Gelion also said the MTA “materially increases” the penetration of its technology in EV applications. Credit: Gelion plc

Gelion has finalised a material transfer agreement (MTA) allowing an undisclosed “top 15” international automotive OEM to test its Nano-Encapsulated Sulfur (NES) cathode architecture.

The firm will deliver its advanced sulphur cathode components, prepared electrodes, and compatible liquid electrolyte to the automotive group.

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Gelion’s NES technology is designed as an economical active cathode substance derived from plentiful raw sulphur.

The manufacturer is expected to test these materials across various prospective electric vehicle battery systems, incorporating both solid-state and liquid electrolyte cell designs.

Testing will encompass configurations suited to graphitic as well as lithium metal anodes, addressing both premium and volume EV segments.

The arrangement further permits the carmaker to explore the broader utility of the platform.

Gelion stated that the agreement expands industry validation of its technology for transport applications, running alongside ongoing evaluations with other vehicle manufacturers.

According to the company, the architecture offers the “potential to be a drop-in cathode material for existing battery production lines without major re-tooling”.

The group noted that the partnership “materially increases” the adoption of its proprietary systems across the entire spectrum of lithium-sulphur battery chemistries.

Gelion indicated that the transaction reflects growing commercial interest and operational traction among global vehicle producers pursuing next-generation EV power units.

Gelion CEO Matt Wood added: “Our priority markets are commercial & defence drones, EVs and devices. We are now working with a number of major global automotive OEMs. Today’s announcement marks further progress towards the adoption of our technology and the generation of commercial revenues via funded programmes and eventually license and royalty revenue in the global EV market, alongside some of the industry’s leading companies.

“The growing engagement from global EV manufacturers reinforces the potential and attractiveness of our NES technology. This momentum is also mirrored in our agreements and partnerships across drones and devices, while our work with Tier 1 materials suppliers is advancing the scale-up of our unique, patented battery materials.”