What Nextech Batteries does

NexTech Batteries, Inc. is a private Nevada-incorporated battery technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered at 5138 Metric Way, Carson City, Nevada. The company is built around a patented semi-solid-state lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery platform derived from technology originally licensed from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where more than 14 years of foundational research was conducted under Dr. Elton Cairns. Founder Bill Burger (President, Chairman and CEO) secured the exclusive license in 2016, and NexTech has subsequently developed additional patented processes and materials layered on top of the baseline technology.

The company's core product is a semi-solid-state Li-S cell architecture featuring a patented sulfur-rich active material (with a stated potential maximum specific energy of 2,500 Wh/kg) and a scalable semi-solid-state electrolyte composite system. The platform includes polysulfide anchor additives and a migration-preventive membrane to suppress the polysulfide shuttling effect. Demonstrated cells achieve approximately 400 Wh/kg (roughly twice the energy density of conventional lithium-ion), with claimed weight reductions of up to 50%, the absence of thermal runaway or explosion risk due to the lack of oxygen-producing cathode materials, and a projected manufacturing cost of $50–$60/kWh at scale versus more than $100/kWh for lithium-ion. The technology is offered across eight application modules targeting automotive, consumer electronics, grid storage, marine, military, e-mobility, and aviation/drone markets.

NexTech's current revenue model is anchored on U.S. government Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts rather than commercial product sales. Disclosed engagements include a completed U.S. Space Force SBIR Phase I contract and a $1.9 million SBIR Phase II award from the Air Force Research Laboratory for Space Force applications, plus development work with the U.S. Department of Energy for grid storage. The company has achieved UN 38.3 safety certification for transport compliance, completed PCAOB-compliant audited financials for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, and has announced its intention to pursue a public listing on a U.S. national securities exchange to fund commercialization.

Name

Nextech Batteries

Legal name

NexTech Batteries, Inc.

Website

https://nextechbatteries.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (335910)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB), Automotive Batteries & 12V/Low-Voltage Energy Storage Manufacturing (IMACAJAJ)

Keywords

• Lithium sulfur batteries
• Battery technology
• Energy storage systems
• Electric vehicle batteries
• Battery cell manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Carson City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government SBIR Contracts: Funding through Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts with U.S. Space Force and Air Force Research Laboratory. Phase I contract completed, Phase II award of $1.9 million expected.
2. Battery Product Sales (Future): Planned commercialization of lithium-sulfur battery products for aerospace, defense, automotive, marine, and consumer electronics applications. Target production cost of $50-$60/kWh at scale.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

NexTech Batteries develops and commercializes a patented semi-solid-state lithium-sulfur battery platform delivering 400 Wh/kg energy density, no thermal runaway, and a projected manufacturing cost of $50-$60/kWh. The core Li-S technology is offered across application-specific modules for automotive, military/defense, aviation/drones, marine, e-mobility, grid storage, and consumer electronics customers, leveraging exclusive rights to baseline technology licensed from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.

Product overview

NexTech Batteries offers a unified lithium-sulfur battery platform based on its patented semi-solid-state technology. The core product is the Lithium-Sulfur Battery Technology, featuring the world's first semi-solid-state cells that achieve 400 Wh/kg or greater energy density. This platform is adapted across multiple application-specific modules: Automotive Battery Solutions, Consumer Electronics Battery Solutions, Grid Storage Battery Solutions, Marine Battery Solutions, Military Battery Solutions, E-Mobility Battery Solutions, and Aviation/Drone Battery Solutions. Each application module leverages the core Li-S technology advantages including superior safety (no thermal runaway), lower cost (40% below current technology), lighter weight (up to 50% reduction), and sustainable materials (sulfur and carbon instead of cobalt/nickel).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lithium-Sulfur Battery Technology NexTech's patented next-generation lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs) offering 400 Wh/kg or greater energy density, no thermal runaway, easier recyclability, a U.S. supply chain, and ultra-low $/kWh versus Li-ion. Foundation platform delivered through application modules for defense, automotive, aviation, marine, e-mobility, grid storage, and consumer electronics.
• Semi-Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Cells World's first semi-solid-state battery technology utilizing NexTech's patented active material and scalable semi-solid-state electrolyte composite system. Delivers potential maximum specific energy of 2500 Wh/kg, five times higher than metal-oxide Li-ion cathode materials, with no cobalt or nickel.
• Automotive Battery Solutions High-performance Li-S batteries for electric vehicles providing less weight, greater range, and lower cost compared to current lithium-ion batteries, with cost expectations 40% below current technology. For EV OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Military Battery Solutions Advanced Li-S batteries delivering twice the energy at less than half the weight compared to Li-ion battery-based systems, providing reduced heat signature, greater energy density for extreme conditions, and no thermal runaway. For military equipment including light reconnaissance vehicles, drones, handheld equipment, weapons systems, communications, and silent watch capabilities.
• Aviation/Drone Battery Solutions Lightweight, high-powered batteries for electric air taxis, civilian and commercial drones, and delivery services, providing vastly improved air time compared to current generation batteries with inherent safety features for airborne applications.
• Consumer Electronics Battery Solutions Battery solutions for portable battery-powered products including cell phones and personal electronics, providing a cleaner, lighter weight, safer, and higher energy product that is significantly cheaper to produce.
• Grid Storage Battery Solutions Large-scale grid storage battery technology developed in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, designed to improve reliability, endurance, and cost of harnessing renewable energy for utility-scale and renewable integration applications.
• Marine Battery Solutions Economical, sustainable, and environmentally-positive lithium-sulfur battery solutions for private watercraft, pleasure boats, hydrofoil electric boats, water taxis, and commercial passenger vessels, eliminating fuel/oil discharge and carbon monoxide emissions.
• E-Mobility Battery Solutions Battery technology for e-scooters, e-bikes, metro buses, and last-mile delivery vehicles that nearly doubles the range of environmentally-friendly vehicles, optimized for weight and energy with superior cycling of cells.

