On March 12th, Zhejiang Narada Power Source Co., Ltd. released a major asset restructuring announcement, stating that to fully focus on the AIDC (Artificial Intelligence Data Center) lithium-ion energy storage sector, Narada Power is accelerating its strategic transformation from lead-acid products to lithium-ion products.
According to the announcement, based on the requirements of its operational development strategy, the company aims to adjust its industrial and product structures, fully focus on AIDC lithium-ion energy storage, and promote the return of operating cash flow. To achieve this strategic focus, perfect the integrated layout of the lithium-ion industry, enhance technological and market competitiveness, and drive steady performance improvement alongside long-term value growth, the Board of Directors has reviewed and approved the transaction. The company will transfer 100% of the equity in its wholly-owned sub-subsidiary engaged in lead recycling, Anhui Huabo Renewable Resources Technology Co., Ltd., to Anhui Houji Lianeng Operation Management Partnership (Limited Partnership) for a transaction price of 1.415 billion RMB.
The core logic behind this decision lies in "strategic focus." As energy storage technology pathways shift from lead-acid batteries to a predominantly lithium-ion approach, the synergy between Huabo Renewable Resources' original recycling business and Narada Power's current industrial layout has continuously weakened. By divesting this non-core business, the company will clarify its market positioning centered on "lithium-ion energy storage," concentrating its management, technological, and financial resources onto its core track.
This transaction not only optimizes the company's asset structure but will also generate substantial cash flow. In addition to the 1.415 billion RMB from the equity transfer, the target company will also repay 1.15 billion RMB in financial assistance as per their agreement. Together, these two transactions will gradually bring a massive capital return of 2.565 billion RMB to Narada Power.
Furthermore, to better revitalize its existing assets and broaden financing channels, Narada Power announced on the same day its intention to utilize a portion of its equipment assets to launch a financial leasing business with a quota not exceeding 50 million RMB. This series of intensive capital operations will significantly alleviate the company's financial and operational pressures, providing robust support for its long-term value growth in the AIDC lithium-ion energy storage sector.
Source：EnergyTrend