Eastman Auto & Power has partnered with Urja Mobility to develop and deploy advanced lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles in India.

Eastman Auto & Power, a leader in the Indian energy storage sector, will supply over 20,000 lithium-ion batteries to Urja Mobility.

The collaboration will help in accelerating the adoption of electric mobility in India and contribute to the country's sustainability goals.

The partnership aims at combining Eastman's expertise in lithium-ion batteries with Urja Mobility's battery leasing solution for electric three-wheelers.

Customised solutions for India

Their union will focus on developing and deploying advanced lithium-ion battery technology specifically designed for the Indian EV sector. The integration of Urja Mobility’s IoT and software solutions into Eastman's batteries will allow for remote monitoring, performance analysis, and improved battery management.

“This partnership marks a significant milestone for Eastman as we join forces with Urja Mobility to accelerate the growth of electric mobility in India. Our cutting-edge lithium-ion battery technology, combined with Urja Mobility’s innovative battery leasing solution for electric three-wheelers, will play a crucial role in making sustainable transportation a reality for millions of people across the country,” said Shekhar Singal, Managing Director, Eastman Auto and Power.

Speaking on the development, Pankaj Chopra, Co-Founder & Director, Urja Mobility said, “We are thrilled to partner with Eastman in this transformative collaboration. As a company committed to advancing electric mobility, we believe that, by providing a cost-effective, reliable, and sustainable battery solution, we aim to empower drivers and contribute to India's vision for a greener future.

The collaboration is expected to offer consumers more environmentally sound transportation choices.