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The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs
BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it will be cheaper over the vehicle lifetime to operate an EV. Selecting the right chemistry then will be imperative for getting a low enough vehicle price. So why is a clear dichotomy seen between the batteries being deployed in China compared to Europe?
Electric vehicles in construction are an emerging market. Despite this, IDTechEx has built a database of more than 100 example makes and models across seven different construction vehicle categories. However, with lots of vehicles still yet to be released, only 49 database entries have confirmed chemistry information. With Europe and China being more established markets for electric construction vehicles, conclusions about battery chemistry trends from OEMs in these regions can be made. What is obvious at this early stage is that Europe heavily favors NMC, while China has chosen LFP.
Battery Requirements in Construction Vehicles
So why would one select NMC, LFP, or even lead acid, for that matter? Electrifying construction equipment is a fascinating and nuanced topic. The priorities for a battery are huge capacities at low costs. With some of these machines being gargantuan, and usually requiring concrete counterbalances to handle the massive loads they encounter, battery weight isn’t so much of an issue. Power density is also not much of a priority. Unlike electric cars, construction vehicles do not tend to have large spikes in power demand and are more likely to operate at a steady rate for a long time. As an example, the Tesla Model S has a ~60kWh battery and ~210kW motor power, meaning its battery must be able to deliver a peak of 3.5C (power divided by capacity). This is a typical requirement of road cars; hence, they tend to favor power-dense chemistries like NMC. By contrast, the Volvo L25 electric (an electric compact loader) has a battery capacity of 40kWh and a maximum motor power of 36kW, so the battery is only required to discharge at a maximum of 0.9C, well below road car expectations.
The same is true when you move to the really big stuff. The XCMG XE270E is a 27-tonne excavator leviathan with a battery capacity of 525kWh, but its motor is a measly 140kW (~0.27C). In fact, research in IDTechEx’s report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that the vast majority of electric construction vehicles have a peak discharge requirement of less than 1C, with one quarter of vehicles requiring less than 0.25C peak discharge.
A low peak discharge requirement can be fulfilled by lead acid batteries, which is likely why it had a brief moment in the sun in the early days of construction electrification. The European examples that used lead acid were mainly from the mid-2010s, at which point lithium-ion technologies were still scaling and were much more expensive than lead acid. However, these vehicles were seriously limited, with low endurance and slow recharge times, making their use a challenge. Lead acid was quickly replaced with lithium-ion as it became more financially viable.
Both NMC and LFP offer the required performance for construction, happily coping with the peak discharging requirements and having high enough volumetric and gravimetric densities to fit in the machines. Speaking broadly, NMC tends to be a higher-performance battery than LFP, with better energy and power densities but coming at a premium. It would make sense then for the industry to select LFP. It offers all the needed performance while helping minimize the premium of building an electric vehicle, the number one priority for electric construction vehicles. Why, then, does the European market mostly use NMC?
Why is NMC dominant in Europe and LFP in China?
The best explanation is that it has been a case of availability. Most of the electric construction development so far has used battery pack suppliers, such as Northvolt, Forsee and Volta, and most of their products use NMC. IDTechEx’s research finds that over 75% of the offerings from European and North American pack manufacturers use NMC. These companies have been supplying a range of industries, including heavy-duty road vehicles like buses and trucks. These vehicles will have quite high peak power to deal with acceleration events, hills, etc. and will likely suit NMC better. IDTechEx speculates that this is why Europe has been mostly choosing NMC so far, but with battery pricing being a key factor in the success of electric construction vehicles, it is likely that there will be increased LFP uptake in the future.
Meanwhile, in China, LFP is already the dominant chemistry choice. China already has a good supply of LFP solution. This has risen as its vehicle fleet has rapidly been electrified, and it needed a cheap solution that could provide acceptable energy density (vehicle range) and keep the vehicle affordable. By contrast, European and North American electric vehicle markets have focussed on maximizing vehicle range, normally opting for the more expensive NMC and anticipating consumers will be more comfortable with the additional cost. This is good news for China’s electric construction industry, which has been able to build very large batteries relatively quickly and deploy some huge machines, such as the XCMG example already mentioned.
Unfortunately, there is not much data concerning which North American or APAC-based OEMs favor battery chemistries. This is mostly because OEMs in this region are only just beginning their electrification journeys. North America is a prime example; giants of the industry CAT and John Deere have made a recent push with electric construction vehicles showcased at BAUMA 2022, CES 2023, and CONEXPO 2023. However, these are still some years away from production, and battery chemistries are yet to be confirmed. However, an educated guess would suggest that CAT will likely use NMC for similar reasons to Europe.
Sodium ion, a Future Candidate?
