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Molicel
Molicel is a battery provider founded in 1977 in Taipei, Taiwan. Its products include round monocells, square monocells, and battery packs – ordinary secondary...
Molicel
Molicel is a battery provider founded in 1977 in Taipei, Taiwan. Its products include round monocells, square monocells, and battery packs – ordinary secondary lithium batteries, power batteries, and high-energy batteries. These are used in various applications, including notebook computers, power tools, and solar equipment.
General information
Firm type
Lithium-ion battery cells
Year founded
1998
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Taiwan
City
Taipei
Corporate office
Taipei, Taiwan
Additional offices
London, United Kingdom · Muscat, Oman · Wilmington, Delaware, United States · Redmond, Washington, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is Molicel's relationship with Taiwan Cement Corporation?
Molicel operates as a subsidiary of Taiwan Cement Corporation (TCC), which has systematically diversified from its legacy cement business into energy storage, power batteries, and renewable infrastructure. TCC consolidated the E-One Moli Energy assets under the Molicel brand to create a dedicated battery manufacturing and investment platform. The parent relationship provides Molicel with balance-sheet depth for capital-intensive manufacturing projects while allowing it to maintain distinct branding and commercial focus.
Which industries does Molicel primarily supply with its battery cells?
Molicel specializes in high-rate cylindrical lithium-ion cells for demanding applications. Its cells are widely used in professional-grade power tools, medical devices, aerospace systems, and specialty mobility platforms. The firm has gained particular attention for its role as the dedicated battery supplier to Archer Aviation's eVTOL aircraft program, signaling an emphasis on emerging aviation and high-reliability industrial sectors.
Does Molicel operate as an investment fund or an industrial manufacturer?
Molicel is fundamentally an industrial manufacturer that deploys capital into its own production capabilities. It does not operate a third-party fund structure or accept external limited partners. Its investment activity — such as the Archer Aviation joint venture factory in Georgia — is balance-sheet deployment tied directly to its manufacturing roadmap and strategic supply agreements.
What is Molicel's manufacturing footprint outside of Taiwan?
Molicel maintains a global operational footprint with offices in London, Muscat, Wilmington, Delaware, and Redmond, Washington. The firm's North American expansion includes the announced battery manufacturing facility in Covington, Georgia, a joint venture targeting 2025 production. These sites support both physical manufacturing capacity and commercial engagement with aerospace and industrial clients.
Is Molicel publicly traded or privately held?
Molicel itself is not a publicly listed entity. It is a subsidiary of Taiwan Cement Corporation, which is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. All investment and manufacturing decisions flow through TCC's corporate structure, with capital allocation determined at the parent level.
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