A new milestone in the partnership between UNIVERCELL and IMA AUTOMATION: celebrating the opening of a new battery gigafactory

On November 9th, 2026, UniverCell officially celebrated the opening of its second battery production facility in Kiel-Moorsee, Germany, dedicated to the series production of 21700 cylindrical cells, marking an important step forward in the development of advanced battery manufacturing in Europe.

The inauguration brought together customers, partners, institutions, and industry representatives to discover the new production site and gain insights into UniverCell's vision for the future of battery manufacturing. The event was also attended by the management team of IMA AUTOMATION, underlining the strong collaboration that has driven this project from concept to reality.

At the heart of the new facility is the assembly line for cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells designed by IMA AUTOMATION SYSTEMS for aerospace applications. The fully integrated manufacturing line covers every key production stage, from electrode winding and cell assembly to electrolyte filling and final welding. Combining advanced automation, precision engineering, and a remarkably compact footprint, the solution has been designed to ensure high productivity, process reliability, and consistent product quality.

The successful completion of this project represents more than the commissioning of a new production line. It stands as a tangible result of the partnership between UniverCell and IMA AUTOMATION, built on mutual trust, technical expertise, and a shared commitment to innovation.

Working closely throughout the project's development, the two companies combined their respective know-how to create a manufacturing solution tailored to the demanding requirements of aerospace battery applications, contributing to the growth of a highly specialized and strategic sector.

The opening of the new gigafactory marks the beginning of a new chapter for UniverCell and further strengthens the long-term collaboration between the two companies. As battery technologies continue to evolve and new industrial opportunities emerge, UniverCell and IMA AUTOMATION remain committed to driving innovation and supporting the future of advanced battery manufacturing together.