Legacy Department of Trade & Industry
Integrals Power is undertaking a feasibility study to scale up the production of **phosphate-based cathode materials** for next-generation electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The project will focus on both **lithium iron phosphate (LFP)** and **lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP)**, with the latter offering significant performance improvements. By incorporating manganese, LMFP achieves around **20% higher energy density** than standard LFP, while maintaining the safety, durability, and cost benefits that make phosphate chemistries attractive for a wide range of battery applications.
This study will explore the transition from Integrals Power's current **20 tonnes per year pilot production line** to a **100 tonnes per year demonstration facility**, with engineering readiness for a future **1,000 tonnes per year commercial line** in the UK. The project will involve collaboration with engineering specialists to design a scalable and efficient manufacturing process, ensuring that production methods are cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally sustainable.
The feasibility study will also include performance validation of LMFP materials at larger battery cell formats, working with partners across the **automotive, maritime, and defence sectors**. These sectors are increasingly seeking safe, high-performance, and affordable battery solutions to support the transition to **zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)** and other clean energy technologies.
By developing a domestic capability for LMFP and LFP manufacturing, this project directly supports the UK's ambition to build a resilient and competitive battery supply chain. Today, most global LMFP and LFP production is concentrated in Asia, and establishing UK-based manufacturing will reduce reliance on imports, create skilled jobs, and ensure security of supply for UK industry.
If successful, the outcomes of this feasibility study will provide the foundation for a major investment in a UK manufacturing facility. This would represent a significant step forward in strengthening the UK's industrial base for electric vehicle batteries, delivering environmental benefits by reducing critical raw material dependence and lowering lifecycle emissions. Ultimately, the project will help position the UK as a leader in sustainable battery technology for the global clean transport transition.
IPL will take advantage of its developed, (10 ton/year) battery material pilot line to develop LFP/LFMP material samples for pre-commercialisation purposes (delivering samples to off-takers / strategic partners to assess and test IPL battery materials). IPL has already signed Material Evaluation Agreement with partners to assess IPL materials for potential strategic involvements. The advanced material is capable of overcoming the State of the Art, based on the demonstrated superior features including, 40-50C maximum discharge rate with ~88% of capacity retention at 10C discharge rate.
VEBO's LFP/LFMP material customers are EV Giga-factories and cell manufacturers that require reliable, higher performance material to improve their current LFP/LFMP cells at a competitive price.
The overall product value propositions for end-users and taxpayers include:
* Higher power density and discharge rate
* ~30% lower cost (or ~30% more capacity)
* 20% less weight & material consumption
* ~3 times more capacity in cold temperatures, at high discharge rates
* Safety & reliability
* Security of supply
* High rate recovery (great cathode for fast charge anodes)
IPL's incredible expertise and skills has been established to mature the technology and bring the solution to the market, with a great expected impact for end-users, suppliers and the environment. The expected outcomes are verified and test LFP/LFMP material samples based on 10 ton/year pilot line, logical extension of the business strategy, securing off-takers and further expansion which will contribute to the maximisation of revenues, operational growth and competitive position strengthen in EV battery sector.
VEBO project will pave the way for joint business venture between UK partners for the manufacture and deployment of an environmentally clean and affordable LFP/LFMP battery material. This will contribute to climate change mitigation, security of supply, job creation, economical growth and consequently, UK Government's net zero target plan by 2050\.
The HiCAM project is a cutting-edge initiative proposed to scale up and demonstrate high-performance, low-cost lithium manganese iron phosphate (L(M)FP) battery materials and cells. This includes development of first of a kind L(M)FP cathode which offers rich manganese composition (up to 80%). This ambitious goal will be achieved by integrating improved L(M)FP materials, developed by Integral Power, into battery cell prototypes. These prototypes will be rigorously tested and evaluated by Cranfield University as well as potential customers to accelerate commercialisation.
