Partnership to accelerate industrialization of immersion-cooled battery systems

LION E-Mobility AG, a battery pack manufacturer specializing in e-mobility and energy storage solutions, announces that its subsidiary, LION Smart GmbH, has entered into a strategic partnership with hofer powertrain Group, an internationally active development and technology partner for unique and efficient drivetrain solutions. The goal of this collaboration is to significantly accelerate the market launch of innovative battery systems. The cooperation focuses on the development of small series and the industrialization of immersion-cooled battery systems with high market potential. Through this strategic partnership, LION Smart and hofer powertrain are setting new benchmarks in the development of forward-thinking battery systems.

“With hofer powertrain, we have a strong partner by our side that perfectly complements our innovative strength. Together, we are accelerating the market entry of our highly innovative high-performance batteries and delivering pioneering solutions for sustainable mobility,” says Joachim Damasky, CEO of LION E-Mobility AG.

“hofer powertrain stands for innovation, speed, and precision in the development and industrialization of sophisticated drivetrain systems. The partnership with LION Smart builds precisely on this and opens up new possibilities to transfer cutting-edge battery solutions into industrial applications. We look forward to a shared journey shaped by a strong, common vision,” adds Johann Paul Hofer, CEO of hofer powertrain.

Technological synergies for accelerated market entry

Through this partnership, LION Smart and hofer powertrain are combining their respective strengths to bring high-performance battery systems to market maturity efficiently. hofer powertrain contributes extensive expertise in the development, validation, and rapid implementation of battery systems tailored to specific customer requirements, shaping the automotive market with a range of technological innovations. LION Smart complements this with its innovative immersion-cooled battery technology and modular platform solutions, enabling flexible scaling from prototype to series production. Additionally, the partnership brings a strong network of OEMs and industry partners – a key lever for trust, speed, and market access.

Added value for customers

Customers benefit from accelerated access to modular, high-performance, and highly secure battery systems that can be flexibly integrated into a wide variety of applications. LION Smart’s immersion-cooled technology offers high thermal stability, improved safety, and increased power density – critical advantages for vehicles and machinery with high energy and performance demands.