HiTHIUM Ranks Second Worldwide in Energy Storage Battery Shipments in 2026

HiTHIUM Achieves Global Recognition in Energy Storage Solutions

HiTHIUM has once again claimed the second position globally in the shipments of energy storage batteries, as reported by prestigious institutions such as InfoLink Consulting, Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), ICCSINO, and NECI. The recent reports indicate that HiTHIUM's success stems from its integrated supply chain capabilities, technological innovation, and global distribution prowess.

Consistent Market Leadership

This achievement marks the second consecutive year that HiTHIUM has maintained its spot among the top two global leaders in energy storage battery shipments. This consistent ranking underscores the market's recognition of HiTHIUM’s long-term commitment to energy storage, as well as its strategic focus on Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) applications. The company’s robust integrated solutions cater to various scenarios, affirming its status as a leader in the storage sector.

According to InfoLink's global energy storage supply chain database, shipments reached an impressive 467.84 GWh in the first half of 2026, representing a substantial year-over-year increase of 94.76%. This surge reflects the rapid expansion within the sector, as demand shifts toward higher capacity, longer discharge durations, enhanced safety, and superior performance. HiTHIUM's capability to achieve simultaneous improvements in scale and quality places it among the elite in energy storage technology.

Focus on Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES)

As a leading provider of integrated energy storage solutions, HiTHIUM emphasizes its strategic focus on LDES applications. The company’s commitment to technological innovation has driven the development of advanced products and technologies through extensive R&D efforts over the years. This commitment has led to the cultivation of a comprehensive industrial system covering everything from material development and cell manufacturing to system integration and full lifecycle operations, resulting in a globally integrated service capability.

To meet the growing demand for LDES, which ranges from 4 to 8 hours, HiTHIUM offers solutions adaptable to diverse scenarios, including renewable energy bases, source-grid-load-storage coordination, commercial and industrial storage, as well as AI data center energy support. The adaptability of these solutions in various environments showcases their operational reliability, with products deployed across more than 40 countries and regions around the globe.

Accelerating Global Integrated Deployment

HiTHIUM is actively building a globally distributed industrial network that encompasses R&D, manufacturing, supply chain management, and distribution. With its headquarters in Xiamen and a strategic vision for global industrial presence, the company is committed to enhancing its influence worldwide. Notably, its Chongqing plant was certified in January 2026 as the world’s first 'Lighthouse Factory' in the energy storage battery industry. In August 2026, the world’s first LDES integrated industrial park in Heze, Shandong, commenced production, while the Texas plant has begun operations, and construction on the Spanish facility is advancing swiftly.

This global industrial network enhances HiTHIUM's ability to provide large-scale, reliable solutions and significantly boosts its competitiveness in the global LDES market. Looking ahead, HiTHIUM is dedicated to driving technological innovation, expanding global industrial deployment, and delivering integrated solutions across diverse scenarios, thus contributing to the global green energy transition.