HeiQ's presence in South Korea supports the advancement of HeiQ GrapheneX from breakthrough materials innovation to real-world battery products. Located in Suwon, at the heart of one of the world's leading battery and high-tech ecosystems, the site brings together technology development, industrial collaboration, and battery-cell manufacturing capabilities.
The proximity to battery manufacturers, advanced materials suppliers, electronics companies, and research organizations enables close collaboration across the value chain, helping accelerate the transition from innovation to commercial applications.
Suwon at a glance
The Suwon site connects HeiQ GrapheneX innovation with one of the world's most advanced battery manufacturing ecosystems, supporting the path from technology development to commercial deployment.
Global battery ecosystem Located in one of the world's most advanced battery and electronics clusters.
Industrial collaboration Working closely with partners across the battery value chain.
Battery-cell development Supporting the development and validation of HeiQ GrapheneX battery technologies.
Pilot manufacturing capability Producing battery cells for evaluation, testing, and development projects.
Integration of HeiQ GrapheneX technology into existing battery manufacturing processes at partner facility.
At the center of battery innovation
South Korea is one of the world's leading hubs for battery technology and manufacturing. HeiQ's Suwon facility connects GrapheneX innovation with industrial partners across the battery value chain, supporting the path from development to commercial deployment.
Country Leadership
Dr. Kyoungjun Choi
General Manager HeiQ South Korea
South Korea
News: HeiQ GrapheneX is finalist for the Swiss Technology Award 2026
HeiQ GrapheneX has been selected as a finalist for the Swiss Technology Award 2026 in the Industry Innovation category, one of Switzerland's highest distinctions for technological innovation.
HeiQ GrapheneX has been selected as a finalist for the Swiss Technology Award 2026 in the Industry Innovation category, one of Switzerland's highest distinctions for technological innovation.
Chosen from more than 120 submissions, HeiQ GrapheneX is recognized for its porous graphene technology, which enables next-generation lithium batteries with significantly higher energy density and improved cell stability. The technology forms the basis of HeiQ GrapheneX battery cells, developed in partnership with a leading Korean battery manufacturer.
The Swiss Technology Award jury selected nine finalists across three categories: Inventors, Rising Stars, and Industry Innovation. HeiQ joins EXITFLEX and Sefar as finalists in the Industry Innovation category.
For HeiQ, the nomination continues a long-standing track record at the Swiss Technology Award:
2010: Winner, HeiQ Oilguard
2020: Winner, HeiQ Viroblock
2024: Finalist, HeiQ AeoniQ
2026: Finalist, HeiQ GrapheneX
The winners will be announced at the Swiss Technology Award Night in Zurich on November 25, 2026.
Joint material development with HeiQ is a phased collaboration that takes your idea toward a validated, launch-ready material.
Joint material development with HeiQ is a phased collaboration that takes your idea toward a validated, launch-ready material. Through a Joint Development Agreement (JDA), we define shared milestones, run focused proof-of-concept work, and make go or no-go decisions at each stage. You work directly with HeiQ experts and facilities, following a clear and transparent IP framework.
Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) bring partners and HeiQ teams together to develop solutions side by side, with direct, day‑to‑day access to HeiQ experts.
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