Samsung SDI Participates in IAA 2015

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SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung SDI (KRX:006400) participated in International Auto Show Germany (IAA 2015 - Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung known as Frankfurt Motor Show) held in Frankfrut from September 15. Samsung SDI was the only global battery manufacturer that participated in the motor show.

This year, Samsung SDI showcased not only its electronic vehicle Battery Business but also its Automobile Material Business and SDIBS (SDI Battery systems), Battery Pack Development Business undertaken from Magna this May.

Samsung SDI presented a full line-up of various battery cells, introducing Standardized Modules that are compatible with both PHEV and EV as well as newly developed high-performance packs by SDIBS. Samsung SDI introduced the best EV battery solution to the world, which has been satisfying the global carmakers' high expectation.

Samsung SDI also exhibited the automotive EP (Engineering Plastic) products that were developed through a technology that has been accumulated by taking a leading role in manufacturing and distributing high-quality materials for home appliances such as smartphones, TV, refrigerators and so on.

Samsung SDI has introduced distinctively lightweight and eco-friendly plastic materials for next-generation automobiles, such as non-painted metallic materials, high/semi-gloss materials and two color injection molding materials.

"During IAA period, Samsung SDI introduces innovative solutions and roadmap in the field of battery-electric technology." said Nam Seong Cho, Samsung SDI's CEO. "By strengthening the current and the new partnership at the same time, we will take the lead in the electric automotive era through continuous development of innovative battery."

Contacts:

Samsung SDI
David Kim, +82-2-2255-2655
[email protected]

Joanne Cho, +82-2-2255-2613
[email protected]

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SOURCE Samsung SDI