ZEISS and EVE Energy Establish Strategic Partnership for High-Quality Development of the Battery Industry
November 21, 2024, Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China – ZEISS and EVE Energy have officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement, marking the beginning of in-depth collaboration in the battery industry. The two companies aim to leverage their respective strengths to drive the global battery industry towards high-quality development. EVE Energy, with its extensive experience in battery innovation, R&D, and large-scale production, will work with ZEISS, a leader in industrial quality technology, to improve battery quality solutions across the entire lifecycle—from material R&D and electrode production to cell manufacturing and module assembly—while also establishing industry standards and advancing the global battery industry.
Since 2019, ZEISS has been a key partner for EVE Energy in battery quality, collaborating on more than 25 significant projects, including non-destructive testing for battery cells, 2D X-ray solutions for prismatic cells, and online 2D X-ray solutions for cylindrical cells. Over the past five years, the two companies have made significant progress in addressing various battery quality challenges, improving detection accuracy, and optimizing production processes. This long-standing and deep collaboration lays a solid foundation for their new strategic partnership.
Marc Wawerla, CEO of ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions, stated, “Over the past five years, EVE Energy has been one of our key partners. Through our collaboration with EVE Energy and leading global automotive manufacturers, we have jointly advanced battery quality innovations and practices, making significant contributions to the green transformation of the global automotive industry.” ZEISS's high-precision quality control technology, non-destructive testing solutions, and intelligent solutions have provided strong technical support to EVE Energy, helping improve the stability and safety of its battery products.
Liu Jianhua, co-founder and president of EVE Energy, expressed high expectations for the partnership: “We look forward to deepening our cooperation with ZEISS in terms of both breadth and depth. In depth, we will strengthen our capabilities in the field of battery quality and contribute to the global battery industry's 'high-quality development'; in breadth, we will promote the global expansion of EVE Energy; and in terms of height, as a rapidly growing company, we aim to learn from ZEISS, a centennial enterprise, and continue driving innovation in new energy technologies. We aspire to be a key force in the global energy revolution and to ensure long-term, sustainable growth for our company.” Liu also emphasized that EVE Energy would continue to invest in cutting-edge technology and, with the expertise of ZEISS, push forward with technological innovation, striving to become a central player in the global energy transition.
Liu Jianhua, Co-founder and President of EVE Energy (Left)
Dr. Marc Wawerla, CEO of ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions (Right)
A key focus of this strategic partnership is improving quality across the entire battery production process. From the development of battery materials to electrode production, cell manufacturing, and module assembly, ZEISS and EVE Energy will collaborate to enhance production processes and quality control capabilities, ensuring each stage meets higher precision standards. Additionally, both parties will explore cooperation in the fields of battery recycling and reuse, looking for new ways to promote sustainable development in the battery industry.
About ZEISS
ZEISS, a global leader in optical and optoelectronic technology, brings 178 years of expertise to the battery industry. The company provides a full range of quality solutions for battery manufacturing—from material characterization and non-destructive cell testing to online measurement technology. ZEISS's strengths lie not only in its high-precision testing technology but also in its ongoing investment in industry innovation and solving challenges. In the new energy battery sector, ZEISS has become a key partner for major global battery manufacturers.
About EVE Energy
Founded in 2001, EVE Energy has developed into a globally competitive lithium battery platform company. With strong technological innovation capabilities and a comprehensive quality management system, EVE Energy has built an integrated R&D platform covering battery materials, cell manufacturing, and battery management systems. The company is committed to providing high-quality lithium batteries for the global energy transition and driving the high-quality development of the battery industry through continuous technological innovation.
Through this strategic cooperation, ZEISS and EVE Energy will strengthen their collaboration in battery quality improvement, technology innovation, automation, and quality management. This partnership will not only enhance the overall level of the global battery industry but also contribute to the green development of the new energy vehicle and energy storage industries, driving the global energy transition forward.
