KOREA SPECIAL BATTERY, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- Korea Special Battery Co., Ltd. (KSB) is a defense industry specialist in developing and producing special batteries for submarines and torpedoes, along with military lithium battery packs. The company actively engages in research for civilian-use batteries for renewable energy and large-capacity energy storage systems (ESS). It secures core competencies through continuous in-house technology development and technical cooperation with leading international battery manufacturers. KSB aims to grow as a leader in both the defense and energy storage system industries.Korea Special Battery Co., Ltd. (KSB) is a defense industry specialist in developing and producing special batteries for submarines and torpedoes, along with military lithium battery packs. The company actively engages in research for civilian-use batteries for renewable energy and large-capacity energy storage systems (ESS). It secures core competencies through continuous in-house technology development and technical cooperation with leading international battery manufacturers. KSB aims to grow as a leader in both the defense and energy storage system industries.
- Submarine Batteries: Development and production of lead-acid batteries for 209 Class, 214 Class, and 3000-ton Class submarines. Possesses technology utilizing high-impact resistant cell cases/covers, low-antimony pressure-cast tubular plates, CSM cathode plates, and electrolyte stirring and cooling systems. Ensures high energy density, large capacity, excellent discharge performance, and high reliability.Submarine Batteries: Development and production of lead-acid batteries for 209 Class, 214 Class, and 3000-ton Class submarines. Possesses technology utilizing high-impact resistant cell cases/covers, low-antimony pressure-cast tubular plates, CSM cathode plates, and electrolyte stirring and cooling systems. Ensures high energy density, large capacity, excellent discharge performance, and high reliability.
- Torpedo Batteries: Development of silver-oxide batteries for heavyweight torpedoes (White Shark, SUT/SST4) and lightweight torpedoes (Blue Shark). Applies high-performance battery technology using silver oxide, zinc, and aluminum as electrodes. Offers a diverse range of torpedo battery products, including combat and exercise battery cells.Torpedo Batteries: Development of silver-oxide batteries for heavyweight torpedoes (White Shark, SUT/SST4) and lightweight torpedoes (Blue Shark). Applies high-performance battery technology using silver oxide, zinc, and aluminum as electrodes. Offers a diverse range of torpedo battery products, including combat and exercise battery cells.
- Military Lithium Battery Packs: Provides various military lithium battery solutions, such as energy storage systems for hybrid field water purification equipment, 6T lithium battery packs, SDV lithium battery packs, DSRV-II lithium battery packs, and ROV lithium battery packs. Applies high-energy density technology optimized for military operational environments.Military Lithium Battery Packs: Provides various military lithium battery solutions, such as energy storage systems for hybrid field water purification equipment, 6T lithium battery packs, SDV lithium battery packs, DSRV-II lithium battery packs, and ROV lithium battery packs. Applies high-energy density technology optimized for military operational environments.
- Civilian Batteries and Systems: Offers lead-acid batteries (SG batteries) suitable for renewable energy and large-capacity power storage (Models: SG1000, SG1500, SG2000, SG3000, SG4000). Develops commercial lithium battery packs for unmanned submersibles, unmanned vessels, electric propulsion vessels, and railway vehicles. Possesses hybrid fuel cell system technology (Models: KSBS-A-0001, 10) and Battery Monitoring System (BMS).Civilian Batteries and Systems: Offers lead-acid batteries (SG batteries) suitable for renewable energy and large-capacity power storage (Models: SG1000, SG1500, SG2000, SG3000, SG4000). Develops commercial lithium battery packs for unmanned submersibles, unmanned vessels, electric propulsion vessels, and railway vehicles. Possesses hybrid fuel cell system technology (Models: KSBS-A-0001, 10) and Battery Monitoring System (BMS).
- Defense Industry Specialization: A national defense industry company specializing in the development and production of special batteries for the Republic of Korea Navy's submarines and torpedoes. Holds a unique position with core technologies contributing to new weapon system construction.Defense Industry Specialization: A national defense industry company specializing in the development and production of special batteries for the Republic of Korea Navy's submarines and torpedoes. Holds a unique position with core technologies contributing to new weapon system construction.
- Core Technology and R&D Capabilities: Accumulation of technology through continuous in-house development and technical cooperation with leading international battery manufacturers like EXIDE (Germany), Sunlight (Greece), and SAFT (France). Active research and development in batteries for new weapon systems and renewable energy. Establishment of a foundation for sustained growth through focused R&D.Core Technology and R&D Capabilities: Accumulation of technology through continuous in-house development and technical cooperation with leading international battery manufacturers like EXIDE (Germany), Sunlight (Greece), and SAFT (France). Active research and development in batteries for new weapon systems and renewable energy. Establishment of a foundation for sustained growth through focused R&D.
- Diverse Product Portfolio: A comprehensive range of products from submarine and torpedo batteries to military lithium battery packs, civilian energy storage systems, and commercial lithium battery packs. A product lineup capable of meeting diverse demands in both defense and civilian markets.Diverse Product Portfolio: A comprehensive range of products from submarine and torpedo batteries to military lithium battery packs, civilian energy storage systems, and commercial lithium battery packs. A product lineup capable of meeting diverse demands in both defense and civilian markets.