Another possible contender for the construction industry is sodium-ion. This is an emerging chemistry and does not have an established market yet. The key thing to know is that sodium-based solutions can be produced at lower costs than lithium ones, but they will not have the same performance. In this respect, they share the qualities of LFP. The issue is that they are not yet a scaled solution, so they are more expensive than both LFP and NMC while having worse performance. Sodium, therefore, does not make sense in the construction industry for the time being. However, when scaled and delivering the promised price reduction, it could be a prime match for the needs of this nuanced market.
The electric construction industry is still nascent, with few vehicles in series production. However, if recent activity and announcements are to be believed, then the number of machines available in the next few years is going to explode. In IDTechEx’s report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, a 10-year CAGR of 37% is forecasted, with the electric construction machine industry growing to a value of US$150 billion in 2043. All of this growth is going to give rise to a significant battery demand, and whether it be NMC, LFP, or perhaps even Na-ion, the evolution of this industry is going to be electrifying.
IDTechEx Mobility Research
IDTechEx is actively researching autonomy and electrification and has just released a new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043”. Find out more about this report, including downloadable sample pages, at www.IDTechEx.com/EVConstruction.
This research forms part of the broader mobility research portfolio from IDTechEx, who track the adoption of autonomy, electric vehicles, automotive semiconductors, battery trends, and demand across land, sea and air, helping you navigate whatever may be ahead. Find out more at www.IDTechEx.com/Research/EV.
About IDTechEx
IDTechEx guides your strategic business decisions through its Research, Subscription and Consultancy products, helping you profit from emerging technologies. For more information, contact [email protected] or visit www.IDTechEx.com.
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Bitget Wallet Lists Ecosystem Token BWB on Native Launchpad, Seeks to Capitalize on Market Momentum
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bitget Wallet, one of the largest multi-chain wallets, has announced that its official ecosystem token will be listed on its native launchpad from May 23, 18:00 (UTC+8). This move marks a significant milestone in Bitget Wallet’s commitment to revolutionizing the digital asset landscape and providing users with unparalleled opportunities for growth and engagement.
Users who have accumulated at least $200 worth of transactions in the month of May on Bitget Swap, the wallet’s native trading platform, will be eligible for the public round of the launchpad.
“For a project to launch its own token, careful and robust consideration of various factors have to be made,” Alvin Kan, COO of Bitget Wallet comments. “A clear understanding of a project’s unique value proposition on the market, together with a strong community to back it, are paramount requirements that need to be met before a token launch. We are satisfied that these conditions have been adequately met at this point in time, which have led us to this strategic move.”
BWB Tokenomics
Following the recent conclusion of the BWB Points campaign, the BWB token, set to launch on Solana, Ethereum, and Base chains, will be capped at a total supply of 1 billion. 47% of this total supply will be allocated to the community treasury and 10% will go to investors, while 5% will be reserved for the pre-TGE (token generation event) airdrop.
Aside from community governance rights, BWB can also be used to cover gas fees on multiple chains, staking, and will qualify holders for future airdrops from Bitget Wallet. The token will soon make its way to the wallet’s native launchpad.
Bitget Wallet Launchpad: Democratizing DeFi
Distinguishing Bitget Wallet from other wallets by providing new and innovative ways to improve the overall user experience has been a central focus of Bitget Wallet’s development roadmap this year. By introducing a native launchpad, the wallet aims to provide an avenue for users to better discover new and upcoming projects that have been carefully vetted by the Bitget Wallet team. In doing so, not only will users be able to better capitalize on various “low risk, high return” opportunities in the DeFi space, it also empowers retail investors to follow smart money and trends in the industry.
“The democratization of investment opportunities is an important goal that we are working towards, as this allows users to participate in high-quality projects and strengthens the participation and reward mechanism of the entire ecosystem,” Alvin says.
Being one of the first wallets on Web3 to integrate a native launchpad also means that users will be able to participate in leading projects right from the convenience of their Bitget Wallet mobile application. The launch of the platform’s ecosystem token on its very own native launchpad marks a pivotal milestone in Bitget Wallet’s aims to expand its global influence and deepen customer engagement.
About Bitget Wallet
Bitget Wallet is Asia’s largest and a leading global Web3 wallet with over 20 million users worldwide. It offers a comprehensive range of features, including asset management, intelligent market data, swap trading, launchpad, inscribing, NFT, DApp, and token earning center. Currently, it supports more than 100 major blockchains, hundreds of EVM-compatible chains, and over 250,000 cryptocurrencies. Bitget Wallet enhances liquidity by aggregating it across hundreds of top DEXs and cross-chain bridges, facilitating seamless trading on nearly 50 blockchains.
