A strategic partnership between Stryten Energy and Dragonfly Energy will see the ’Battle Born Batteries’ brand enter new consumer markets, while bolstering domestic lithium battery production.
The automotive manufacturing landscape is undergoing a significant shift, driven by the relentless pursuit of clean and sustainable mobility solutions. In a recent development, US producer of advanced energy storage solutions, Stryten Energy has joined forces with green energy storage firm, Dragonfly Energy, to forge a sustainability-focused partnership with implications for automotive production.
The partnership seeks to propel the industry forward by expanding access to quality lithium-ion batteries and fortifying domestic battery production capabilities.
At the heart of the collaboration lies the licensing agreement that grants Stryten exclusive rights to market and globally distribute Dragonfly Energy’s well-regarded ‘Battle Born Batteries’ (BBB) brand across a broad spectrum of business-to-business sectors.
The agreement encompasses domestic contract manufacturing of BBB, positioning Stryten to cater to the increasing demand for lithium-ion batteries in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Stryten President and CEO, Mike Judd, commented: “The addition of Dragonfly Energy’s Battle Born Batteries into our transportation product portfolio provides our customers access to a well-known brand of quality lithium batteries. With this partnership, Stryten now has a complete lithium battery portfolio to meet our customer needs across multiple industries.
“Dragonfly Energy’s mission to produce American-made lithium batteries complements Stryten’s vision to provide our customers access to a domestic supply chain and circular economy for lithium batteries.”
Key benefits for automotive manufacturers:
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Streamlined sourcing |
Automotive OEMs can consolidate their sourcing by obtaining a wider variety of Battle Born Batteries from a single, trusted supplier – Stryten Energy. |
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Enhanced performance and reliability |
Integrating Battle Born Batteries – known for their durability and longevity – into electric vehicles (EVs) can lead to improved vehicle performance and extended range. |
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Domestic production and sustainability |
The partnership supports the development of a strong domestic lithium battery supply chain, reducing reliance on foreign sources and promoting environmentally sustainable practices. |
Dragonfly Energy’s CEO, Dr. Denis Phares, added: “At Dragonfly Energy, we’re incredibly proud to see the Battle Born Batteries brand take this leap forward into new end markets. The love and trust our customers have placed in our products has been humbling, and the potential to see our lithium batteries on shelves at major retailers, alongside other leading brands’ components, not only is a testament to their enduring quality but makes them more accessible to consumers nationwide.
“We believe that Stryten’s extensive reach and shared commitment to innovation will make this agreement the beginning of a truly mutually beneficial relationship, and we’re confident it will unlock increased growth for both companies.”
Beyond the immediate benefits, the alliance potentially holds strategic significance for automotive manufacturing in the United States. The partnership paves the way for the integration of Dragonfly Energy’s future lithium battery cell production into Stryten’s assembly facilities. This move strengthens domestic battery manufacturing and supply chain, bolstering US energy independence and advancing the region’s sustainability goals.
By ensuring access to high-performance lithium-ion batteries and fostering domestic production capabilities, the collaboration is just one more step towards a more sustainable automotive manufacturing sector.
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