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Expansion15 Jul 2026, 06:30 pm

Archean Chemical's Investee Inaugurates UK Battery Pilot Facility

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Archean Chemical Industries Ltd announced a significant development concerning its investment in Offgrid Energy Labs Inc. Offgrid has inaugurated its first Zinc Bromide based battery (ZincGel®) pilot manufacturing facility, a 10 MWh demonstration line, in Hook, Hampshire, United Kingdom. This marks the transition of Offgrid's proprietary ZincGel® technology from laboratory innovation to commercial pilot-scale production. The facility aligns with Archean Chemical's strategic objective of investing in Offgrid and establishes a foundation for future large-scale battery manufacturing, including a planned gigafactory in India. There is no additional financial commitment from Archean Chemical arising from this development. The ZincGel® technology is designed for long-duration stationary energy storage applications.

Key Highlights

  • Offgrid Energy Labs Inc. inaugurated its first Zinc Bromide battery pilot manufacturing facility in the UK.
  • The facility is a 10 MWh demonstration line for ZincGel® technology.
  • This development is part of Archean Chemical's investment in Offgrid.
  • No additional financial commitment from Archean Chemical is required.
  • Establishes a foundation for future large-scale battery manufacturing.