JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd

What JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd does

JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based advanced materials company founded in 2013 that has industrialized silica aerogel production through a proprietary, patented one-step manufacturing process claimed to substantially reduce time and cost relative to conventional supercritical drying. The company operates a vertically integrated value chain spanning upstream aerogel powder (JIOS AeroVa®) — produced at its Cheonan, Korea facility with 700+ tonnes of annual capacity and over 1,900 tonnes of cumulative output since 2018 — and downstream finished products, principally the Thermal Blade® compressible cell-to-cell thermal runaway barrier for prismatic lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles. JIOS holds 52+ patents globally and confirmed Freedom to Operate.

JIOS sells directly to automotive OEMs and Tier-1 battery manufacturers via multi-year qualification cycles and formal tender processes, exemplified by a 12-year Thermal Blade® supply contract won by its Korean manufacturing licensee for Hyundai Motor Group's next-generation and Purpose Built Vehicle models, with mass production scheduled from June 2027. The company also sells JIOS AeroVa® powder to aerogel blanket, foam, and compression-pad manufacturers for industrial, oil & gas, energy storage (UL 9540A-aligned), construction, apparel, and emerging-mobility applications. From 2016 to September 2024, industrial aerogel blanket distribution was executed through the AJA joint venture with Armacell (ArmaGel®); JIOS divested its stake to focus on the EV opportunity, while Armacell took full ownership and JIOS retained a perpetual technology license.

JIOS's go-to-market combines direct sales with a Hub & Spoke licensing model introduced in 2025–2026, in which JIOS concentrates powder production as the Hub and licenses Thermal Blade® assembly to regional Spoke partners near end customers, enabling capital-light global scaling across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. The Pioneer, Singapore Thermal Blade® plant (opened November 2023, fully automated by Q4 2023) is supported by Singapore EDB and partners including EDAG Production Solutions, WAY Business Solutions, QAS-Company AG, and VDE Renewables. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of powder and finished Thermal Blade® products, supplemented by licensing royalties under the Hub & Spoke model. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quoted per project reflecting custom Thermal Blade® specifications. Revenue figures are not disclosed in public sources; the company is privately held, backed by strategic investors Owens Corning (Fortune 500 insulation leader, first invested April 2021 with follow-on April 2023) and MegaChem Group (Thailand and Singapore listed, invested September 2023). Leadership comprises co-founder/CEO Stephen Kang and executive chairman/co-founder James Lee, with CTO Jongchul Park as the primary inventor of the one-step aerogel process.

Name

JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd

Legal name

JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd

Website

https://jiosaerogel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based advanced materials company that manufactures silica aerogel powder (JIOS AeroVa®) and Thermal Blade® thermal runaway barriers for electric vehicle batteries, using a patented one-step process and a capital-light Hub & Spoke licensing model to serve global automotive and industrial customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerogel-based Battery Thermal Protection Materials

NAICS

Chemical Manufacturing (325)

akta.pro primary industry

Aerogel & Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs) (IMADAGAG)

Keywords

• Silica aerogel manufacturing
• Battery thermal protection
• EV battery insulation
• Thermal runaway barriers
• Aerogel powder production

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Silica Aerogel Powder Sales: JIOS manufactures and sells silica aerogel powder (JIOS AeroVa®) to customers including aerogel blanket manufacturers, foam producers, and compression pad makers. Powder is produced at the company's Korean facility (Cheonan) and shipped to downstream manufacturers globally. This stream also supports in-house downstream product manufacturing.
2. Thermal Blade® Product Sales: JIOS sells finished Thermal Blade® thermal runaway barriers to automotive OEMs and battery manufacturers, either directly or through licensed regional manufacturing partners who assemble the product using JIOS-supplied aerogel powder.
3. Technology Licensing (Hub & Spoke Model): JIOS licenses its manufacturing process and technology to regional partners (Spokes) who produce Thermal Blade® near end customers. JIOS retains the core powder production (Hub) and earns long-term royalties from licensees. The first licensee contract with a Korean partner for Hyundai production was awarded in January 2026, expected to run 12 years with mass production from June 2027.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

JIOS Aerogel manufactures and sells silica aerogel powder (JIOS AeroVa®) using a patented one-step process, and converts it into Thermal Blade® thermal runaway barriers that sit between lithium-ion battery cells to prevent fire propagation. The company distributes globally via direct powder sales and a Hub & Spoke licensing model in which regional partners assemble Thermal Blade® near automotive customers using JIOS-produced powder.

