Samsung SDI, the South Korean battery manufacturer, has expanded its research and development capabilities by opening a new battery research centre in China. The SDI China Research and Development Center (SDIRC) will focus on building partnerships with local universities and research institutes to develop core battery technologies, as well as discovering new functional and affordable materials.
The move is part of Samsung SDI’s broader strategy to leverage global technological competence and talent pools to enhance its technological competitiveness. The company aims to strengthen its position as a leading battery manufacturer by investing in research and development capacities around the globe.
Samsung SDI President and CEO Choi Yoon-ho stated, “By leveraging global technological competence and talent pools, we will further bolster our pursuit of outstanding technological competitiveness.”
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This announcement comes shortly after Samsung SDI committed to supplying General Motors with cylindrical battery cells and announced plans to construct a joint battery factory with the company in the USA. However, the company is not limiting itself to the USA. Samsung SDI also announced a battery manufacturing facility in Hungary in January, and plans to invest in research and development capacities globally.
The new research centre in Shanghai will enable Samsung SDI to tap into China’s growing demand for electric vehicles and battery technology. With China being the world’s largest electric vehicle market, Samsung SDI is strategically positioning itself to take advantage of this growing market by developing cutting-edge battery technology.
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The SDI China Research and Development Center will undoubtedly boost Samsung SDI’s research capabilities and help the company to maintain its position as a global leader in battery manufacturing. With the increasing demand for electric vehicles, investing in research and development is crucial to stay ahead of the competition and meet the evolving needs of the market.
