Friday, 10th October 2025

Albania Energises Future with First Lithium Ion Battery Plant Venture

In a groundbreaking initiative poised to transform Albania's energy landscape, Vega Solar has joined forces with Sainik Industries – Getsun Power to establish the country's first lithium ion battery factory, a move that signals a significant stride towards energy sustainability and diversification

In a strategic move set to catalyse Albania’s journey towards energy independence, Vega Solar has partnered with Sainik Industries – Getsun Power, heralding the construction of the nation’s inaugural lithium ion battery factory. This pioneering project, announced amid the backdrop of an Indian-Albanian business forum in New Delhi, signifies a major leap forward in Albania’s energy transition narrative.

With an impressive projected annual capacity of 100 MW, the facility is poised to play a crucial role in stabilising the country’s renewable energy output. Albania, traditionally reliant on hydropower, faces the perennial challenge of drought, necessitating emergency energy imports. This venture, therefore, marks a crucial step towards diversifying Albania’s energy portfolio.

Bruno Papaj, CEO of Tirana-based Vega Solar, underscored the importance of this joint venture, expected to reach completion within two years. With both Vega Solar and Uttar Pradesh’s Sainik Industries – Getsun Power holding equal stakes in this ambitious endeavour, the collaboration aims not only to manufacture lithium ion batteries but also to produce inverters, enhancing the nation’s energy resilience.

As Albania navigates the complexities of its energy transition, this initiative offers a beacon of hope, promising to balance the nation’s renewable energy sources with its consumption demands, thus fortifying its path towards a sustainable and self-reliant energy future.

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