The global battery industry is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by breakthroughs in next-generation technologies and aggressive international expansion. Recent events, including the 2025 World Power Battery Conference in Yibin and the ABEC 2025 Forum in Suzhou, have underscored this momentum, with stakeholders emphasizing collaborative innovation to meet diverse energy demands.
A key highlight has been the rapid progress in solid-state batteries, which are poised to address critical challenges in energy density and safety. At the ABEC 2025 Forum, industry leaders revealed that semi-solid-state batteries have entered mass production, while all-solid-state solutions are nearing small-scale deployment. As Dr. Yonggang Wang, a keynote speaker, noted, "Solid-state batteries are no longer a laboratory curiosity—they are a commercial inevitability". Estimates suggest global all-solid-state battery shipments could exceed 200 GWh by 2030, reshaping applications from electric vehicles (EVs) to low-altitude aviation.
Simultaneously, supply chain diversification has taken center stage. Over 50 Chinese battery firms have established localized production overseas, aligning with global standards for sustainability and safety. This expansion is bolstered by initiatives like the "Battery Passport," which promotes transparency in carbon footprint tracking.
The industry's growth is further reflected in market data. In October 2025, global battery output surged by 50.5% year-on-year, with energy storage systems emerging as a major demand driver. Such trends signal a broader shift toward an "all-electric society," where batteries enable everything from grid stability to urban mobility.
However, challenges like cost management and manufacturing scalability remain. To overcome these, companies are leveraging AI-driven production and closed-loop recycling systems. As one industry report concluded, "The future will be won by those who merge scale with sustainability".