CIBF 2026, the premier global event setting the trend for the battery industry—the 18th Shenzhen International Battery Technology Exchange & Exhibition—will kick off in grand style at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from May 13 to 15, 2026. Xiaolu Lithium New Energy (Shandong) Co., Ltd. made a major appearance at the event, showcasing its 32140 full-tab large-format cylindrical batteries, lithium-sodium dual-cell core products, and all-scenario energy storage solutions. The company comprehensively demonstrated its technological breakthroughs and industrialization achievements in the fields of cylindrical batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and energy storage applications, joining over 3,000 industry partners from around the world to discuss new industry trends and jointly explore a new future for green energy.

I. The Event Kicks Off: Focusing on the Booming Market for Large Cylinders, Charting a New Future for Dual-Core Lithium-Sodium Batteries

With the theme “Connecting the World, Empowering Green, Driving the Future,” CIBF 2026 features an exhibition area exceeding 280,000 square meters and attracts over 350,000 professional visitors. Covering cutting-edge technologies across the entire industry chain—including lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, energy storage, and solid-state batteries—it stands as one of the world’s largest and most influential platforms for industry exchange in the battery sector.

Large-format cylindrical batteries are currently experiencing explosive growth: global shipments of cylindrical batteries are projected to reach 16.83 billion units in 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 15.1%; among these, shipments of large-format cylindrical batteries (30mm and above) are expected to reach 2.65 billion units, surging by 45.2% year-over-year. Applications span diverse scenarios including light electric vehicles, energy storage, power tools, smart home devices, and streetlight energy storage. The electrochemical energy storage market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 33.7% from 2022 to 2030, with a market size approaching 3 trillion yuan. Large cylindrical batteries have thus become the industry’s primary driver of certain growth.

Xiaolu Lithium Battery has strategically positioned itself at the forefront of this emerging market. With its 32140 full-tab large-cylinder cells and lithium-sodium dual-core technology at the core, the company will fully showcase its differentiated competitive advantages at CIBF2026, demonstrating the technological prowess and global vision of a new energy enterprise.

II. Core Products: Led by the 32140 Full-Tab Large Cylindrical Battery, Four Key Advantages Create a Strong Competitive Edge

At this exhibition, Xiaolu Lithium’s 32140 full-tab steel-cased large cylindrical battery stole the show. With its four core advantages, it has set a new industry benchmark:

1. Full-tab design delivers superior safety and efficiency. The full-tab structure significantly reduces internal resistance, improves charging and discharging efficiency, and effectively controls temperature rise. It is optimized for high-frequency charging and discharging scenarios, offering safety far surpassing that of traditional cylindrical batteries, and perfectly meets the demands of both energy storage and power applications.

2. Ultra-wide temperature range + ultra-long cycle life: Stable operation from -40°C to 60°C with a cycle life exceeding 10,000 cycles. It effortlessly handles extreme environments such as sub-zero and high-temperature conditions, meeting the demands of long-term energy storage applications.

3. Parallel Lithium-Sodium Dual-Core Design with Comprehensive Material System Coverage: We simultaneously launch lithium iron phosphate (LFP), lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), and sodium-ion battery versions. These options balance performance and cost to meet the needs of different customers and scenarios, offering greater resilience against resource price volatility risks.

4. Large-Scale Smart Manufacturing: High Cost-Effectiveness + Strong Delivery Capabilities Leveraging the province’s first 32140 full-tab mass production line and intelligent production lines, the company achieves large-scale production with industry-leading cost-effectiveness and delivery capabilities, resulting in consistently high demand for its products.

Concurrently, the company unveiled its 18650 cylindrical cells, high-safety sodium-ion batteries, and residential energy storage systems, covering a full range of applications including small-scale power, home energy storage, portable power stations, and streetlight energy storage. Among these, streetlight energy storage accounts for over half of total shipments, emerging as a core growth pillar.

