Mitsui Kinzoku Co., Ltd.5706
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Mitsui Kinzoku will contribute its sulfide-based solid electrolyte and materials expertise to accelerate next-generation all-solid-state batteries.
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Factorial Energy Inc.FAC
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Factorial will partner with Mitsui Kinzoku to scale up its Solstice all-solid-state battery platform, advancing its product technology.
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