起点锂电·2025-11-24 10:34Core Viewpoint - The 2025 (10th) Qidian Lithium Battery Industry Annual Conference and the Qidian Golden Ding Award Ceremony aims to address industry challenges and showcase technological advancements in lithium batteries and energy storage solutions, while fostering collaboration among industry players [3][4]. Industry Developments - In early 2025, BMW announced the upcoming installation of large cylindrical batteries in 2026, prompting a surge in the industry to develop 46 series large cylindrical batteries [2]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released new safety standards for electric vehicle batteries, sparking widespread discussions on battery performance [2]. - Several companies have begun mass production of full-tab cylindrical batteries, which are expected to find applications in electric vehicles, power tools, and smart home devices due to their high rate and long lifespan advantages [2]. - Solid-state batteries continue to gain attention for their high safety and energy density, maintaining high interest levels in 2025 [2]. Storage Sector Insights - The cancellation of mandatory energy storage policies by the government has raised concerns about future demand for storage batteries [2]. - The 314Ah battery is gradually replacing the 280Ah as the mainstream cell, with companies like CATL and EVE Energy releasing cells with capacities exceeding 500Ah, indicating a trend towards larger capacity storage cells [2]. - The U.S. tariff policy imposed in 2025 has impacted the global energy storage industry [2]. Emerging Applications - The debut of humanoid robots at the Spring Festival Gala in early 2025 has spurred interest in batteries for humanoid robots, leading various battery companies to explore this new direction [2]. - New low-altitude economy policies are emerging, accelerating the development of the eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) industry [2]. Material Innovations - The 9 series ultra-high nickel ternary cathodes are being widely adopted, while lithium manganese iron phosphate cathodes are being tested in commercial vehicles and two-wheeled vehicles [2]. - The application of silicon-based anodes in conjunction with full-tab technology is increasing [2]. Event Highlights - The event will feature over 2000 attendees and 60+ keynote speakers discussing core issues and technological breakthroughs in the lithium battery industry [5]. - The 10th Qidian Golden Ding Award will be held concurrently to recognize outstanding contributions to the lithium battery sector [5][9]. - The event will include nine specialized forums covering various topics, including cylindrical battery technology, soft-pack batteries, and new materials and processes [7][8]. Award Details - The Qidian Golden Ding Award aims to encourage innovation in the lithium battery industry and recognize companies that have made significant contributions [9]. - The award selection process includes initial assessments and final evaluations leading up to the award ceremony on December 19, 2025 [10].