The advanced L(M)FP material benefit from manganese composition improvement, coating enhancement as well as by-product recycled materials. This unlocks a significant leap beyond current industry standards and boasts superior features such as a 10% increase in energy density compared to conventional LFP cathodes at a competitive price.
HiCAM's target customers include EV gigafactories and cell manufacturers seeking reliable, high-performance L(M)FP materials to enhance their existing cells at a competitive price point.
Value Propositions for end users and Stakeholders include:
* >10% Boost in Energy Density: Providing improved performance compared to traditional LFP cathodes.
* ~30% Lower Cost: Delivering either ~30% more capacity or significantly reduced costs.
* 20% Reduction in Weight and Material Consumption: Enabling more efficient and sustainable designs for cell/packs.
* Enhanced Safety and Reliability: Nickel and cobalt free cathodes
* Secured Supply Chains: Offering dependable sourcing options for critical battery components.
A Collaborative Consortium:
The project is supported by a robust consortium comprising experts with diverse skills and experience. This collective effort is focused on advancing the technology and bringing it to market, resulting in significant benefits for end-users, suppliers, and the environment.
The anticipated outcomes include:
* First of a kind, next-generation L(M)FP battery cell with rich manganese composition.
* Strategic alignment with business goals and scientific advancements.
* Contributions to the development of L(M)FP cathode pilot plant.
* Accelerated commercialisation and operational growth.
* Strengthening of competitive positioning within the EV battery market in the UK/EU.
* Customer feedback and evaluation, resulting in optimised battery cathode products.
Broader Impact:
The HiCAM project is set to pave the way for a joint business venture among UK partners, focusing on the production and deployment of environmentally friendly and cost-effective L(M)FP battery materials and cells. This effort will directly support climate change mitigation, enhance supply chain security, create jobs, and drive economic growth. Moreover, it aligns with the UK Government’s net-zero carbon emissions target for 2050, contributing to a sustainable and prosperous future.
NEXLFP, is a highly innovative project aiming at developing, scaling up and demonstrating high capacity, high discharge rate and low-cost LFP battery material and cell. This will be achieved based on the functionalised LFP (developed by Integrals Power) material fitted in high-current pouch cells for LFP performance demonstration which will be tested and evaluated by CU. The advanced material is capable of overcoming the State of the Art, based on the demonstrated superior features including, 40-50C maximum discharge rate with ~88% of capacity retention at 10C discharge rate.
NEXLFP's LFP material customers are EV Giga-factories and cell manufacturers that require reliable, higher performance LFP material to improve their current LFP cells at a competitive price.
The overall product value propositions for end-users and taxpayers include:
* Higher power density and discharge rate
* ~30% lower cost (or ~30% more capacity)
* 20% less weight & material consumption
* ~3 times more capacity in cold temperatures, at high discharge rates
* Safety & reliability
* Security of supply
A strong consortium that comprises incredible expertise and skills has been established to mature the technology and bring the solution to the market, with a great expected impact for end-users, suppliers and the environment. The expected outcomes are a next-generation LFP battery cell, logical extension of the business strategy and scientific achievement of the consortium which will contribute to the maximisation of revenues, operational growth and competitive position strengthen in EV battery sector.
NEXLFP project will pave the way for joint business venture between UK partners for the manufacture and deployment of an environmentally clean and affordable LFP battery material and cell. This will contribute to climate change mitigation, security of supply, job creation, economical growth and consequently, UK Government's net zero target plan by 2050\.
The need for a resilient, agile and reliable energy storage is critical for the growth of the economy and its decarbonisation of infrastructure. Developed and developing countries both have their own challenges to address; while the cost of battery packs are significant for developed countries, reliable energy access is what developing countries require to flourish. Successful deployment of off-grid solutions that don't rely on the national grid(unreliable and limited) is one of the main identified solutions to overcome this problem. Having said that, off-grid solutions are highly dependent on batteries which currently come with severe limitations: they are non-affordable, environmentally unfriendly and unreliable under harsh climatic conditions & hot temperature.
