起点锂电·2026-02-03 04:07Industry Background - The market for large cylindrical batteries and all-tab batteries is expected to explode by 2025, with China's cylindrical battery shipments projected to grow by over 15%, and large cylindrical batteries expected to exceed 40% growth [3] - Major companies in the large cylindrical battery sector, such as EVE Energy, Molicel, and others, are facing supply shortages due to high demand, with continued rapid growth anticipated in 2026 [3] - New growth points and market spaces are emerging from the integration of technologies like all-tab, high nickel, silicon-carbon, and sodium batteries with cylindrical batteries [3] Event Overview - The 2026 (Second) Qidian Lithium Battery Cylindrical Battery Technology Forum and the release of the Top 20 Rankings for Cylindrical Batteries will take place on April 10, 2026, in Shenzhen [6] - The event will feature discussions on cutting-edge technologies, processes, and materials related to cylindrical batteries, providing a platform for industry leaders to share insights [3][6] Agenda Highlights - The forum will include sessions on high-power cylindrical battery technology, innovations in household and portable energy storage, and the development of next-generation large cylindrical batteries [7][8] - Roundtable discussions will focus on overcoming barriers to overseas market entry and identifying emerging application markets for rapidly growing cylindrical batteries [7][8] Participating Companies - Notable cylindrical battery companies expected to attend include EVE Energy, CATL, BYD, and LG Energy, among others, along with downstream application companies and equipment manufacturers [10]