Factorial Expands Solid-State Drone Battery Partnerships Across Three Continents New collaborations aim to improve drone endurance, power, and cold-weather performance for commercial and defense applications Battery technology company Factorial Energy announced a series of new partnerships focused on integrating next-generation batteries into drone systems across the United … [Read more...] about The Drone Industry’s Battery Problem Has a New Challenger
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Tulip Tech Expands European UAV Battery Production with New Investment
Dutch battery company aims to strengthen drone supply chains and extend mission endurance European drone battery company Tulip Tech announced a new strategic investment this week as demand grows for non-Chinese drone components and stronger regional supply chains. The company said the investment comes from Parcom and Keen Venture Partners. Tulip Tech plans to use the funding … [Read more...] about Tulip Tech Expands European UAV Battery Production with New Investment
Buffalo’s Natrion Rolls Out NDAA-Compliant Drone Battery Cells
The Buffalo-based battery materials company debuts NDAA-compliant pouch cells with up to 80% more energy density than standard Li-ion. Natrion has launched defense-optimized battery cells for uncrewed systems including drones, surface and underwater vessels, ground vehicles, and humanoids. The Buffalo, New York-based company announced the new product lines on May 14, 2026. The … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Natrion Rolls Out NDAA-Compliant Drone Battery Cells
Amprius Taps Intralink for South Korea Drone Battery Push
The Silicon Valley battery maker brings on a Seoul-based business development team to chase OEM and pack-maker deals across Korea's drone, robotics, and mobility sectors. Amprius Technologies has appointed international business development consultancy Intralink to deepen its presence in South Korea. The Silicon Valley battery maker announced the engagement on May 11, 2026. … [Read more...] about Amprius Taps Intralink for South Korea Drone Battery Push
Titan Batteries Opens European Drone Battery Plant in Tilburg
The Idaho-based UAV power supplier becomes the first major drone battery maker to operate full-scale production on two continents. Titan Batteries has opened its flagship European production facility in Tilburg, the Netherlands. The Pocatello, Idaho-based company announced the launch on May 2, 2026, International Drone Day. The new plant sits on the Energy Conversion Campus on … [Read more...] about Titan Batteries Opens European Drone Battery Plant in Tilburg
