With the rapid development of new energy vehicles, the lithium-ion battery industry has entered a period of accelerated growth. Since 2009, the lithium battery market has consistently shown positive growth, with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) becoming increasingly popular. Major players from various industries have been actively acquiring companies involved in lithium, nickel, cobalt, and other critical raw materials, as well as cathode materials, anode materials, separators, and electrolytes.
This article highlights ten major M&A deals in the domestic lithium battery material sector this year, focusing on the four key components: cathode materials, anode materials, separators, and raw materials such as lithium carbonate and cobalt.
**Cathode Materials**
1. **Yuf Shares plans to acquire a 49% stake in Zhihang New Energy for 1.08 billion yuan.**
Yuf Shares, known for polyester industrial silk and lithium batteries, aims to strengthen its position in the power battery market by acquiring a significant stake in Zhihang New Energy. The latter specializes in the design, R&D, and production of lithium battery cathode materials and battery systems. This acquisition will allow Yuf Shares to expand its presence in the electric vehicle industry.
**Anode Materials**
2. **China Keke plans to acquire 100% equity in Greit for up to 240 million yuan.**
China Keke, a manufacturer of industrial equipment, is looking to enhance its supply chain in the lithium battery industry by acquiring Greit, a company specializing in graphitization of anode materials. This move is expected to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their production processes.
**Separators**
3. **Jinguang Electric plans to acquire 100% equity in Hongtu Diaphragm for 1.476 billion yuan.**
Jinguang Electric, a leader in smart grid technology, is expanding into the lithium battery sector by acquiring Hongtu Diaphragm, a top supplier of high-quality lithium battery separators. This acquisition supports Jinguang’s strategic shift toward new energy solutions.
4. **Changyuan Group plans to acquire an 80% stake in Lixin Material for 1.92 billion yuan.**
Changyuan Group, a diversified industrial company, is strengthening its foothold in the lithium battery materials market by acquiring Lixin Material, a leading producer of wet separators. This acquisition aligns with Changyuan’s strategy to develop electric vehicle-related materials.
5. **Innovation Shares plans to acquire 100% equity in Shanghai Enjie for 5.55 billion yuan.**
Innovation Shares, primarily in packaging and printing, is making a bold move into the lithium battery separator market by acquiring Shanghai Enjie. This transaction will help the company diversify its business and tap into the growing demand for advanced battery technologies.
**Raw Materials**
6. **Meritus Technology plans to acquire 50.25% equity in Tianjin Maoli for 533 million yuan.**
Meritus Technology, a provider of electrical equipment, is expanding its presence in the cobalt supply chain by acquiring a significant stake in Tianjin Maoli. This acquisition ensures a stable supply of raw materials for its subsidiary, Yacheng.
7. **Yongxing Special Steel plans to acquire 67.91% equity in Lithium Industries for 622 million yuan.**
Yongxing Special Steel, a steel manufacturer, is entering the lithium battery materials sector by acquiring a majority stake in Lithium Industries, a producer of battery-grade lithium carbonate. This move supports the company’s long-term strategy in new energy materials.
8. **Sino-Portuguese Shares plans to acquire 100% equity in Guo'an Lithium for 2.708 billion yuan.**
Sino-Portuguese Shares, traditionally in the wine industry, is transitioning into the lithium battery sector by acquiring Guo'an Lithium, a major producer of battery-grade lithium carbonate. This acquisition marks a strategic shift for the company.
9. **Meidu Energy plans to acquire 98.51% equity in Ruifu Lithium for up to 3.596 billion yuan.**
Meidu Energy, a diversified investment firm, is expanding into the lithium industry by acquiring a controlling stake in Ruifu Lithium. This deal strengthens its position in the upstream segment of the lithium battery supply chain.
10. **Nandu Power plans to acquire 49% equity in Huabo Technology for 1.96 billion yuan.**
Nandu Power, a manufacturer of batteries and fuel cells, is enhancing its supply chain by acquiring a minority stake in Huabo Technology, a leading producer of lead products. This acquisition supports Nandu’s focus on lithium battery recycling and circular economy initiatives.
These transactions reflect the increasing importance of vertical integration in the lithium battery industry, as companies seek to secure raw materials, enhance production capabilities, and gain a competitive edge in the fast-growing new energy market.
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