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KuCoin Ventures Announces Strategic Investments in ELFi Protocol to Enhance Derivatives Trading Experience
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin Ventures, the investment arm of the global cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin, has announced a strategic investment in ELFi, a cutting-edge decentralized derivatives trading platform. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the cryptocurrency derivatives market, emphasizing the strategic partnership between the two entities.
ELFi has been at the forefront of innovation in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, offering a suite of advanced trading functionalities that cater to both retail and institutional investors. As a pioneer in supporting Portfolio Margin within the P2Pool model, ELFi has demonstrated its commitment to providing sophisticated risk management systems for listing contracts across various risk levels.
The strategic partnership between KuCoin Ventures and ELFi is expected to unlock new opportunities for both parties. Leveraging the industry insights of KuCoin Ventures, ELFi is set to achieve substantial growth. Conversely, ELFi’s innovative trading solutions will diversify services offered by KuCoin Ventures. Some of the key highlights of the partnership include: enhanced liquidity for ELFi, advancements in risk management for all participants and innovation in pool designs.
“KuCoin Ventures is excited to partner with ELFi, a platform that shares our vision for a more open and accessible financial future. This investment is not just financial; it’s a strategic move to integrate ELFi’s innovative trading solutions into our ecosystem, providing our users with a superior trading experience.” Said Johnny Lyu, CEO of KuCoin Exchange.
KuCoin Ventures has been actively seeking out and investing in promising blockchain and cryptocurrency projects that align with its vision of a decentralized and inclusive financial ecosystem. The investment in ELFi is a testament to KuCoin’s commitment to supporting projects that bring transformative solutions to the market.
ABOUT KUCOIN VENTURES
KuCoin Ventures aims to invest in the most disruptive crypto and blockchain projects of the Web 3.0 era. As a community-friendly and research-driven investor, KuCoin Ventures works closely with portfolio projects throughout the entire life cycle, with a focus on DeFi, GameFi, and other Web3.0 infrastructures.
ABOUT ELFi Protocol
ELFi is a decentralized derivatives trading platform that focuses on delivering top-notch trading functionalities. It’s the pioneer in supporting Portfolio Margin within the P2Pool model, and boasts a sophisticated risk management system for listing contracts of various risk levels. Additionally, ELFi introduces innovative liquidity pool designs, offering industry-first zero-risk stablecoin liquidity pools and LSD re-collateralized liquidity pools. It strives to better meet market and user demands through features like risk isolation, asset pricing, and LST asset support.
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Financial Evolution: Merging Traditions with Fintech and Blockchain Innovations at MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit
The financial industry is undergoing a seismic shift as fintech and blockchain technologies pave the way for unprecedented innovation and transformation. At the upcoming MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit, a high-profile panel titled “Financial Evolution: Merging Traditions with Fintech and Blockchain Innovations” will delve deep into this exciting evolution. This session will explore how established financial institutions are integrating these advanced technologies to revolutionize services, enhance security, and increase efficiency.
Moderator: Anna Agu
Leading the panel is Anna Agu, CEO and Managing Partner at Lex Law Office OU and Director at Lex Law Office LT UAB. With her extensive legal expertise in the fintech sector, Agu is perfectly positioned to guide the discussion, ensuring a thorough exploration of the delicate balance between maintaining traditional financial principles and embracing innovative technologies.
Panelists:
- Merit Leib – Compliance Consultant at LEIB Regulatory & Compliance Risk Consulting
- Astra Tikas – Founding Board Member of INO (Internet Native Organization)
- Dr. Dean Rakic – Chief Scientist at Blockcontrol
- Saulius Racevicius – Senior Associate of PSP Lab LLP and Board Member of the Fintech Hub LT
- Evaldas Krampas – CEO at SpectroCoin and Head of Crypto Hub Lithuania
Why Attend?
The “Financial Evolution: Merging Traditions with Fintech and Blockchain Innovations” panel at the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit is a must-attend for professionals across the financial sector. Here’s why:
- Gain Comprehensive Insights: Learn from top experts about the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in fintech and blockchain.
- Regulatory Perspectives: Understand the importance of compliance and how to navigate regulatory challenges effectively.
- Technical Knowledge: Dive deep into the technical aspects of blockchain integration and learn about cutting-edge developments.
- Practical Implementation: Gain practical insights into how traditional financial institutions are successfully integrating new technologies.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders and peers who are driving innovation in finance.
Join Us
This panel provides a unique opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving financial landscape. Join us at the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit to explore how fintech and blockchain technologies are reshaping finance and what it means for the future. Engage with industry leaders, gain actionable insights, and network with peers at the forefront of financial innovation.
Secure your spot today and be part of this transformational journey. Don’t miss the chance to be involved in discussions that will shape the future of finance. See you at the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit!
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