CATL(SZ:300750) 起点锂电·2025-09-11 10:11Core Insights - The article highlights the significant investments and developments by CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited) in Xiamen, focusing on the establishment of new production facilities and the expansion of its lithium battery capacity [2][3][4]. Group 1: Investment and Expansion - On September 8, during the 25th China International Investment and Trade Fair in Xiamen, 41 projects were signed, with a total investment of approximately 43.3 billion yuan, including CATL's "High-Performance Lithium Battery Project" [2]. - The High-Performance Lithium Battery Project will cover an area of about 955,000 square meters and is expected to have an annual production capacity of approximately 80 GWh, with an estimated annual output value exceeding 40 billion yuan upon completion [2]. - CATL has invested nearly 40 billion yuan in Xiamen, making it one of the largest investors in the region, with plans for a total production capacity exceeding 160 GWh [5][6]. Group 2: New Company Establishment - On August 20, CATL established Xiamen Times New Energy Power Technology Co., Ltd., with a registered capital of 2 billion yuan, focusing on battery manufacturing and sales [3][4]. - The establishment of this new company is seen as a strategic move to enhance CATL's presence in Xiamen, a hub for the lithium battery industry [4]. Group 3: Production Capacity and Technological Development - CATL's previous investments include the establishment of Xiamen Times New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. in 2021, with an initial investment of 5 billion yuan for a lithium-ion battery production base, which is expected to reach a capacity of 60 GWh [6]. - The company has also partnered with ATL to form Xiamen New Energy, focusing on medium-sized battery applications, with plans for an 18 GWh production base expected to be operational by the end of 2025 [7][8]. - With these developments, CATL has become a leading player in the lightweight power market, significantly increasing its market share in the two-wheeler battery segment [8].