Eos Energy Enterprises and TETRA Technologies, Inc. Extend Partnership, Expanding Electrolyte Production Capacity
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOSE) expands partnership with TETRA Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TTI) to establish TETRA as the preferred strategic supplier of electrolyte products for Eos's new Eos Z3™ long duration energy storage cube, with TETRA expected to supply a minimum of 75% of the total electrolyte product demand. This partnership aims to achieve growth, reduce cost, and improve overall performance of the battery, with TETRA's investment in expanded bromine production better positioning Eos to achieve necessary scale over the next several years. The agreement supports progress on the Company's path to profitability and includes favorable pricing and cost savings allocation methodologies, with the potential for extending the agreement beyond the initial four-year term.
Understanding the strategic partnership between Eos Energy Enterprises and TETRA Technologies requires a deep dive into the market dynamics of the energy storage industry. The commitment to a minimum supply of 75% of Eos's electrolyte product demand by TETRA is a significant move, as electrolyte solutions are critical components in zinc-based energy storage systems. The energy storage market is on a rapid growth trajectory, driven by the global shift towards renewable energy sources and the need for reliable energy storage solutions. Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) systems, like the Eos Z3™ cube, are particularly relevant as they can store energy for several hours to days, making them ideal for grid stability and renewable integration.
The partnership is likely to provide Eos with a competitive edge in terms of cost and quality, given TETRA's investment in expanded bromine production and its patented high-purity zinc-bromide manufacturing process. For investors, this could translate to potential improvements in Eos's financial performance over time, as the cost per battery is expected to decrease while quality and performance improve. The agreement's alignment with the Inflation Reduction Act objectives also suggests potential access to government incentives, which could further enhance profitability and market positioning for Eos.
In the context of supply chain strategy, the partnership between Eos and TETRA is a crucial step towards securing a reliable and efficient supply chain for Eos's energy storage solutions. The focus on securing raw materials from other industries for scale and cost efficiencies is a strategic approach to supply chain management, especially in an industry where material sourcing can be a bottleneck. The agreement with TETRA not only ensures a steady supply of the critical electrolyte solution but also leverages TETRA's U.S.-based production, which is significant in the current geopolitical climate where domestic sourcing is increasingly valued.
The favorable pricing and cost savings allocation methodologies included in the agreement indicate a collaborative effort to drive down costs, which is essential for scaling operations in a cost-sensitive market. By locking in a long-term supply agreement with provisions for extensions, Eos mitigates the risk of supply chain disruptions and price volatility, which can have a substantial impact on operational stability and investor confidence.
From an energy sector perspective, the collaboration between Eos and TETRA reflects the strategic importance of vertical integration in the renewable energy and energy storage sectors. Eos's choice of TETRA as a preferred supplier signals confidence in TETRA's ability to meet the growing demand for high-quality electrolyte products essential for the Eos Z3™ long duration energy storage cube. The emphasis on American-made products and the development of a U.S. supply chain resonate with current trends toward energy independence and sustainability.
The expanded partnership is indicative of Eos's commitment to scaling up production and achieving cost reductions, which are vital for success in the competitive energy storage market. Investors and stakeholders should note the potential for increased market share and revenue growth for both Eos and TETRA as the demand for LDES solutions continues to rise. The explicit mention of the Inflation Reduction Act objectives suggests that both companies are positioning themselves to capitalize on the favorable regulatory environment for clean energy technologies, which could have positive implications for their stock performance.
01/09/2024 - 07:30 AM
Companies executed an agreement establishing TETRA as the preferred strategic supplier of electrolyte products for Eos
TURTLE CREEK, Pa., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOSE) ("Eos" or the “Company”), a leading provider of safe, scalable, efficient, and sustainable zinc-based long duration energy storage systems, today expanded its partnership with TETRA Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TTI) a leading global energy services and solutions company, designating TETRA as the preferred strategic supplier of electrolyte products for Eos’s new, American made, Eos Z3™ long duration energy storage cube. TETRA is expected to supply a minimum of 75% of the total electrolyte product demand going forward.
“TETRA is a proven global fluid solution provider, and the Eos strategy has centered around finding raw materials being used in other industries to provide both scale and cost efficiencies,” said Joe Mastrangelo, CEO of Eos. “As we scale, we need supply chain partners that can help us achieve growth, reduce cost, and improve overall performance of our battery. This partnership achieves that while we continue to develop a U.S. supply chain.”
The expected demand growth for Long Duration Energy Storage requires increased volume at scale, and with TETRA’s investment in expanded bromine production, Eos is better positioned to achieve the scale necessary over the next several years, while reducing cost per battery and improving overall quality and performance.
Key to the operational success of the Eos Z3™ cube is high purity zinc-bromide, which is part of Eos’ patented electrolyte system. TETRA’s U.S. based patented manufacturing process produces some of the highest purity levels of zinc-bromide (PureFlow®) globally. The electrolyte solution is one of the largest cost components of the Eos Z3 cube and this agreement supports progress on the Company’s path to profitability. The two companies have been working together since 2021 to improve the quality of the electrolyte solution.
“We have been working closely and collaboratively with Eos for years as they transition to their new Z3 technology, and in that time have evolved from only supplying zinc-bromide PureFlow® to now offering the full electrolyte solution,” said Brady Murphy, President and CEO of TETRA Technologies Inc. “This relationship dovetails nicely with our bromine production plans, and we are excited to be part of Eos’s future plans and Inflation Reduction Act objectives.”
This four-year agreement is an expansion of an existing partnership between the two companies that began in 2021 and includes provisions that allow for extending the agreement beyond the initial four-year term. Eos and TETRA officials indicate that the agreement includes favorable pricing and cost savings allocation methodologies that motivate both parties to actively pursue further cost reductions.
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What is the partnership between Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. and TETRA Technologies, Inc. about?
The partnership aims to establish TETRA as the preferred strategic supplier of electrolyte products for Eos's new Eos Z3™ long duration energy storage cube, with TETRA expected to supply a minimum of 75% of the total electrolyte product demand.
What are the expected benefits of the partnership?
The partnership aims to achieve growth, reduce cost, and improve overall performance of the battery, with TETRA's investment in expanded bromine production better positioning Eos to achieve necessary scale over the next several years.
What is the significance of the agreement for Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc.?
The agreement supports progress on the Company's path to profitability and includes favorable pricing and cost savings allocation methodologies, with the potential for extending the agreement beyond the initial four-year term.
