Farasis Energy is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance lithium-ion battery technology and pouch cells for electric mobility and other sustainable power storage solutions. Founded in 2002 in California, the company now operates research and development centers in China, Germany, and the United States. There are currently two production facilities in China, with further production facilities being built by 2025, thereby increasing total planned capacity to 180 GWh/a.  A new battery plant is also being built in Gemlik (Turkey) with the establishment of the Siro joint venture between Turkish electric car manufacturer Togg and Farasis Energy. Major strategic partners include companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Togg and Geely. www.farasis-energy.com.