Core Viewpoint - Nord Shares has signed a three-year supply agreement with Zhongchuang Xinhang to provide a total of 373,000 tons of lithium battery copper foil from 2026 to 2028, ensuring stable supply and production capacity utilization for both companies [1][4][5]. Supply Agreement Details - The agreement specifies that Nord's subsidiary, Shenzhen Baijiada New Energy Materials Co., Ltd., will supply 58,000 tons in 2026, 130,000 tons in 2027, and 185,000 tons in 2028, prioritizing Zhongchuang Xinhang's supply needs during capacity constraints [1][4][5]. - This agreement continues the partnership established in February 2025, where a supply of 45,000 tons of copper foil was successfully delivered [5]. Market Context - The price of copper has been on the rise, increasing from 73,000 yuan/ton at the beginning of 2025 to 86,000 yuan/ton currently, with expectations to exceed 90,000 yuan/ton in 2026 [2][5]. - Copper foil accounts for approximately 13% of the total cost of battery production [5]. Product Development and Innovation - Nord Shares is advancing the development of ultra-thin copper foil, with 4.5-micron copper foil reducing battery production costs by approximately 9.3 million yuan per GWh compared to 6-micron foil [2][5]. - The company has developed customized copper foil products for next-generation battery technologies, including nickel-plated alloy foil for solid-state batteries and silicon-carbon anodes [6]. Research and Development - Nord Shares has established a 120-member R&D team and has applied for over 200 patents in collaboration with domestic and international universities and industry experts [6]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive quality management system certified by IATF16949 [6]. Business Expansion - In 2025, Nord Shares continued to expand its business layout, including the establishment of a 400 million yuan energy storage industry fund focused on technology R&D and project implementation [3][6]. - The company currently has an annual copper foil production capacity of 140,000 tons, with plans to reach a global total capacity of 300,000 tons by 2030 [3][6].