points 1st Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5,000 mAh 9:42 h 10 2nd Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 4,685 mAh 9:38 h 9 3rd Oppo Find N5 5,600 mAh 7:58 h 8 4th Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 4,700 mAh 7:42h 7 5th OnePlus 13 6,000 mAh 7:13 h 6 6th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5,060 mAh 7:03 h 5 7th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 4,400 mAh 6:58 h 4 8th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 4,650 mAh 6:40 h 3 9th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 3,900 mAh 6:03 h 2 10th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 4,000 mAh 6:02 h 1 I was taken aback by the Galaxy S25 Ultra's results here, but a retest revealed similar results, so this is a clear example of how a feature like Samsung's Game Booster can extend your battery life under heavy gaming conditions. This is made even more surprising, given that it shares the 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with the OnePlus 13, albeit Samsung has developed an optimized version of the processor for its flagship devices. The iPhone proves to be an endurance champion yet again, and the Find N5 and Razr 60 Ultra both continue to prove that folding phones can offer better battery life than non-folding phones. The rest of the results are as I expected: the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Z Fold 6, and Flip 6 all rank low in most of the tests. Before we head to the charging tests, here's a quick look at the overall top 3 in the battery tests: iPhone 16 Pro Max (27 points), Motorola Razr 60 Ultra (25 points), and OnePlus 13 (24 points). The phones that charge the fastest Of course, when your battery is running low, you need fast charging, so which of these phones charges the fastest? First, a quick note about mAh/min. It's a metric I have been using for years, and it's designed to standardize charging speeds while eliminating the variability of battery capacity and charging speed. It also applies to the 15-minute reading, where we record the battery percentage reported by the phone and multiply it by the capacity to estimate the mAh charged during those 15 minutes. Let's take a look, first, at the time taken for a full charge: Rank Phone Speed Full charge m/Ah min Points 1st OnePlus 13 80W 35 mins 171.4 10 2nd Oppo Find N5 80W 50 mins 112 9 3rd Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 68W 48 mins 93.8 8 4th Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 45W 64 mins 78.1 7 5th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 37W 78 mins 64.9 6 6th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 25W 67 mins 58.2 5 7th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 25W 91 mins 48.4 4 8th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 21W 105 mins 44.3 3 9th Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 37W 114 mins 41.1 2 10th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 25W 102 mins 39.2 1 For more than a decade, one thing has been clear: companies like Huawei, Oppo, Honor, and OnePlus have all figured out how to recharge phones quickly and safely. This has been the case since long before the introduction of the new generation of Silicon Carbon batteries, and the technology is significantly faster than its competitors. The result is that it's no surprise that OnePlus and Oppo dominate the list. However, the biggest surprise comes from the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and its new 68W charging, which significantly increases charging speeds. I don't know about you, but I often forget to charge my phone, or the battery runs low when I only have a short moment to recharge. For those times, I also noted the percentage each phone added to the battery after a 15-minute charge. Rank Phone Speed % at 15 m ~mAh Points 1st OnePlus 13 80W 55% 3,300 10 2nd Oppo Find N5 80W 42% 2,352 9 3rd Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 68W 48% 2,160 8 4th Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 45W 40% 2,000 7 5th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 37W 35% 1,771 6 6th Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 37W 27% 1,265 5 7th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 25W 30% 1,170 4 8th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 25W 26% 1,144 3 9th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 21W 24% 1,116 2 10th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 25W 23% 920 1 This overall charging test is when Apple's core weakness becomes apparent. The battery life of the iPhone 16 Pro Max is fantastic, but the charging speeds leave much to be desired. As you'll see below, however, this is not always the case, and the slower overall iPhone charging speeds are usually due to the device charging more slowly (to protect the battery) once it reaches 80%. The phone with the best battery is… There's a lot more testing to do on these phones and many of the best upcoming folding phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, but where do Samsung's current folding phones stand? How about the new Galaxy S25 Edge? How does the thin body affect that battery compared to its beefier sibling? Let's look at the final results to find out! Rank Phone Total Points 1st OnePlus 13 44 2nd Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 41 3rd Oppo Find N5 37 4th Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 35 5th Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 33 6th Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 25 7th Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 21 8th Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 17 9th Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 16 10th Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 6 It's no surprise that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 comes last, especially given it's been there for most of these tests, but it does have me curious whether they'll be able to improve it in the upcoming Z Flip 7. The Galaxy S25 Edge performs admirably given the capacity constraints, especially as it has the smallest battery of all. In the top 5, Apple is the most interesting. Improving charging speeds would eliminate the gap to the top of the leaderboard, especially since it currently ranks first in the battery life tests. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a solid contender, but it shows that there's still room for Samsung to improve. The top 3 are very interesting. The Oppo Find N5 has the best book-style folding phone battery life that I've tested, and this rings true in the testing. The same applies to the Razr 60 Ultra, which proves that flip phones can be just as capable as non-flip ones. I'm very surprised by just how capable the Razr 60 Ultra battery life proves to be in this test. The best phone for overall battery life, however, is the OnePlus 13, which continues the OnePlus trend of offering outstanding battery life and super-fast charging. This is the biggest and best battery in a OnePlus phone to date, and shows that Silicon Carbon is the smartphone battery future we've been waiting for.
