Saft: Major Order From BEL to Supply Li-ion Batteries for Defence Applications
design and manufacture of high-tech batteries for industry, has won an order
worth in excess of
lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.
The BEL order covers an immediate requirement for a new application for
Li-ion batteries. Working to a very challenging delivery lead time, over the
six-month contract Saft will supply over 200,000 Li-ion cells to BEL as well
as a number of fully integrated battery packs with protection electronics.
About BEL
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), the leading Indian defence electronics
company, manufactures a wide range of cutting-edge Military Communication
Systems, Radars and Sonars, Naval Systems, Telecom & Broadcast Systems,
Electronic Warfare Systems, Tank Electronics, Opto Electronics, Professional
Electronic Components and Solar Powered Systems. With 12,371 employees, BEL
has nine manufacturing units across
For more information, visit BEL at http://www.bel-india.com
About Saft
Saft (Euronext: Saft) is a world specialist in the design and manufacture
of high-tech batteries for industry. Saft batteries are used in high
performance applications such as industrial infrastructure and processes,
transportation, space and defence. Saft is the world’s leading manufacturer
of nickel-cadmium batteries for industrial applications and of primary
lithium batteries for a wide range of end markets. The group is also the
European leader for specialised advanced technologies for the defence and
space industries. With approximately 4,000 employees worldwide, Saft is
present in 18 countries. Its 15 manufacturing sites and extensive sales
network enable the group to serve its customers worldwide. Saft is listed in
For more information, visit Saft at http://www.saftbatteries.com
Press contacts
e-mail: jill.ledger@saftbatteries.com
e-mail:antoine.brenier@saftbatteries.com
SOURCE Saft