III. Corporate Strength: Rapid Growth + Capacity Expansion, Leading the Way in the New Cylindrical Battery Market

As a national-level high-tech enterprise and a “Specialized, Refined, Unique, and Innovative” enterprise in Shandong Province, Xiaolu Lithium Battery achieved a total output value of 1 billion yuan in 2025. Shipments of 32140 large-format cylindrical batteries saw year-over-year growth exceeding 100% for the full year of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, demonstrating strong growth momentum.

In terms of production capacity, the company currently operates two production lines: a 1GWh 18650 line and a 3GWh 32140 line. By 2026, it plans to add a 7GWh 32140 line and 40135 high-speed sodium-lithium battery production lines. Subsequently, the company will continue to develop new models such as 46140 and 60150, reaching a total capacity of 20 GWh within the next five years. By 2030, total production capacity is projected to reach 20 GWh, with annual revenue expected to exceed 7 billion yuan upon full production, firmly establishing the company among the top tier of domestic large-format cylindrical battery manufacturers.

In terms of market strategy, Xiaolu Lithium Battery’s products have obtained global authoritative certifications including BIS, CB, UL, CCC, and UN38.3, and are exported to over 50 countries and regions, covering Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. In 2024, the company established a Shenzhen-based international trading company to focus on the European e-bike market, the “gas-to-electric” conversion of electric two-wheelers in Southeast Asia, and overseas energy storage markets, thereby continuously expanding its global footprint.

IV. Strategic Outlook: Maintaining a Differentiated Positioning and Seizing the Golden Opportunity in Sodium-Ion Batteries

In the face of intensifying industry competition and fluctuating lithium prices, Xiaolu Lithium Battery adheres to a differentiated development strategy: it is deeply focused on 32140 full-tab cylindrical batteries, with energy storage and light electric vehicles as its core markets, and is deeply committed to the key application of streetlight energy storage; by building core competitive barriers through dual lithium-sodium battery technology, the company aims to reduce reliance on lithium resources and enhance its cost and strategic security advantages.

The company believes that 2027 will be a pivotal year for sodium-ion batteries to achieve grid parity and scale up production. Cylindrical sodium-ion batteries offer four key advantages: Sodium resources are domestically controlled, with long-term costs expected to drop to 0.2–0.3 RMB/Wh; capacity retention exceeds 80% at -40°C, with over 10,000 charge cycles; steel casing + full-tab design maximizes safety; strategic resource self-sufficiency ensures outstanding risk resilience.

Moving forward, Xiaolu Lithium Battery will continue to optimize its 32140 full-tab platform and iterate on its sodium-ion and lithium manganese iron phosphate products. Domestically, the company will focus on energy storage and light electric vehicles, while expanding into European and Southeast Asian markets overseas. Concurrently, it will expand into emerging fields such as intelligent robots, drones, and the low-altitude economy, striving to become a global leader in the cylindrical battery sector.

V. Debut at CIBF: Connecting Global Resources to Build a Green Energy Ecosystem Together

Leveraging the CIBF 2026 as a world-class platform, Xiaolu Lithium engaged in in-depth exchanges with industry experts, upstream and downstream partners, and international clients. The company shared its achievements and explored collaboration opportunities on key topics such as large-format cylindrical battery technology, sodium-ion battery commercialization, and energy storage safety upgrades, thereby further enhancing its global brand influence and expanding its network of high-quality clients and strategic partners.

This exhibition not only showcased Xiaolu Lithium Battery’s technological capabilities, product portfolio, and production capacity but also vividly demonstrated the company’s global expansion strategy and long-term strategic resolve.

Capitalizing on the golden era of the new energy industry, Xiaolu Lithium Battery will continue to focus on the lithium-sodium dual-core and large-format cylindrical battery sectors. By delivering products with higher performance, enhanced safety, and greater cost-effectiveness, the company aims to empower industries across the board and contribute to the global energy transition and green, low-carbon development.