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YVERDON-LES-BAINS, Switzerland, 12th<\/sup>\u00a0April 2021<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Leclanch\u00e9 SA<\/a>\u00a0(SIX: LECN), one of the world\u2019s leading energy storage companies, has developed a new,\u00a0high energy 65 Ah lithium-ion pouch cell<\/a>\u00a0to meet the demands of bus and truck manufacturers seeking increased range and operating time for fully electric and hybrid vehicles.<\/p>\n The new GL 65 Ah G\/NMC (graphite\/nickel manganese cobalt oxide) cells are specially designed for energy intensive applications. They provide 10% more energy and feature a 10% increase in energy density (up to 515 Wh \/ l) compared to the Company\u2019s 60 Ah cell \u2013 all within the same size and weight. The cells use state of the art materials that allow for longer lifetime, high cycle life along with fast charge capability. This allows for extended range and 80% recharge in less than 30 minutes. The high volumetric density, combined with their high cycle stability, make these cells well suited for heavy duty applications such as buses and trucks.<\/p>\n \u201cOur new GL 65 energy cell addresses the need for increased operating range and reduced charging time, without any increase in size or weight,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0said Dr. Hilmi Buqa, Vice-President Cell R&D, Leclanch\u00e9<\/strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cThis cell uses state of the art electrode designs forming the foundation of our upcoming automotive cell. Together with our 60 Ah G\/NMC cell, we can now provide a broader range of solutions to meet our clients\u2019 needs and to help them to continue innovating.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n State-of-the Art Manufacturing Technology<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n The GL 65 energy cells (as well as the GL 60 cells) are manufactured by Leclanch\u00e9 in its\u00a0production facility located<\/a>\u00a0in Willst\u00e4tt, Germany. The cells are made using the Company\u2019s proprietary production process. The electrodes are manufactured in a highly sophisticated water-based process \u2013 rather than by using organic solvents \u2013 resulting in significantly reduced environmental impact and a lower carbon footprint.<\/p>\n Complete\u00a0specifications<\/a>\u00a0are available online. For more information, visit\u00a0www.leclanche.com\/cell<\/a>\u00a0or contact Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s team at\u00a0info@leclanche.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s new high energy, 65 Ah lithium-ion pouch cell is designed for energy intensive applications. It features 10% more energy and a 10% increase in energy density compared to the Company\u2019s 60 Ah cell.<\/p><\/div>\n Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s production facility in Willst\u00e4tt, Germany, manufactures the Company\u2019s new GL 65 energy cells.<\/p><\/div>\n About Leclanch\u00e9<\/strong><\/p>\n Headquartered in Switzerland, Leclanch\u00e9 SA is a leading provider of high-quality energy storage solutions designed to accelerate our progress towards a clean energy future. Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s history and heritage is rooted in over 100 years of battery and energy storage innovation and the Company is a trusted provider of energy storage solutions globally. This coupled with the Company\u2019s culture of German engineering and Swiss precision and quality, continues to make Leclanch\u00e9 the partner of choice for both disruptors, established companies and governments who are pioneering positive changes in how energy is produced, distributed and consumed around the world. The energy transition is being driven primarily by changes in the management of our electricity networks and the electrification of transport, and these two end markets form the backbone of our strategy and business model. Leclanch\u00e9 is at the heart of the convergence of the electrification of transport and the changes in the distribution network. Leclanch\u00e9 is the only listed pure play energy storage company in the world, organised along three business units: stationary storage solutions, e-Transport solutions and specialty batteries systems. Leclanch\u00e9 is listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange (SIX: LECN).<\/p>\n SIX Swiss Exchange: ticker symbol LECN | ISIN CH 011 030 311 9<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Disclaimer<\/strong><\/p>\n This press release contains certain forward-looking statements relating to Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s business, which can be identified by terminology such as \u201cstrategic\u201d, \u201cproposes\u201d, \u201cto introduce\u201d, \u201cwill\u201d, \u201cplanned\u201d, \u201cexpected\u201d, \u201ccommitment\u201d, \u201cexpects\u201d, \u201cset\u201d, \u201cpreparing\u201d, \u201cplans\u201d, \u201cestimates\u201d, \u201caims\u201d, \u201cwould\u201d, \u201cpotential\u201d, \u201cawaiting\u201d, \u201cestimated\u201d, \u201cproposal\u201d, or similar expressions, or by expressed or implied discussions regarding the ramp up of Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s production capacity, potential applications for existing products, or regarding potential future revenues from any such products, or potential future sales or earnings of Leclanch\u00e9 or any of its business units. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. Such forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Leclanch\u00e9 regarding future events, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements. There can be no guarantee that Leclanch\u00e9\u2019s products will achieve any particular revenue levels. Nor can there be any guarantee that Leclanch\u00e9, or any of the business units, will achieve any particular financial results.<\/p>\n \n Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n Media S<\/strong>witzerland \/Europe:<\/strong><\/p>\n Thierry Meyer<\/p>\n T: +41 (0) 79\u00a0785 35 81<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0tme@dynamicsgroup.ch<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Media North America:<\/strong><\/p>\n Henry Feintuch \/ Ashley Blas<\/p>\n T: +1-914-548-6924 \/ +1-509-494-4053<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0leclanche@feintuchpr.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Media Germany:<\/strong><\/p>\n Christoph Miller<\/p>\n T: +49 (0) 711 947 670<\/p>\n E-mail:\u00a0leclanche@sympra.de<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.leclanche.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Leclanche-Cell20211-1.png\")