- High Quality and Reliability Assurance: Attainment of international certifications for quality (ISO 9001), environmental (ISO 14001), and occupational health and safety (ISO 45001) management systems. Proven product reliability through DQ Mark certification (Defense Quality Mark) for Jangbogo-I (209 Class) submarine lead-acid batteries from the Defense Agency for Technology and Quality. Commitment to providing maximum customer satisfaction through quality management practices.High Quality and Reliability Assurance: Attainment of international certifications for quality (ISO 9001), environmental (ISO 14001), and occupational health and safety (ISO 45001) management systems. Proven product reliability through DQ Mark certification (Defense Quality Mark) for Jangbogo-I (209 Class) submarine lead-acid batteries from the Defense Agency for Technology and Quality. Commitment to providing maximum customer satisfaction through quality management practices.
- Expansion into Energy Storage Systems: Vision to lead the renewable energy and large-capacity energy storage system industries. Track record of installing lead-acid battery ESS for solar power generation systems and experience in developing hybrid fuel cell systems.Expansion into Energy Storage Systems: Vision to lead the renewable energy and large-capacity energy storage system industries. Track record of installing lead-acid battery ESS for solar power generation systems and experience in developing hybrid fuel cell systems.
- Collaboration with Government and Institutions: Active research and development in renewable energy batteries in conjunction with government and government-funded institutions. History of joint development and supplier selection with entities such as the Ministry of National Defense, Defense Acquisition Program Administration, Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP).Collaboration with Government and Institutions: Active research and development in renewable energy batteries in conjunction with government and government-funded institutions. History of joint development and supplier selection with entities such as the Ministry of National Defense, Defense Acquisition Program Administration, Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP).
- Defense Industry: Naval weapon systems and equipment, including submarines, torpedoes, manned/unmanned submersibles, and swimmer delivery vehicles. Military energy storage systems such as field water purification equipment.Defense Industry: Naval weapon systems and equipment, including submarines, torpedoes, manned/unmanned submersibles, and swimmer delivery vehicles. Military energy storage systems such as field water purification equipment.
- Renewable Energy Industry: Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for solar and wind power generation systems.Renewable Energy Industry: Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for solar and wind power generation systems.
- Marine Industry: Marine equipment such as unmanned vessels, electric propulsion vessels, deep-sea rescue submersibles, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and shallow-water underwater mobility solutions.Marine Industry: Marine equipment such as unmanned vessels, electric propulsion vessels, deep-sea rescue submersibles, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and shallow-water underwater mobility solutions.
- Railway Industry: Lithium battery packs for railway vehicles.Railway Industry: Lithium battery packs for railway vehicles.
- Power Generation and Electricity Industry: Qualified supplier registration for equipment to Korea's top 5 power generation companies, including chargers and uninterruptible power supply facilities.Power Generation and Electricity Industry: Qualified supplier registration for equipment to Korea's top 5 power generation companies, including chargers and uninterruptible power supply facilities.
- Vietnam: Export record of gel-type maintenance-free sealed lead-acid batteries (SG) for solar power generationVietnam: Export record of gel-type maintenance-free sealed lead-acid batteries (SG) for solar power generation
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) Certification (2008)ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) Certification (2008)
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) Certification (2010)ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) Certification (2010)
- ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) Certification (2022)ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) Certification (2022)
- Innovation-Business (INNO-BIZ) Certification (2006)Innovation-Business (INNO-BIZ) Certification (2006)
- Registration as a Specialized Company for New and Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind - 2 types) (Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy, 2007)Registration as a Specialized Company for New and Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind - 2 types) (Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy, 2007)
- Eco-label Certification for Solar Power Generation Gel-type Maintenance-Free Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries (SG) (Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute, 2007)Eco-label Certification for Solar Power Generation Gel-type Maintenance-Free Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries (SG) (Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute, 2007)
- DQ Mark Certification for Jangbogo-I (209 Class) Lead-Acid Batteries (Defense Agency for Technology and Quality, 2015)DQ Mark Certification for Jangbogo-I (209 Class) Lead-Acid Batteries (Defense Agency for Technology and Quality, 2015)
- Designation as a Defense Industry Item for Jangbogo-III Batch-I (3000-ton Class) Batteries and Battery Monitoring Systems (Defense Acquisition Program Administration, 2025)Designation as a Defense Industry Item for Jangbogo-III Batch-I (3000-ton Class) Batteries and Battery Monitoring Systems (Defense Acquisition Program Administration, 2025)
- Designation as Defense Materiel for Jangbogo-III Batch-I (3000-ton Class) Batteries and Battery Monitoring Systems (Defense Acquisition Program Administration, 2024)Designation as Defense Materiel for Jangbogo-III Batch-I (3000-ton Class) Batteries and Battery Monitoring Systems (Defense Acquisition Program Administration, 2024)