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Samsung SDI Secures 1 GWh US-Made NCA Battery Storage Deal for US Projects
Samsung SDI has signed an agreement to supply 1 GWh of NCA battery storage to Alpha Omega Power in the US. All battery cells and modules will be manufactured domestically in the United States. This deal features the advanced SBB 1.7 containerized solution for projects commencing in 2027.
Samsung SDI has secured a significant agreement to supply 1 GWh of nickel cobalt aluminum (NCA) battery storage to a US customer. All cells and modules for these battery systems will be manufactured within the United States.
The deal is with Alpha Omega Power (APO), a utility and independent power producer. Samsung SDI is set to deliver its Samsung Battery Box (SBB) 1.7, a containerized energy storage solution, for projects scheduled to begin construction in 2027. These projects are planned for the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) and Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) energy markets.
The manufacturing of the battery cells and modules for the containers, as outlined in the supply agreement, will take place at Samsung SDI’s StarPlus Energy (SPE) plant in Kokomo, Indiana. Delivery is anticipated before the end of 2026.
By selecting Samsung SDI, APO is making a substantial investment in NCA chemistry battery storage. This investment occurs in a global market where lithium iron phosphate (LFP) based chemistry continues to hold a leading position. The investment also aligns with the US government's consideration of further restrictions on imported power equipment.
The SBB 1.7 from Samsung SDI incorporates a high-nickel NCA chemistry, resulting in an energy density that is 17% greater than its predecessor, the SBB 1.5, while occupying the identical 20-foot footprint. The manufacturer highlights fire safety as an essential aspect of the design. Samsung SDI’s proprietary Enhanced Direct Injection technology is integrated into the battery storage solution, enabling direct injection of fire-extinguishing agents into individual battery modules.
This latest agreement brings Samsung SDI’s total contracted energy storage supply to APO to 1.5 GWh, including a previous contract signed in 2025. According to Fabrice Hudry, president ESS of Samsung SDI America, the company’s “differentiated technology” and US production capabilities will continue to drive its expansion in the North American ESS market. Paul Choi, CEO of Alpha Omega Power, added that “American-made ESS from Samsung SDI will play an important role in AOP’s continued growth” and strengthen the domestic supply chain supporting the next generation of energy infrastructure.
This article is based on information from pv magazine.
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