Product overview

JIOS Aerogel Pte Ltd is a silica aerogel technology company offering two core product lines: JIOS AeroVa® silica aerogel powder (manufactured in Korea) as the upstream raw material, and Thermal Blade® as the downstream thermal runaway barrier product for EV batteries. The company operates under a Hub & Spoke licensing model, with core powder production concentrated in Korea (the Hub) and Thermal Blade® manufacturing licensed to regional partners (Spokes). Former joint venture product ArmaGel® aerogel blankets continue under Armacell ownership. The company also provides testing and innovation services through its Singapore Innovation Centre.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Thermal Blade: Compressible thermal runaway barrier product for electric vehicle and energy storage battery applications, providing advanced thermal protection for prismatic lithium-ion batteries.
• JIOS AeroVa

Products and services

• JIOS AeroVa® Silica Aerogel Powder Hydrophobic, fire-resistant silica aerogel powder with thermal conductivity as low as 0.021 W/m·K, ultra-low density (30–70 kg/m³), operating range -200°C to 1,600°C, superhydrophobic surface with high shear resistance, and >90% porosity with nanoscale (~30 nm) pore structure. Sold in bulk to aerogel blanket manufacturers, foam producers, and compression pad makers globally, and used as the upstream input for JIOS's downstream Thermal Blade® product.
• Thermal Blade® Thermal Runaway Barrier Compressible cell-to-cell thermal runaway barrier for prismatic lithium-ion batteries (LFP and NMC chemistries), featuring an ultra-thin aerogel core in customizable dimensions from 2.0mm to 5.0mm+ thickness, with optional adhesive layers and release films to simplify battery assembly. Sold to automotive OEMs and battery manufacturers either directly or through licensed regional manufacturing partners using JIOS-supplied AeroVa® powder. Validated by a 12-year Hyundai Motor Group supply contract (awarded January 2026, mass production June 2027).
• Hub & Spoke Technology Licensing Capital-light licensing model in which JIOS licenses its patented one-step aerogel manufacturing process and Thermal Blade® assembly technology to regional partners (Spokes) that assemble Thermal Blade® near automotive end customers using JIOS-supplied AeroVa® powder from the Korea Hub. JIOS earns long-term predictable revenue through royalties and powder supply.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cumulative production of over 1,900 tonnes of silica aerogel powder since 2018
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and major.

• Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai & Kia)flagshipOthers · 15 January 2026JIOS' Korean manufacturing licensee secured a major contract through a formal Hyundai Motor Group tender to supply Thermal Blade® thermal runaway barriers for Hyundai and Kia's next-generation and Purpose Built Vehicle (PBV) models. This is the first contract under JIOS' Hub & Spoke licensing model, with mass production starting June 2027 and projected to span 12 years. The partnership validates JIOS' aerogel technology at the top tier of the automotive industry.
• Armacell InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2024JIOS and Armacell operated a joint venture (AJA - Armacell JIOS Aerogels Limited) since 2016 to produce silica aerogel products using JIOS' patented process and sell through Armacell's global network (ArmaGel® product line). In September 2024, Armacell acquired JIOS' remaining stake to take full ownership. JIOS retains a perpetual license to the technology. The JV produced aerogel powder at the Cheonan facility (700+ tonnes/year capacity) and was highly successful.
• QAS-Company AGmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 2 November 2023QAS-Company AG, a Munich-based quality management consulting firm, was engaged to support JIOS in achieving IATF 16949 automotive quality standard certification. QAS collaborates closely with WAY Business Solutions to provide comprehensive support for planning and execution of JIOS' manufacturing facilities across Asia and Europe.
• EDAG Production Solutions GmbH & Co. KGcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 17 May 2023EDAG Production Solutions was appointed as the production engineering partner to design and commission JIOS' high-volume Thermal Blade® manufacturing facilities in Singapore and Europe. EDAG PS is part of the EDAG Group, the largest independent development service provider in the global mobility industry with over 8,400 employees. Responsible for ensuring targets for capacity, quality control, and automation.
• WAY Business Solutions GmbHcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 17 May 2023WAY Business Solutions was appointed as the overall project manager to support the planning and commissioning of JIOS Aerogel's manufacturing facilities across Singapore and Europe. WAY brings extensive experience in the European automotive industry as market entry partner and project implementation specialist.
• TÜV SÜDmajorTechnology or IntegrationTÜV SÜD served as the certification body for JIOS' ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications. TÜV SÜD conducted audits and awarded certifications for JIOS' Singapore operations including the Thermal Blade® plant and Innovation Centre.
• Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)majorOthersEDB supported the development of JIOS' breakthrough automated production process and the establishment of its Singapore manufacturing facility. EDB is a government agency under Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry responsible for strategies enhancing Singapore's position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent.
• JTC Corporation (Singapore)majorOthersJTC Corporation provides the Chemicals Hub facility where JIOS' Singapore factory is located. JTC Chemicals Hub is Singapore's first high-rise, multi-tenanted development for chemical manufacturing companies, offering plug-and-play infrastructure with enhanced fire protection systems, fire-water retention tanks, and centralized foam systems.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Aspen Aerogels: US-listed aerogel manufacturer whose PyroThin product is a direct competitor to JIOS' Thermal Blade® — cell-to-cell aerogel thermal runaway barriers for lithium-ion EV batteries. Closest functional and end-market comparable.

Broad incumbents

• Cabot Corporation: Global specialty chemicals company that manufactures Pyrogel® and Cryogel® aerogel blankets for industrial and cryogenic insulation. Competes with JIOS in industrial aerogel applications and has adjacent thermal management capabilities.
• Armacell International: Global leader in flexible foam insulation and former JIOS JV partner; following the September 2024 AJA acquisition, Armacell now produces and distributes ArmaGel® aerogel blankets using JIOS-licensed technology. Competes in industrial insulation and is a customer of JIOS' powder.
• Evonik Industries: German specialty chemicals major with silica-based products and aerogel-adjacent materials for thermal management and construction applications. Broad incumbent that competes with JIOS in insulation materials.
• BASF: Global chemical company with broad portfolio in construction insulation, performance materials, and battery materials. Broad incumbent with overlap to JIOS across industrial insulation and automotive thermal management.
• Wacker Chemie: German specialty chemical company producing silicones and polysiloxane-based thermal management materials for construction, electronics, and EV batteries. Comparable specialty chemical supplier with overlap to JIOS' thermal management use cases.
• 3M: Diversified industrial conglomerate with thermal management tapes, films, and insulation materials for EV battery packs. Broad incumbent offering overlapping solutions to JIOS' Thermal Blade® in automotive battery thermal runaway mitigation.

Emerging players

• Svenska Aerogel: Swedish emerging aerogel manufacturer with a continuous production process for quartzene-based aerogel materials, focused on thermal insulation applications. Smaller-scale emerging player in the same aerogel category.
• Enova Aerogel: Emerging aerogel producer offering aerogel-enhanced products for building, apparel, and industrial insulation. Comparable emerging-stage aerogel competitor targeting similar downstream applications as JIOS.

Regional players

• Promat (Etex Group): European passive fire protection and high-temperature insulation manufacturer under Etex Group, producing calcium silicate and microporous insulation for building, industrial, and increasingly battery applications. Regional player in fire/thermal protection comparable to JIOS' industrial insulation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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