Breathe Battery Technologies accelerates growth, doubling team size and lab capacity
(North American Clean Energy) Breathe Battery Technologies has reported a period of rapid growth as demand for advanced battery software continues to rise alongside the global shift toward electrification. Over the past year, the London-based company has significantly expanded its operations, doubling both its workforce and laboratory capacity to support the development of its battery optimisation technology.
The company’s team has grown from around 30 to 60 employees, reflecting increasing interest from automotive and technology manufacturers seeking to improve battery performance through software. As part of this expansion, Breathe has also moved into new offices in Oval, London, marking a major step in scaling its operations and strengthening its position within the battery technology sector.
Alongside team growth, Breathe has also doubled the capacity of its battery laboratory, reinforcing its status as the largest battery testing facility in London. The expanded lab enables the company to conduct more extensive testing and validation of its technology, supporting both product development and collaboration with industry partners. Increasing lab capacity also allows Breathe to accelerate research into battery behaviour and performance, which is critical for refining its adaptive charging solutions.
Breathe’s recent expansion follows several important milestones for the company. One of the most notable developments was the announcement of a partnership with Volvo Cars, which will integrate Breathe’s charging software into the next generation of Volvo electric vehicles. The technology is expected to reduce charging times by around 30% while maintaining the same energy density, driving range and battery health.
These developments reflect the increasing importance of battery optimisation in industries such as electric mobility and consumer electronics. As electrification accelerates, improving charging speed, battery lifespan and efficiency has become a key priority for manufacturers. Software-based solutions like those developed by Breathe offer a way to unlock greater performance from existing battery technologies without requiring fundamental changes to hardware or chemistry.
Looking ahead, the company aims to continue expanding its capabilities while supporting the broader transition to cleaner energy systems. By improving how batteries are managed and used, Breathe’s technology has the potential to enhance the performance and sustainability of electric vehicles, portable electronics and other battery-powered technologies. With its growing team, expanded facilities and partnerships with major manufacturers, the company is positioning itself as an important player in the evolving battery technology landscape.