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    LG Energy Solution
    Battery Manufacturing

    LG Energy Solution

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    "Powering the future of mobility and energy storage"

    Founded December 2020 Seoul, South Korea CEO: Lee Jong-ho
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    LG Energy Solution Ltd. emerged in December 2020 as a specialized spin-off from LG Chem, carving out an independent path to dominate the lithium-ion battery market. The company restructured its parent's battery division to accelerate scaling efforts and secure rapid investment growth amid surging global demand for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems.

    Under CEO Lee Jong-ho, the firm has aggressively expanded its footprint in North America while diversifying its product lines beyond traditional automotive applications. This strategic pivot includes high-energy-density cylindrical and pouch cells for EVs, alongside large-scale energy storage solutions that now support AI-driven manufacturing hubs across the United States.

    In August 2026, the company achieved a major operational milestone by launching production at its $2 billion facility in Delta Township, Michigan. This 35-gigawatt-hour plant spans 2.8 million square feet and serves as a critical node in the company's plan to localize supply chains, with targets exceeding 50 GWh of annual capacity by year-end.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Cylindrical EV batteriesPouch cell batteriesEnergy Storage Systems (ESS)Drone batteriesSolid-state battery prototypes

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns LG Energy Solution?
    LG Energy Solution is a subsidiary of the LG Group, having spun off from LG Chem in December 2020 to operate as an independent battery specialist.
    Where is LG Energy Solution headquartered?
    The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with major global operations and manufacturing plants located in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
    Is LG Energy Solution still in business and expanding?
    Yes, the company is actively expanding; it began mass production at its new $2 billion Michigan plant in August 2026, targeting over 50 GWh of annual capacity.
    What is LG Energy Solution worth?
    As a privately held subsidiary of LG Group, exact public valuations are not disclosed, but it is consistently ranked among the top three global battery manufacturers by market share.
    Does LG Energy Solution make batteries for drones?
    Yes, in August 2026, reports confirmed that LG Energy Solution entered talks with the U.S. government to supply specialized batteries for military and commercial drones.

    Keywords

    battery manufacturerelectric vehicle batteriesenergy storage systemsLG Grouplithium-ionEV supply chainMichigan battery plantdrone batteries

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    Company Info

    Founded
    December 2020
    CEO
    Lee Jong-ho
    Headquarters
    Seoul, South Korea
    Industry
    Battery Manufacturing
    Parent Company
    LG Group
    Major US Plant Capacity
    35 GWh (Delta Township, Michigan)
    Key Partners
    GM, Ford, Hyundai, Stellantis

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    www.lgensol.com/en/index

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