Lithium Werks Acquires Valence Technologies, Inc.
Summary
Lithium Werks B.V. with its subsidiaries in USA, Europe and China, intends to continue supplying the high quality Valence Modules and Battery Management System to global energy storage customers, as well as introduce new form factors and enhanced Battery Management Systems improving both energy and power densities while extending functionality.“It’s a very complimentary fit with talented people, innovative technologies, world class lithium battery solutions and leading OEM customers.”“This is the first acquisition of Lithium Werks and it immediately provides the company with a strong global presence,” said Knut H. Nylaende, chairman and co-founder.Nylaende is CEO of Xeilon AS a Norwegian private equity group that specializes in providing formation capital for companies with strong management teams and global opportunities.Valence Technologies, Inc. was originally formed in 1989 and is recognized as a global leader in Lithium Iron Phosphate cells, modules and scalable power systems, featuring long lasting, safe and reliable energy solutions.