GSM Arena
11-06-2025
- GSM Arena
Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ to have more battery than Galaxy S25 Edge, lighter body
A couple of weeks ago, we exclusively shared some images comparing the unannounced Infinix Hot 60 Pro+'s slim design to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. We also told you that the Hot 60 Pro+ would pack a massive battery. Well, the same source has now shared an image of the Hot 60 Pro+'s "My Phone" screen with us, revealing the Hot 60 Pro+'s key specs, including its battery capacity. The Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ will have a 5,160 mAh battery under the hood, which is impressive considering its 5.95mm thickness. In comparison, the current hot super slim phone Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is 5.8mm thick and packs a 3,900 mAh battery. Not just that, the Galaxy S25 Edge weighs 163.8g while the Hot 60 Pro+ tips the scale at 154.6 g. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge We presume Infinix has used the Silicon-Carbon battery for the Hot 60 Pro+, which allowed it to pack a higher capacity battery in a body slimmer than the Galaxy S25 Edge. Infinix might one-up the Galaxy S25 Edge in the charging department as well since we are told the Hot 60 Pro+'s charging speed will be faster than the Hot 50 Pro+'s, which is 33W. For those unaware, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge charges at a measly 25W. Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge The image we received reveals that the Infinix Hot 60 Pro+'s 2,400x1,080-pixel resolution curved display will have a centered punch-hole for the 13MP selfie camera. The primary camera on the rear will feature a 50MP sensor. The phone, bearing model code X6886, will have 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, but there could be more memory configurations that are yet to be confirmed. The "My Phone" screen reveals that the Hot 60 Pro+ is running XOS 15.1.0, and powering the smartphone is Helio G200 Ultimate SoC. MediaTek introduced the Helio G200 last month, and Tecno announced its Spark 40 series, launching globally in July, will be the first to use the G200. However, our source tells us that the Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ is also scheduled to launch in July, so it remains to be seen which of these brands will be the first to bring the Helio G200-powered smartphone to market. Infinix Hot 60 Pro+'s ''My Phone'' screen confirms its key specs
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Sicona Signs Transformational Licensing Agreement with Himadri to Scale SiCx® Production
AU$15M investment to accelerate global commercialisation of SiCx® anode technology SYDNEY, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sicona, a leading innovator in next-generation battery materials, today announced a landmark strategic partnership and technology licensing agreement with Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd (BSE: 500184 | NSE: HSCL), one of the foremost specialty chemical conglomerates in India. The deal includes AU$15 million cornerstone investment by Himadri and marks a pivotal milestone in the commercialisation of Sicona's flagship Silicon Carbon anode material, SiCx ®. The proceeds will be used to expand Sicona's pilot plant operations in Australia and scale up production to meet surging demand for sampling materials from major global cell manufacturers who service the electric vehicle (EV), 3C (consumer electronics, communications and computers), defence and space industries, who are actively qualifying SiCx ® for next-generation battery platforms. Licensing Deal Overview: Accelerating Global Production Under the agreement, Himadri will licence the full suite of intellectual property required to establish and operate a SiCx® production facility in India. The plant, which will be fully funded by Himadri, is being fast-tracked to meet rising global demand. Sales from the facility will be targeted primarily in the automotive sector—positioning Himadri and Sicona at the centre of global EV supply chains. "This deal is transformative for Sicona," said Christiaan Jordaan, CEO and Co-Founder of Sicona. "This partnership enables us to commercialise SiCx® at an unprecedented speed and scale, without shouldering the burden of the first-of-a-kind (FOAK) facility funding alone." Himadri's manufacturing pedigree and global reach make them the ideal partner." Strategic Benefits: Cost-Effective Global Commercialisation For Sicona, this licensing model offers a capital-light pathway to revenue generation, accelerating its timeline to commercial scale production. Royalties from SiCx ® sales in India will provide a steady income stream, while Sicona focuses on delivering its own large-scale facilities—cementing Sicona's position as a global leader in Silicon Carbon (Si/C) anode materials. "This partnership proves that early-stage climate tech startups can overcome the challenges of FOAK commercialisation with the right partners," Jordaan added. "We're now laser-focused on delivering the facilities in India and the USA." SiCx® Technology Edge Sicona's SiCx ® is a non-silane, mechanical Silicon Carbon material that delivers industry-leading electrochemical performance. Unlike silane-based products, which rely on expensive, volatile and emissions-intensive gas processes, Sicona's proprietary method uses inert and safe raw materials, allowing for location-agnostic manufacturing and competitive pricing. Furthermore, SiCx® makes no compromise in key specifications and performance. SiCx ® has been engineered to directly tackle two major barriers to EV adoption: limited range and long charge times. When blended with graphite (typically in proportions of 5–20%+), SiCx ® boosts energy density by over 20% and cuts charge times by