E-Power Announces Strategic Partnership with Kehui International Ltd to Launch U.S.-Based Microgrid Joint Venture for Artificial Intelligence Data Center (AIDC)

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E-Power (NASDAQ: EPOW) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Feb 12, 2026 to form a U.S. joint venture, E-Power Grid Inc. USA, with Kehui International Ltd to deploy microgrids, power equipment, and power automation for artificial intelligence data centers (AIDC).

Key terms include E-Power majority ownership of at least 55%, a $1.5 million cash investment by E-Power, Kehui’s proprietary microgrid patents contributed and appraised by a mutually recognized third party, exclusive U.S./Canada patent rights, and a $3 million cumulative sales milestone within three years tied to patent retention.

Positive

• E-Power majority stake of at least 55%
• E-Power cash injection of $1.5 million
• Exclusive U.S./Canada rights to Kehui patent technology
• Sales milestone: $3 million cumulative in three years

Negative

• Patent valuation subject to third-party appraisal agreement
• Retention of patent rights contingent on meeting $3M sales target
• Operational reliance on Kehui products per priority procurement clause

DOVER, USA, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- E-Power Inc. (“E-Power”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) (NASDAQ: EPOW) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kehui International Ltd to establish a new joint venture in the United States. The new entity, to be named E-Power Grid Inc. USA, will focus on the rapidly expanding sectors of microgrids for AIDC, power equipment, and power automation. 

The agreement follows high-level discussions involving key leadership from both organizations. Under the terms of the MOU, E-Power will serve as the majority shareholder with a stake of at least 55%.

Key Strategic Highlights:

• Capital Investment: E-Power will provide $1.5 million USD in cash to fund the initial registration and establishment of the joint venture.
  
  
• Technological Integration: Kehui International will contribute its proprietary "Synchronous Constant Frequency Microgrid" patents and provide ongoing technical support.
  
  
• Third-Party Valuation: The investment value of the patents used for the initial investment shall be determined by a third-party appraisal agency recognized by both parties, and the investment ratio shall be assessed by both parties.
  
  
• Market Scope: The joint venture holds exclusive rights to utilize the contributed patent technology within the United States and Canada.
  
  
• Operational Synergy: The partnership includes a priority procurement clause, ensuring the joint venture utilizes Kehui’s high-quality power products when they meet competitive market standards.

"This collaboration represents a significant step in our mission to bring advanced power automation and microgrid solutions for AIDC to the North American market," the parties noted during the signing ceremony.

The agreement includes performance-based milestones, including a target of $3 million USD in cumulative sales within the first three years to ensure long-term patent retention by the joint venture. Both companies have committed to forming a joint task force within 30 days to finalize registration, patent appraisals, and capital transfers.

About Kehui International Ltd

Kehui International Ltd is a global technology leader at the forefront of the smart grid and microgrid revolution. Registered in England and Wales, the company has established a premier reputation for pioneering Synchronous Constant Frequency (SCF) microgrid technology, an innovation that ensures unparalleled stability in distributed energy systems. Kehui’s technological dominance is supported by a robust intellectual property portfolio of over 80 domestic and international patents. The company specializes in:

• Next-Generation Microgrids: Developing cutting-edge solutions for power automation and smart energy management.
  
  
• Industry-Leading R&D: Driven by a specialized team of doctoral and master’s researchers led by the renowned Professor Xu Binggen.
  
  
• Proven Global Infrastructure: With over 600 employees and a footprint spanning 30 countries, Kehui has successfully deployed over 10,000 fault location instruments and monitoring systems globally.
  
  
• Specialized Electric Drives: Researching and industrializing the world’s most powerful Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM) drive systems, including the record-breaking 630kW system.

From the world’s first 1000kV UHV AC lines to the most advanced passenger railways, Kehui’s mission of "Innovation Building Dreams" continues to deliver the reliable, high-efficiency technological infrastructure required for the modern energy transition.

About E-Power

Headquartered in Zibo, Shandong Province, China, E-Power, through its subsidiaries, the variable interest entity (the “VIE”), and the VIE’s subsidiaries, is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries. Through a subsidiary of the VIE, the Company operates a plant in Guizhou Province, China, powered by electricity from renewable sources, which contributes to the plant’s low production costs and reduced environmental impact in the production of graphite anode materials. In addition, through certain subsidiaries of the VIE, the Company also operates a knowledge sharing platform business. For further information, please visit the Company’s website at www.sunrisenewenergy.com.

Forward-looking statement

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FAQ

What did E-Power (EPOW) announce on February 12, 2026 about a joint venture?

E-Power announced an MOU to form E-Power Grid Inc. USA with Kehui International. According to the company, E-Power will hold at least a 55% stake and provide $1.5 million to establish the U.S. microgrid and AIDC-focused joint venture.

How much is E-Power (EPOW) investing in the new joint venture and what is the timeline?

E-Power will invest $1.5 million in cash for initial registration and setup. According to the company, both parties will form a joint task force within 30 days to finalize registration, patent appraisal, and capital transfers.

What patent and territorial rights are included in the E-Power and Kehui (EPOW) agreement?

Kehui will contribute its Synchronous Constant Frequency Microgrid patents with exclusive U.S./Canada usage rights. According to the company, patent value will be set by a mutually recognized third-party appraisal agency.

What commercial targets tie to patent retention in the E-Power (EPOW) joint venture?

The joint venture must reach $3 million in cumulative sales within three years to retain the patents. According to the company, these performance-based milestones are included to ensure long-term patent retention by the venture.

How will Kehui’s technology and products be integrated under the E-Power (EPOW) deal?

Kehui will supply proprietary microgrid technology and ongoing technical support to the venture. According to the company, a priority procurement clause ensures use of Kehui power products when they meet competitive market standards.

What ownership and governance structure did E-Power (EPOW) disclose for the joint venture?

E-Power will be the majority shareholder with at least 55% ownership at formation. According to the company, both parties will jointly arrange patent appraisal, capital ratios, and task-force decisions as part of the MOU.