Cadoux Ltd and the SAFELOOP consortium have surpassed key performance and recycling targets in lithium-ion battery development, marking a world-first in commercial-scale use of recycled active materials enhanced by Cadoux's premiumHPA®. This breakthrough advances the pathway to gigafactory production and strengthens Cadoux's position in the EV battery supply chain.
- SAFELOOP exceeds lithium-ion battery performance and recycling benchmarks
- Cadoux’s premiumHPA® nanoparticle boosts battery cell durability
- First gigafactory-scale production planned using recycled active materials
- ASPİLSAN prepares 18650 cell manufacturing with Cadoux’s technology
- Milestone reduces commercial risk and validates Cadoux’s battery market potential
SAFELOOP Consortium Breaks New Ground in Battery Recycling
The European Gen3 lithium-ion battery development consortium SAFELOOP, with Cadoux Ltd (ASX:CCM) as a key partner, has hit two major industry milestones that push the boundaries of battery technology and sustainability. For the first time, large-format lithium-ion battery cells have been successfully qualified using fully recycled active materials; including cathode, electrode, and electrolyte components; while surpassing performance targets.
These recycled materials were enhanced with Cadoux’s proprietary nanoparticle premiumHPA®, which played a critical role in achieving outstanding battery cell performance during extensive qualification testing. The cells retained approximately 85% of their capacity after more than 1,000 charge cycles, a benchmark that underscores the durability and reliability of these advanced materials under real-world conditions.
Pathway to Gigafactory-Scale Production with ASPİLSAN
Beyond lab success, SAFELOOP’s commercial partner ASPİLSAN is already preparing for factory-scale production of 18650 cylindrical battery cells incorporating Cadoux’s premiumHPA®. This development is believed to be the world’s first gigafactory manufacturing facility to integrate recycled active materials within a circular battery supply chain, signaling a significant leap toward sustainable, large-scale EV battery manufacturing.
This transition from pilot-scale validation to industrial-scale production de-risks Cadoux’s commercial prospects, providing valuable technical validation and positioning the company to leverage growing global gigafactory capacity. Cadoux’s Managing Director Roland Hill highlighted that this milestone confirms the compatibility of premiumHPA® with established battery manufacturing processes and its suitability for high-performance applications, paving the way for future customer engagement and commercial opportunities.
Strategic Positioning in the Expanding EV Battery Market
Cadoux’s premiumHPA® is increasingly recognised as a critical input for high-tech battery components, particularly as a separator material that enhances power, safety, and functionality in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The company’s innovative production process delivers 99.999% purity alumina at sustainable costs, supported by government backing and poised for staged commercial development in Western Australia.
Alongside its lithium-ion battery ambitions, Cadoux is advancing its rare earth minerals processing through the Minhub project in Darwin, aiming to supply critical magnet feed materials essential for EV motors. This dual focus on high purity alumina and rare earths aligns with Australia’s strategic critical minerals objectives and positions Cadoux as a growing player in the electrification supply chain.
With SAFELOOP’s breakthrough and ASPİLSAN’s imminent production plans, Cadoux is navigating a pivotal moment that could accelerate its commercialisation trajectory amid soaring demand for sustainable EV battery materials.
Bottom Line?
The SAFELOOP milestone validates Cadoux’s premiumHPA® in real-world battery manufacturing and sets the stage for commercial scale-up, but actual production volumes and contract wins remain key near-term indicators to watch.
Questions in the middle?
- How quickly will ASPİLSAN ramp up gigafactory production using recycled materials?
- What commercial agreements might Cadoux secure following this technical validation?
- Can Cadoux’s premiumHPA® maintain performance consistency across larger production runs?