Maxell, Ltd. is a Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo and Kyoto. It manufactures and sells batteries, functional materials such as coated separators for lithium-ion batteries, optical components, devices, and electrical appliances. The company operates a joint venture, UBE MAXELL, which produces lithium-ion battery separator base films and ceramic-coated separators, with recent plans to expand capacity at its Sakai Works facility starting in fiscal 2026. Formerly known as Hitachi Maxell, Ltd., Maxell is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Also known as Hitachi Maxell, Ltd..
New Sakai Works facility will boost separator base‑film output ~50% with phase‑one in FY2026 and phase‑two in FY2029; complements a facility due in fall 2026 to serve automotive and ESS demand.
