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Naxion Energy Introduces India’s First Sodium-Ion Energy Storage Platform

Naxion Energy has taken a significant step in advancing India’s energy ecosystem with the launch of the country’s first sodium-ion–based energy storage systems, offering a fully local, safe, and scalable alternative to conventional lead-acid batteries for mobility and industrial applications.

Designed, developed, and manufactured at the company’s Coimbatore facility, the new All-in-One Energy platform integrates the battery, inverter, and solar MPPT into a single system. The platform addresses a long-standing gap in India’s power and backup infrastructure by providing a safer, lighter, and more cost-efficient solution compared to legacy battery technologies.

Engineered to support the rising demand for clean, reliable, and maintenance-free energy storage across residential, commercial, industrial, and defence sectors, the system delivers long cycle life and consistent performance under extreme Indian climate conditions. Its zero-maintenance design eliminates the need for water top-ups and avoids issues such as corrosion, swelling, or periodic servicing, ensuring predictable long-term reliability.

Speaking at the launch, G Satheesh Reddy, Former Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Scientific Adviser to the Defence Minister, congratulated Naxion Energy on establishing a state-of-the-art sodium-ion battery manufacturing facility. He highlighted the growing need for efficient, sustainable, and secure energy storage solutions as India’s energy generation and mobility landscape evolves, noting the strong potential of sodium-ion technology in addressing material constraints associated with conventional battery systems. He described the launch as an important milestone in strengthening India’s energy security and self-reliance.

The sodium-ion chemistry used in the system is inherently safe, non-flammable, and non-toxic, eliminating risks related to thermal runaway. This makes the solution suitable for dense residential areas, commercial buildings, and enclosed indoor installations. The technology also enables faster charge and discharge rates compared to lead-acid and lithium-based systems, delivering higher power output capable of supporting high-inductive loads such as air conditioners, compressors, pumps, and industrial equipment including welding, cutting, and grinding machines.

Commenting on the company’s broader vision, Abishek Reddy, CEO of Naxion Energy India, said the launch represents more than just a new battery product. He emphasised that the company aims to build the backbone of India’s future energy systems through safe, fully local, and accessible solutions. He noted that sodium-ion technology provides India with a unique opportunity to develop an indigenous supply chain without dependence on scarce imports, enabling collaboration with OEMs and supporting cleaner, more reliable power solutions across high-demand sectors.

India remains one of the world’s largest users of diesel generators for commercial, industrial, and residential backup power. Rising fuel costs, noise pollution, emissions, and high maintenance requirements continue to be major challenges associated with this dependence.

Naxion’s sodium-ion energy storage platform is positioned as a direct replacement for diesel generators, offering two to three times longer life than traditional lead-acid systems while significantly reducing operating costs and downtime. With up to 60 percent lower weight and a compact, modular design, the systems provide flexible installation options across homes, enterprises, and industrial facilities.

Designed to operate reliably in temperatures ranging from –30°C to +70°C, the systems ensure consistent performance during outages and peak load conditions, even in harsh environments. The platform is available in 3.5 kW, 5 kW, and 10 kW variants, each featuring in-built batteries with the ability to expand capacity up to two times.

Beyond product deployment, Naxion Energy is positioning the technology as the foundation for a fully localised and sustainable battery ecosystem aimed at reducing reliance on imported materials and strengthening long-term energy security. The company plans to invest INR 200 crore by the end of next year to enhance manufacturing capacity and expand its workforce by 50 percent.

As part of its nationwide expansion strategy, Naxion Energy is also establishing a new manufacturing facility in Telangana, scheduled to become operational next year to support growing demand from OEMs and enterprise customers.