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Ilika CEO Graeme Purdy walked WardsAuto through the challenge behind scaling battery production in the region — and why he believes success at it would create a competitive advantage for the industry.

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) has completed its PRIMED programme, boosting Goliath battery performance. It's now focused on early revenue from its 10Ah cell, with interest from defence, e-bike and automotive partners. Genflow Biosciences Ltd (LSE:GENF, OTCQB:GENFF, FRA:WQ5) says its SLAB trial in ageing dogs has hit its primary endpoint. The CEO calls it a big accomplishment for the company's SIRT6 therapy platform. EnergyPathways PLC (AIM:EPP) has appointed Jacobs as engineering partner for its MESH storage project. The CEO calls long-duration storage "the key missing piece" of th

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) CEO Graeme Purdy spoke with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the latest progress with the company's Goliath battery technology following completion of its PRIMED programme, and why Ilika is focusing on commercial opportunities for its 10Ah cell. Purdy highlighted improved manufacturing repeatability as a particularly important outcome, with Ilika using its automated pilot line to produce a consistent set of cells for evaluation by different partners, something he said matters when engineers assess cells for integration into battery packs. On the decis

Sunda Energy PLC (AIM:SNDA, FRA:GHA0) expects its New Zealand acquisition to complete around late September or early October. The producing assets averaged over 1,000 barrels of oil equivalent a day in H1, and it's also opened a capital access window in London while exploring funding options. Sintana Energy Inc (TSX-V:SEI, OTCQB:SEUSF, FRA:3ZX1, AIM:SEI) has signed a deal for a 5% stake in Angola's Block KON-16, paying $2.5 million for the interest. Partners are now working towards a pre-salt exploration well in 2027. Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) has completed a grant-backed progr

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A), the UK developer of solid-state battery technology, said it had successfully completed its grant-supported PRIMED programme to improve the performance of its Goliath 10Ah battery prototypes. The project drew interest from a UK defence agency, which...

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) this week outlined continued commercial progress across its Stereax and Goliath solid-state battery businesses, with chief executive Graeme Purdy highlighting the company's transition into revenue generation alongside several commercial catalysts...

lika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) CEO Graeme Purdy joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss commercial progress across the company's Stereax and Goliath solid-state battery programmes. Purdy said Ilika has reached a significant milestone with Stereax, having recognised around £100,000 in revenue from the sale of commercial-grade electrodes to Cirtec for incorporation into the M300 product, due to launch later this year. A second income stream through product royalties is expected once devices reach end customers. "We have actually transitioned into a product revenue generating busi

Ilika (AIM:IKA) says it's now a revenue-generating business, with initial royalties from its Stereax miniature solid-state batteries expected in its 2027 financial year. Releasing its 2026 results, the company said its larger Goliath battery is also attracting interest from defence and e-bike markets, including a collaboration with Brompton Bicycle. Allergy Therapeutics (AIM:AGY) says revenue growth accelerated in its second half, with full-year revenue up 9% to £59.9 million. Double-digit growth is expected next year as Grassmuno enters its first full peak treatment season. Ecora Royalties (L

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) flagged that it is now a revenue-generating business, with initial royalties from its miniature solid-state batteries expected to flow in the 2027 financial year as it moves from development towards commercial production. In the battery developer's...

Galliford Try (LSE:GFRD) has secured a place on the £1.5 billion YORbuild Major Works 2 framework, covering public sector projects across Yorkshire, the North East and the Midlands. The appointment runs for four years across two project size categories. Itaconix (AIM:ITX) has extended its collaboration with Bonals Technologies until December 2028 to push plastic-free detergent tablets into the US and Canadian markets. The company says its 8-gram dish detergent tablet is already generating strong interest from purpose-driven brands. Quantum Blockchain Technologies (AIM:QBT) has produced the fir

EnergyPathways PLC (AIM:EPP) has formally accepted the gas storage licence for its MESH project and launched the next phase of development. The company is targeting a final investment decision in 2028, with commercial operations planned for 2031. Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) says a retail offer, alongside an institutional placing, will help fund the commercial rollout of its Stereax and Goliath batteries. The funding supports customer validation, product deliveries and the next stage of Goliath development. Metals One PLC (AIM:MET1, FRA:HT7, OTCQB:MTOPF) has increased its stake in

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A), the AIM-listed developer of solid-state battery technology, received a broker endorsement after raising £4.5 million through an accelerated bookbuild at 28p a share, alongside a retail offer of up to £500,000 at the same price. Solid-state batteries...

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A), the UK developer of solid-state battery technology, has raised £4.56 million before expenses through an oversubscribed share placing and subscription. Solid-state batteries replace the flammable liquid electrolyte found in conventional lithium-ion...

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) CEO Graeme Purdy joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss the company's £0.5 million offer to retail investors, made on the same terms as its £4.56 million institutional placing, and how the combined proceeds will drive commercialisation of its two solid-state battery platforms, Stereax and Goliath. Around £2 million is earmarked for Stereax, supporting technology transfer with US partner Cirtec, customer validation and product deliveries, activities Purdy expects to trigger Ilika's initial royalty payments. The remainder will advance the Goliath

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) CEO, Graeme Purdy, talked with Proactive about the company’s latest commercial progress, including the first recognised revenue from its Stereax solid-state battery technology and growing interest in its Goliath battery platform. Purdy described the...

Metals One PLC (AIM:MET1, FRA:HT7, OTCQB:MTOPF) is targeting uranium recovery from historic mine waste in Colorado's Uravan Belt with zero capex exposure, thanks to its partnership with DISA Technologies.  Gamma data is due by end of May and assay results by Q3, with a potential revenue stream emerging as early as mid-2027. Critical Mineral Resources PLC (LSE:CMRS, FRA:98J) is drilling copper intercepts averaging five metres at Agadir Melloul in Morocco — well above its two-metre target — with less than 3% of the area tested so far.  A maiden resource is targeted for Q3, with mine construction

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A), the solid-state battery developer, has delivered a trading update broadly in line with its broker's expectations while demonstrating meaningful progress on the commercialisation of both its miniature Stereax and larger-format Goliath battery...