The outcome of this project will a 8KWh,48V battery pack and three 1.8KWh,12V modular, upgradable and portable battery modules/packs which will be tailored to Mozambican market needs and its high renewable energy source(specifically irradiance) opportunities. NexGen aims to improve accessibility in remote locations, reduce CO2 emission by 20%, reduce battery pack costs by 30% and reduce cost of ownership by 20% by taking advantage of its reusable and recyclable battery pack design.
Advanced Battery Cell(ABC), is a highly innovative project aiming at developing and demonstrating the next-generation, fast charge/discharge and high capacity battery cell for civil aviation and Urban Air transport applications.
Integrals Power Limited (IPL) has successfully developed an advanced 2D Carbon cathode material for LFP battery cells. IPL has developed a proof-of-concept battery cell capable of offering the highest charging and discharging rate, (80% of its overall capacity in 10 minutes), optimised energy density and improved safety level unlike any other on the market. IPL's battery cells will be integrated into battery packs to deliver the best solution to electric vehicle manufacturers, electric devised produces, electric scooters, end-users and public service providers to enable the large scale adoption of greener and cheaper transportation medium.
This project will be focusing on optimisation of IPL's current battery materials, ageing behavior and designing a scaled up battery cell(Pouch or Cylindrical) with superior features, specifically for EV and E-scooter sector. EV and Electric scooter mobility have witnessed an unprecedented demand after COVID-19 pandemic, as shared mobility and public transportation systems are no longer a safer option for urban travelling and commuting. This Eco-friendly alternative is critically battery dependent, and still struggling with adopting solutions capable of super-fast charging (currently the time needed is a few hours). This is particularly true for EV, which main reason preventing the large-scale adoption is the long time required for charging, that is still a great limitation in such a time-poverty condition for many citizens and workers.
The outcome of this project is to accelerate the development stages and pave the way for future joint business ventures between UK industry and other global battery management system manufacturers. This will contribute to job creation, climate change mitigation, and consequently an improved and reliable battery for many applications which can be useful in situations similar to COVID-19 pandemic. Our fully developed innovation is expected to disrupt the market and contribute significantly to the greatest shift in our economies and habits, moving from an old carbon-fossil based transportation scenario to a zero-emissions one. With the use of phosphates instead of cobalt, we are enabling the manufacture of a more affordable product (which avoids cobalt's cost) and a greener solution (avoiding environmental concerns, related to cobalt entering the environment through improper disposal).
Integrals Power Limited(IPL) aims to tackle key challenges on the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) battery cells by proposing next-generation, optimised Lithium-Ion cathode materials; exploring new replacements for currently utilised solvents offering more environmentally desired alternatives and features.
The proposed developments will be achieved by:
* Techno-Economic Analysis(TEA) and market studies to detect customer value proposition and improve the technical & economic performance of designed solution
* Developing a specification for UPS battery requirements.
* Implementing 1D & 3D electrochemical models and using IPL's experimental results to optimise battery material parameters for different types of cell.
* Simulating IPL's next-generation LFP battery cell for UPS, including but not limited to chemical, heat generation flux, electrical, performance, temperature prediction, resistance, SOC, charge & discharge, estimated aging and capacity
UPS-LFP battery technology can improve & facilitate electricity accessibility during power outage and decrease UPS battery costs(35%) by offering higher energy density battery cells compared to other products in the market, as well as utilising only 70% of material in comparison with the same battery cell technology in the market. This project will result in the accelerated technical development of UPS-LFP technology. Outputs of this project will yield, in an optimised battery cell for UPS with fast charge & discharge and cost-effective features. Further outputs following this project include establishing UK jobs, putting UK industry in a technical advantage in LFP battery sector and enabling access to wider markets for UK based SME's. This project will also contribute towards climate change mitigation and consequently an improved and reliable electricity backup for situations similar to COVID-19 pandemic.