more than 40%, all while maintaining compatibility with today's lithium-ion battery manufacturing lines. These improvements contribute meaningfully to reducing carbon emissions in transport, while also diversifying the critical minerals supply chain away from high-risk, concentrated regions and inputs. Himadri: A World-Class Manufacturing Partner With over 30 years of manufacturing excellence, Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd brings deep experience, robust infrastructure and global distribution capabilities to the partnership. Operating eight zero-liquid discharge pitch facilities and with product availability in around 56 countries, Himadri has established itself as a key player in the advanced materials value chain. "This collaboration marks a turning point in the world's advanced battery materials journey," said Mr. Anurag Choudhary, Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. "Sicona's SiCx ® delivers two core advantages—higher energy density for longer driving range, and faster charging capability that dramatically reduces wait time for EV users." "By integrating Sicona's technological might with Himadri's global scale and operational excellence, we are creating a blueprint for innovation-led clean energy leadership. We are throwing all our resources behind this project to get it operational on an accelerated timeline." Global Impact: From Pilot Plant to Global Leader This agreement is the latest in a string of strategic milestones for Sicona, which recently announced plans to build a 6,500tpa commercial production facility in the southeastern United States with long-term plans to expand capacity there to 26,500 tpa on a single site. With demand from EV manufacturers continuing to surge, Sicona is now positioned to scale rapidly across three continents—leveraging both direct operations and high-value partnerships to drive global impact. "We thank Himadri for their unwavering belief in our team, our technology, and our mission," said Jordaan. "Despite challenging capital markets, we are forging ahead, delivering on our goal to be the largest global producer of Si/C materials. This is how we win in climate tech, through smart partnerships, fast execution, and solutions that scale globally." About Sicona Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Wollongong, Australia, Sicona is a next-generation battery materials company developing and commercializing advanced Silicon Carbon (Si/C) anode materials. SiCx®, Sicona's flagship product, delivers breakthrough energy density and charging speed for lithium-ion batteries at industry leading cost and scale. Sicona's mission is delivering high-performance battery materials at mass-market scale, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. About Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd is a global speciality chemical conglomerate with a strong focus on research and development (R&D), innovation and sustainability. As pioneer in the production of lithium-ion battery materials in India, it continuously develops and innovates raw materials of lithium-ion battery value chain. It's diverse product portfolio includes speciality carbon black, coal tar pitch, refined naphthalene, advance materials, SNF, speciality oils, clean power, etc. catering to various industries such as lithium-ion batteries, paints, plastics, tyres, technical rubber goods, aluminium, graphite electrodes, agrochemicals, defence and construction chemicals. Himadri operates in both domestic and international markets, with its products available in around 56 countries across the globe. With a strong commitment to corporate governance, safety and sustainability, it has 8 zero-liquid discharge manufacturing facilities and utilizes in-house clean power for 100% of its electrical energy needs. Himadri is a people first organization and is making a positive impact on the industry, both in India and globally through its focus on innovation fuelled by extensive R&D, new business opportunities and sustainability.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Sicona Signs Transformational Licensing Agreement with Himadri to Scale SiCx® Production
AU$15M investment to accelerate global commercialisation of SiCx® anode technology SYDNEY, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sicona, a leading innovator in next-generation battery materials, today announced a landmark strategic partnership and technology licensing agreement with Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd (BSE: 500184 | NSE: HSCL), one of the foremost specialty chemical conglomerates in India. The deal includes AU$15 million cornerstone investment by Himadri and marks a pivotal milestone in the commercialisation of Sicona's flagship Silicon Carbon anode material, SiCx®. The proceeds will be used to expand Sicona's pilot plant operations in Australia and scale up production to meet surging demand for sampling materials from major global cell manufacturers who service the electric vehicle (EV), 3C (consumer electronics, communications and computers), defence and space industries, who are actively qualifying SiCx® for next-generation battery platforms. Licensing Deal Overview: Accelerating Global Production Under the agreement, Himadri will licence the full suite of intellectual property required to establish and operate a SiCx® production facility in India. The plant, which will be fully funded by Himadri, is being fast-tracked to meet rising global demand. Sales from the facility will be targeted primarily in the automotive sector—positioning Himadri and Sicona at the centre of global EV supply chains. "This deal is transformative for Sicona," said Christiaan Jordaan, CEO and Co-Founder of Sicona. "This partnership enables us to commercialise SiCx® at an unprecedented speed and scale, without