Britishvolt is a UK-based battery technology company established to develop and manufacture advanced lithium‑ion battery cells domestically. It proposed a flagship gigafactory in Blyth, Northumberland, intended to supply electric vehicle and stationary energy storage markets, with a focus on lower‑carbon manufacturing and building out a localised supply chain.
The company’s plans encompassed cell design, pilot development, and partnerships across raw materials and recycling to support responsible sourcing of key battery inputs. Britishvolt’s stated goal was to help expand the UK’s capacity in battery R&D and production, strengthening the country’s electrification and industrial strategy by adding domestic capability for next‑generation battery technologies.