Gelion (AIM: GELN), the Anglo-Australian battery innovator, is pleased to announce the successful award of three patents in the United States in relation to the Group’s core Lithium-Sulfur (LiS) technology and the acceptance of one of its recycling patent applications by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Gelion continues to actively pursue, focus, and strengthen its Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio in accordance with its IP Strategy. Gelion’s IP strategy includes an ongoing review and assessment of its IP portfolio, of both registered (e.g. patents) and unregistered (e.g. know-how, trade secrets) IP rights to ensure that the Group’s IP portfolio continues to align and best protect the key areas of its technology as it matures, with a goal to develop a strong IP portfolio while delivering value for its shareholders.
LiS patents granted
Gelion has successfully advanced several patent applications pertaining to its core LiS technology, including the granting of three cases in the United States since July 2024. These three patents provide protection in the U.S. for different aspects of the Group’s technology and align directly with its roadmap, protecting key advancements that contribute to:
- enhancement of cycling performance and extension of cell lifespan;
- improvement of cathode structural integrity, leading to greater cycling stability;
- enablement of one-step manufacturing of single- or double-sided electrodes.
These grants further strengthen Gelion’s comprehensive LiS IP portfolio, which now includes over 200 patents and patent applications across 44 families, covering anode, cathode, electrolyte, battery design/manufacturing, and battery management ensuring end-to-end protection across the entire Li-S battery value chain.
Recycling patent application accepted
In parallel, Gelion continues to pursue its recycling IP portfolio, with one application recently being accepted in the United States. This application outlines an approach for improving the purity of high-value metals (e.g. nickel, cobalt) recovered from the waste batteries by providing a method for the removal of iron impurities.
The Group expects progression of the application in the U.S. will strengthen applications in other major markets, including Europe and China, in line with Gelion’s IP strategy to have broad protection of its IP portfolio in key markets globally.
Gelion is currently developing its recycling technology with funding support from the UK government, and continues to explore commercialisation opportunities, including securing independent funding in accordance with its strategic plan.
Gelion’s Recycling IP portfolio now includes 9 patent families (with cases both granted and under examination).
Gelion CEO John Wood said: “Gelion’s scientists and engineers are diligently advancing our leadership in Sulfur battery technology as we unlock its full potential. Securing the confidence of our supply chain partners is essential as commercialisation progresses, particularly regarding IP rights. To achieve this, we leverage both our internal expertise and world-class advisors.
“Patent grants serve as a testament to our innovation, and we actively develop, review, and refine (including consolidation of areas where we assess value does not merit cost) our portfolio to maximise and concentrate value. Our focus remains on building a high-quality IP portfolio that strengthens our commercial objectives.”