Bridging the Gap Between Graphite Mining
and the Upstream Battery Market
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Battery Materials Overview
NGC Battery Materials (NGCBM) was formed in 2024 to spearhead Northern’s mine-to-battery strategy, offer innovative solutions to meet the growing demands of the battery market and provide tailored solutions to our customers.
Carbon-based battery materials are key components for advanced battery technologies and carbon-based materials like graphite deliver high-performance energy storage solutions with exceptional efficiency and reliability. These materials enable batteries to operate at peak efficiency, ensuring reliable power delivery for various applications.
Our portfolio includes a range of carbon-based materials, including graphite and macroporous carbons, that play a pivotal role in shaping the future of battery technology. By leveraging carbon-based materials, we’re driving sustainability in the energy sector.
Innovative Battery Tech: Porocarb®
- Advanced porous hard carbon for next-gen solid-state battery anodes
- Boosts energy storage speed and efficiency in Lithium-Ion batteries
- Under evaluation by leading global battery manufacturers
Expert Team: Mining Meets Battery Science
- A team of seasoned PhDs and scientists specializing in carbon materials, electrochemistry, and battery tech
- Deep expertise in developing and placing carbon materials for Lithium-Ion batteries
State-of-the-art Lab: Tailoring Battery Solutions
- German-based lab equipped with cutting-edge techniques for carbon and battery material analysis
- Comprehensive electrochemical and physical battery material evaluations
- Strategic German location for serving European and global markets
North America’s Largest Battery Anode Facility
- BMG overseeing the 200,000 tpy Baie-Comeau Battery Anode Material facility development
- Construction set for 2026, with modular design for OEMs and EV battery makers’ specific needs
- Advanced facility for milling, shaping, purification, and coating of graphite flakes
