Our History

Three decades of patented innovation, landmark partnerships, and commercial milestones have shaped Electrovaya into an industry leader.

Celebrating 30 Years of Lithium Ion Innovation

Electrovaya has been advancing lithium-ion innovation since 1996. From early patents and NASA collaborations to major OEM partnerships, global product launches and our North American manufacturing expansion, we've spent decades building a track record of safety, durability and technological leadership.

our history

Milestones That Shaped Our Journey

1996

Company Founded

Company Founded

Electrovaya was founded in 1996, focusing on lithium-ion technologies.

2000

Listed on TSX

Listed on TSX

The company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

2002

NASA Partnership

NASA Partnership

Electrovaya selected by NASA to provide aerocam power system and additional lithium-ion batteries.

2002

Zero Emissions Vehicles

Zero Emissions Vehicles

Electrovaya developed Zero Emission Vehicles partnering with a joint venture company between General Motors and Suzuki.

2003

Launch of Microsoft Scribbler

Launch of Microsoft Scribbler

Electrovaya announced the launch of the Microsoft Scribbler® SC4000 series, a tablet PC.

2010

Chrysler Ram PHEV

Chrysler Ram PHEV

Electrovaya wins contract to supply batteries for the Chrysler Ram PHEV.

2015

Daimler eSmart Vehicle

Daimler eSmart Vehicle

Electrovaya through its German subsidiary supplies Daimler for eSmart vehicles.

2015

Infinity Cells

Infinity Cells

Launched Infinity Battery Technology with superior safety and cycle life.

2017

Downtown Toronto Storage System

Downtown Toronto Storage System

Electrovaya installs 1.5MWh battery energy storage system in downtown Toronto.

2018

Contract with Walmart

Contract with Walmart

Electrovaya wins contract with Walmart to convert a full distribution center to lithium-ion power.

2019

EV-44 Cell Upgraded

EV-44 Cell Upgraded

EV-44 cell improved with high temperature capabilities and UL 2580 recognition.

2020

Forklift Battery Production Expansion

Forklift Battery Production Expansion

Expansion of forklift battery production at new manufacturing site and headquarters.

2022

New Leadership

New Leadership

Dr. Raj DasGupta is appointed CEO of Electrovaya

2023

Listed on the Nasdaq

Listed on the Nasdaq

The company listed on Nadaq Stock Exchange.

2023

EXIM Approval

EXIM Approval

Electrovaya Approved for $51 million Direct Loan from the Export-Import Bank of the United States for its Jamestown, NY Li-Ion Manufacturing Site.

2025

Autonomous Vehicles

Autonomous Vehicles

Electrovaya launches multiple products designed for robotic and autonomous vehicle applications.

OUR FUTURE

Scaling Proven Innovation into the Next Era of Battery Technology

Building on decades of safety, durability and performance leadership, Electrovaya is advancing solid-state innovation and expanding U.S. manufacturing to deliver safer, higher-performance batteries at scale for tomorrow’s mission-critical applications.

NEW TECHNOLOGY

Solid-State
Battery Technology

Building on our proprietary ceramic separator expertise, Electrovaya’s solid-state battery technology represents a significant step toward safer, higher-performance lithium-metal systems.

NEW FACILITY

Jamestown, NY Gigafactory Now Operating

Electrovaya’s Jamestown, New York Gigafactory began battery cell and module assembly operations in 2025, marking a major milestone in its U.S.-based commercial production.

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