Powered by 5,016 lithium-ion batteries and 40 MWh of energy capacity, Buquebus’ China Zorrilla ferry is revolutionizing green transit across the Río de la Plata. On this episode of Primer, we take a look inside the world's largest electric ship

Decades of lithium-ion performance improvements have made maritime electrification more accessible. On this episode of Primer, we explore how battery tech and regulatory pressure are pushing global shipping toward a cleaner future

India has banned exports of lithium-ion battery black mass, effective immediately. The shredded-battery powder holds lithium, cobalt, nickel and manganese. New Delhi wants it recycled at home, alongside a 15 billion rupee incentive scheme for critical mineral recycling. India exported none of it in the last fiscal year, according to trade think tank GTRI. Source: India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Panasonic Energy launches new global lithium-ion battery R&D hub in Japan Panasonic Energy has launched a new global lithium-ion battery R&D hub in Japan to accelerate development and production for automotive and data center applications. The new facility is aimed at advancing battery technologies and supporting growing demand across electric vehicles and data center infrastructure.

Four family members were killed and another critically injured when a lithium-ion battery in their Bronx apartment kitchen caught fire and exploded on October 28, blocking the exit and trapping them inside.

Enovix has spent years promising batteries with much higher energy density than conventional lithium-ion cells. But manufacturing problems, high costs and faster-moving rivals are raising doubts that its technology can still win big customers. Read more: