Solid State plc (LSE:SOLI) has revealed a new strategic alliance between its Custom Power division and Volklec, the UK’s sole independent battery manufacturer. The collaboration is designed to deliver an end-to-end energy solution for the defence sector, covering everything from cell development to battery pack design and lifecycle support. By combining Volklec’s 21700 lithium-ion cell technology with Custom Power’s advanced battery management systems, the partnership aims to reinforce the UK’s industrial base, reduce dependency on overseas suppliers, and contribute to national energy resilience. The initiative is supported by MAKE UK Defence and aligns with the priorities of the 2025 Strategic Defence Review and the government’s Net Zero commitments.
From a financial standpoint, Solid State faces headwinds. The company’s high price-to-earnings ratio points to potential overvaluation, while weaker technical indicators and financial performance limit near-term investor appeal. However, strategic collaborations like this one suggest room for longer-term growth.
About Solid State
Solid State plc is a specialist electronics group supplying durable components, assemblies, and systems for critical use cases in industrial and defence markets. Its expertise spans rugged computing, power solutions, secure communications, imaging, antennas, and electronic displays. The company operates through its Systems and Components divisions, serving industries such as defence, aerospace, energy, robotics, life sciences, and transportation. Headquartered in Redditch, UK, Solid State employs more than 400 staff worldwide and manages operations across 14 sites in the UK and abroad.
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