Samsung SDI showcases AI‑focused batteries at InterBattery Europe 2025

Samsung SDI is using InterBattery Europe 2025 in Munich to launch a suite of batteries aimed at the growing artificial‑intelligence market, including UPS units for data‑center backup and a container‑based energy‑storage system [1].

Key takeaways

• Five exhibition zones will display products such as the SBB 1.5 ESS, AI Data Center solutions, and a Net Zero Gate highlighting sustainability efforts [1].
• The U8A1 UPS battery claims the highest power output in its class and can reduce installation space by up to 33 % for AI data centers [1].
• The SBB 1.5 ESS is a 20‑foot container delivering 5.26 MWh of storage, ready for grid connection upon installation [1].
• Prismatic batteries feature “no thermal propagation” safety technology that blocks heat spread between cells [1].
• The Battery Showroom will showcase the 46‑series cylindrical cells and all‑solid‑state batteries, while the Net Zero Gate will present battery passports and carbon‑footprint certification [1].

AI‑Driven Battery Solutions at InterBattery Europe

Samsung SDI’s booth in Munich is organized into five distinct zones, each targeting a specific aspect of AI‑related power needs. The SBB 1.5 energy‑storage system (ESS) is presented as a turnkey solution housed in a standard 20‑foot shipping container, combining cells, modules, racks, safety devices and ventilation to deliver 5.26 megawatt‑hours of power ready for immediate grid integration [1].

In the AI Data Center zone, the company highlights its U8A1 UPS battery, designed to provide emergency power to AI‑intensive data centers during outages. Samsung SDI asserts that the U8A1 offers the industry’s highest power output and can free up to one‑third of the floor space compared with earlier UPS models [1]. The Prismatic Tech Hub will demonstrate high‑energy‑density prismatic cells equipped with a “no thermal propagation” safety system that uses multiple integrated devices to prevent heat from spreading between cells [1].

The Battery Showroom will feature the latest 46‑series cylindrical cells and the company’s all‑solid‑state battery lineup, while the Net Zero Gate will focus on Samsung SDI’s sustainability initiatives, including the development of battery passports, raw‑material recycling programs and a carbon‑footprint certification [1].

Why it matters

By aligning its product rollout with the rapid expansion of AI workloads, Samsung SDI is positioning itself as a key supplier for data‑center operators seeking reliable, space‑efficient power backup. The emphasis on safety technologies such as “no thermal propagation” and on eco‑friendly practices underscores a broader industry shift toward resilient and sustainable battery solutions. As AI demand continues to rise, Samsung SDI’s new offerings could influence procurement decisions and set benchmarks for future battery designs.