What Is the Future Path for Korean Batteries?... SNE Research to Host KABC 2025 Next Month

Energy market research firm SNE Research announced that it will host the 16th Korea Advanced Battery Conference (KABC) 2025 at the EL Tower in Yangjae-dong, Seoul, on September 17-18.

On the first day, September 17, Shin Youngjun, Distinguished Professor at Gachon University, will deliver a keynote speech on "The Present and Future Path of Korea's Secondary Batteries." Kwangju Kim, CEO of SNE Research, will give a presentation titled "Survival Strategies for Korean Batteries Through Chinese Benchmarks."

Following this, LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, and Chinese battery company CALB will each present their battery strategies and trends in next-generation battery development. Fred Lee, Chairman of the National Alliance for Advanced Technology Batteries (NAATBatt) in the United States, will also deliver a lecture on "Analysis, Outlook, and Opportunities in U.S. Battery Industry Policy."

Additionally, Hanwha Aerospace will discuss trends in the development of hydrogen fuel cells and battery systems for ships. SNE Research Vice President Dooyeon Lee will present on the current status of next-generation battery technology development and strategies for expanding applications.

On September 18, POSCO Holdings will introduce POSCO Group's secondary battery materials business, while Daejoo Electronic Materials will outline the development direction of its silicon anode materials business. Anna Lee, a researcher at Yuanta Securities, will present an analysis of the current state of the battery industry and strategies to overcome challenges.

Junggang Oh, CEO of Enchem, will introduce strategies for next-generation battery electrolyte business development by electrolyte companies. Imerys will discuss the evolution of conductive additives for high-performance batteries; Philenergy will present laser-based manufacturing equipment technology; Hyosung Heavy Industries will provide an overview of the global energy storage system (ESS) business; and LS Electric will introduce direct current distributed digital solutions.

Those wishing to participate can register on the official SNE Research website until September 12.

An SNE Research representative stated, "KABC 2025 will serve as a venue to discuss strategies for Korean companies in the rapidly changing global battery industry," adding, "It will be a valuable opportunity for participants to gain insights and network directly with industry leaders."

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