Quantifiable outcome

• 400 Wh/kg energy density achieved - approximately twice the capacity of conventional lithium-ion batteries
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Lucosky Brookman LLPminorOthers · 4 June 2026Securities counsel engaged to assist with drafting and filing registration statement with the SEC and ongoing compliance matters related to the public listing process.
• VStock Transfer, LLCminorOthers · 4 June 2026Stock transfer agent engaged to maintain shareholder records, process share issuances and transfers, and support registration and ongoing reporting requirements for becoming a publicly traded company.
• Pinnacle Consulting Services Inc.minorOthers · 4 June 2026Financial and strategic advisory firm retained to assist with financial statement preparation, corporate governance structuring, valuation support, and coordination of the overall going-public process.
• Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 January 2026AFRL awarded NexTech a $1.9 million SBIR Phase II contract for development of next-generation high-energy-density lithium-sulfur batteries for U.S. Space Force applications. The contract focuses on scaling proprietary technologies for integration into standard 18650 cell formats suitable for space missions.
• U.S. Department of EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NexTech's patented technology is being developed and tested for specific use in large-scale Grid Storage applications by the U.S. Department of Energy. The technology aims to improve overall reliability, endurance, and cost of harnessing renewable energy.
• Lawrence Berkeley National LaboratorycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016NexTech Batteries secured exclusive license rights and patents to Lithium Sulfur Battery Technology developed at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory under Dr. Elton Cairns. This 14+ years of research formed the foundation of NexTech's battery technology. The company has since developed additional patented processes and materials building on this baseline technology.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lyten: Lyten is the most direct competitor to NexTech: a U.S.-based developer of lithium-sulfur battery cells targeting automotive, defense, and aerospace markets, with similar claims of high energy density and cobalt/nickel-free chemistry.
• Sion Power: Sion Power is a long-standing lithium-sulfur battery developer focused on high-energy cells for aerospace, defense, and EV applications, sharing NexTech's Li-S chemistry foundation and aerospace/defense go-to-market.

Emerging players

• Conamix: Conamix is an early-stage Li-S battery materials and cell developer pursuing sulfur-based cathodes and lithium metal anodes for transportation and grid applications, comparable as a fellow next-gen Li-S challenger.
• Solid Power: Solid Power develops sulfide-based solid-state batteries for automotive and defense, addressing the same energy density and safety pain points NexTech targets but with a different chemistry (solid-state sulfide rather than semi-solid-state Li-S).
• QuantumScape: QuantumScape develops solid-state lithium-metal batteries targeting automotive OEMs, competing for the same high-energy-density, safer-battery narrative NexTech uses, though with a different technology platform.
• ESS Inc. ESS Inc. manufactures iron-flow batteries for long-duration grid storage, addressing one of NexTech's target segments (utility-scale ESS) with a different but also non-lithium, safe-chemistry value proposition.
• Form Energy: Form Energy develops iron-air battery systems for multi-day grid storage, competing for the same utility-scale renewable integration market NexTech targets with its DOE-validated grid-storage program.

Broad incumbents

• CATL: CATL is the world's largest Li-ion battery manufacturer supplying EV, ESS, and consumer electronics customers; it sets the cost/performance benchmark NexTech must beat and represents the dominant incumbent NexTech seeks to disrupt.
• Tesla Energy: Tesla's energy business includes Powerwall, Megapack, and 4680 cell production for automotive and grid storage, making Tesla a broad incumbent across two of NexTech's largest target markets (EV and grid).
• LG Energy Solution: LG Energy Solution is a top-tier global Li-ion cell supplier to automotive OEMs and grid/ESS integrators, representing the scaled incumbent NexTech must displace on cost, energy density, and supply-chain origin.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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