Industry & Companies Battery Makers to Jointly Expand Capacity in Second Half
LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, and SK On each unveiled plans for new North American production lines.

Ha-neul Jung
Industry Correspondent · July 16, 2026 · 6분
South Korea’s three major battery makers each announced expanded capex plans for the second half, centered on new production lines in North America.
Despite near-term concerns about slowing EV demand, the companies framed the investment as preparation for longer-term demand.
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