Ilika Plc (LON:IKA) CEO Graeme Purdy explains why the company’s Goliath solid-state battery technology could be a strong fit for Brompton e-bike battery packs, from reducing weight and improving safety to creating fresh commercial opportunities beyond electric vehicles.
The conversation also touches on why this is not a distraction from Ilika’s EV roadmap, and how differentiated battery performance could help unlock demand in markets such as China.
Key Moments
- 00:05 – Why Brompton and e-bikes matter now
- 00:22 – Goliath reaches real-world relevance
- 00:49 – Lighter packs, longer range, better acceleration
- 01:28 – Safety could unlock new transport use cases
- 02:13 – Why Goliath fits the e-bike brief
- 03:03 – From EV cells to e-bike packs
- 03:50 – Why this does not derail the EV strategy
- 04:25 – The China opportunity for premium batteries
Ilika develops solid-state battery technology, with a focus on higher energy density and improved safety for applications including electric vehicles and other mobility uses.