shouldering the burden of the first-of-a-kind (FOAK) facility funding alone." Himadri's manufacturing pedigree and global reach make them the ideal partner." Strategic Benefits: Cost-Effective Global Commercialisation For Sicona, this licensing model offers a capital-light pathway to revenue generation, accelerating its timeline to commercial scale production. Royalties from SiCx® sales in India will provide a steady income stream, while Sicona focuses on delivering its own large-scale facilities—cementing Sicona's position as a global leader in Silicon Carbon (Si/C) anode materials. "This partnership proves that early-stage climate tech startups can overcome the challenges of FOAK commercialisation with the right partners," Jordaan added. "We're now laser-focused on delivering the facilities in India and the USA." SiCx® Technology Edge Sicona's SiCx® is a non-silane, mechanical Silicon Carbon material that delivers industry-leading electrochemical performance. Unlike silane-based products, which rely on expensive, volatile and emissions-intensive gas processes, Sicona's proprietary method uses inert and safe raw materials, allowing for location-agnostic manufacturing and competitive pricing. Furthermore, SiCx® makes no compromise in key specifications and performance. SiCx® has been engineered to directly tackle two major barriers to EV adoption: limited range and long charge times. When blended with graphite (typically in proportions of 5–20%+), SiCx® boosts energy density by over 20% and cuts charge times by more than 40%, all while maintaining compatibility with today's lithium-ion battery manufacturing lines. These improvements contribute meaningfully to reducing carbon emissions in transport, while also diversifying the critical minerals supply chain away from high-risk, concentrated regions and inputs. Himadri: A World-Class Manufacturing Partner With over 30 years of manufacturing excellence, Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd brings deep experience, robust infrastructure and global distribution capabilities to the partnership. Operating eight zero-liquid discharge pitch facilities and with product availability in around 56 countries, Himadri has established itself as a key player in the advanced materials value chain. "This collaboration marks a turning point in the world's advanced battery materials journey," said Mr. Anurag Choudhary, Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. "Sicona's SiCx® delivers two core advantages—higher energy density for longer driving range, and faster charging capability that dramatically reduces wait time for EV users." "By integrating Sicona's technological might with Himadri's global scale and operational excellence, we are creating a blueprint for innovation-led clean energy leadership. We are throwing all our resources behind this project to get it operational on an accelerated timeline." Global Impact: From Pilot Plant to Global Leader This agreement is the latest in a string of strategic milestones for Sicona, which recently announced plans to build a 6,500tpa commercial production facility in the southeastern United States with long-term plans to expand capacity there to 26,500 tpa on a single site. With demand from EV manufacturers continuing to surge, Sicona is now positioned to scale rapidly across three continents—leveraging both direct operations and high-value partnerships to drive global impact. "We thank Himadri for their unwavering belief in our team, our technology, and our mission," said Jordaan. "Despite challenging capital markets, we are forging ahead, delivering on our goal to be the largest global producer of Si/C materials. This is how we win in climate tech, through smart partnerships, fast execution, and solutions that scale globally." About Sicona Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Wollongong, Australia, Sicona is a next-generation battery materials company developing and commercializing advanced Silicon Carbon (Si/C) anode materials. SiCx®, Sicona's flagship product, delivers breakthrough energy density and charging speed for lithium-ion batteries at industry leading cost and scale. Sicona's mission is delivering high-performance battery materials at mass-market scale, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. About Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd is a global speciality chemical conglomerate with a strong focus on research and development (R&D), innovation and sustainability. As pioneer in the production of lithium-ion battery materials in India, it continuously develops and innovates raw materials of lithium-ion battery value chain. It's diverse product portfolio includes speciality carbon black, coal tar pitch, refined naphthalene, advance materials, SNF, speciality oils, clean power, etc. catering to various industries such as lithium-ion batteries, paints, plastics, tyres, technical rubber goods, aluminium, graphite electrodes, agrochemicals, defence and construction chemicals. Himadri operates in both domestic and international markets, with its products available in around 56 countries across the globe. With a strong commitment to corporate governance, safety and sustainability, it has 8 zero-liquid discharge manufacturing facilities and utilizes in-house clean power for 100% of its electrical energy needs. Himadri is a people first organization and is making a positive impact on the industry, both in India and globally through its focus on innovation fuelled by extensive R&D, new business opportunities and sustainability. ENDS For more information, interview requests or images please contact Julian O'Brien, Sicona PR and Comms manager, +61 419 155 376 or jobrien@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sicona Battery Technologies Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
