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CATL Partners with Blue Vector on Custom eVTOL Battery

November 4, 2026

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Key Takeaways

CATL will develop a custom aviation battery for Blue Vector's SKYLA V30 eVTOL.
Blue Vector selects CATL as exclusive battery partner.
Partnership covers technology development and market applications.
SKYLA V30 is a six-seat, pure-electric tiltrotor eVTOL.

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Strategic Implications

This partnership may indicate CATL's growing interest in the eVTOL market, suggesting a potential expansion of its battery technology into aviation applications. The collaboration could strengthen Blue Vector's competitive position in the urban air mobility sector, which may lead to increased adoption of eVTOL technology.

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What Happened

Exclusive Battery Deal for SKYLA V30 Electric Aircraft

Blue Vector Intelligent Technology has partnered with CATL to develop a customized aviation battery for its SKYLA V30 eVTOL aircraft. The agreement establishes CATL as the exclusive battery partner for the SKYLA V30, a six-seat, pure-electric tiltrotor designed for low-altitude intercity passenger travel. The partnership will also cover technology development, research coordination, and market applications. According to a post on CATL’s WeChat account, this collaboration was first reported by Gasgoo.

Source | Originally Published: November 3, 2026

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