7th BATTERY GIGAFACTORY Summit USA: Advances in Planning, Engineering and Operations
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7th Battery Gigafactory Summit USA: Advancing the Future of Battery Manufacturing in Nashville, Tennessee
The battery industry is entering a transformative period driven by accelerating demand for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and domestic battery production. Across North America, manufacturers are investing billions of dollars into new gigafactories and expanding existing operations to strengthen supply chains, increase production capacity, and support the global energy transition. As these facilities become larger, more complex, and increasingly automated, the challenges associated with planning, engineering, construction, and operations continue to evolve. The 7th Battery Gigafactory Summit USA is dedicated to addressing these challenges and advancing the future of battery manufacturing.
On November 18-19, 2026, the 7th Battery Gigafactory Summit USA: Advances in Planning, Engineering and Operations will take place in Nashville, Tennessee. This exclusive two-day event will bring together battery manufacturers, facility owners, project developers, engineers, construction leaders, technology providers, and operations specialists to explore innovative strategies for developing and operating next-generation gigafactories. The summit will highlight how advanced technologies, smarter project delivery, and operational excellence are transforming battery production facilities.
Smarter Gigafactory Planning and Engineering
Throughout the summit, attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge strategies for gigafactory planning, facility design, advanced manufacturing integration, digital engineering, and sustainable infrastructure development. Sessions will explore innovations in clean and dry room design, utility infrastructure, energy management, automation, robotics, and digital twins that are helping manufacturers improve efficiency, scalability, and production performance.
A key focus of the event will be the optimization of gigafactory development from concept through commissioning. Industry experts will discuss best practices for facility planning, modular construction, equipment integration, and supply chain coordination to accelerate project delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Advancing Gigafactory Operations and Manufacturing Excellence
Experts at the summit will address critical industry challenges including workforce development, operational efficiency, production scalability, energy consumption, quality control, and facility reliability. Presentations will provide actionable insights into AI-driven manufacturing, predictive maintenance, process automation, digital transformation, and smart factory technologies that are reshaping battery production.
Attendees will learn how industry leaders are leveraging advanced data analytics, intelligent manufacturing systems, and innovative operational strategies to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and support long-term manufacturing excellence.
Connect and Collaborate with Battery Industry Leaders
Beyond the educational sessions, the summit will provide valuable opportunities to network with industry peers, explore real-world project case studies, and connect with leading solution providers from across the battery manufacturing ecosystem.
Participants will have the opportunity to exchange lessons learned, discover emerging technologies, and build relationships with stakeholders involved in battery production, engineering, construction, equipment manufacturing, automation, energy management, and facility operations.
Join Us in Nashville for the Future of Battery Gigafactories
Be part of the premier battery manufacturing event that is shaping the future of gigafactory planning, engineering, construction, and operations. Discover how innovative technologies, advanced manufacturing strategies, and collaborative project delivery models are enabling the next generation of battery production facilities.
As investment in battery manufacturing continues to grow across the United States, the 7th Battery Gigafactory Summit USA will equip attendees with the knowledge, insights, and connections needed to successfully deliver and operate world-class gigafactories. Join industry leaders in Nashville this November to explore the future of battery manufacturing and help drive the next phase of the global energy transition.
Conference learning points
- Optimizing Design and Layout for Smooth Gigafactory Operations
- Exploring the Roadmap to a Sustainable Battery Industry
- Leveraging automation and robotics for high-volume battery production
- Integrating Solutions into Gigafactory Operating Systems
- Understanding Regulatory Compliance
- Improving Cooling Systems and Thermal Runaway Management
- Advancing Construction Strategies for Gigafactories
- Ensuring Fire Protection and Safety Protocals
- Designing Flooring Solutions for Battery Factories
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Jason Knapp
Managing Director
Capitol Energy Advocacy, LLC
”I would say this conference is collaborative, makes networking easy and informative, having folks from very different components within the battery gigafactory supply chain all in one location.”
Eric White
Technology Manager
US Department of Energy
”I thought the panel discussions were a great opportunity for people to talk more casually about the work they’re doing and their perspectives and the sessions were moderated with expertise.”
Anders Hedqvist
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Epiroc
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Global Head of Business Intelligence
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”It was great to see so many different presentations from all areas of off-highway electrification. We will be here next year!”
Brent Hinson
CFO
PowerCo Canada
”Networking is probably one of the best parts, especially here. We’re in the process of building a big gigafactory, so getting to meet vendors and people who have already been through it before has been a great experience.”
Cody Allen
Assistant Professor
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
”I thought it was a really well-run conference, the organisation made sense, and there was a good set up of speakers. The demos at the booths were pretty high quality, and I really enjoyed that whole aspect.”
Cody Parvin
Director of Customer Solutions
Independent Rough Terrain Centre
”I thought this organisation was very professional, the staff have been amazing, the setting is awesome, and there are a lot of good industry leaders here who have a lot of good intel.”
Dr. Katharina Gerber
Engagement Lead for Battery Industry
Siemens
”It’s different from other conferences that I have attended, as there’s less focus on marketing and more talking about the real-life problems that the industry is trying to solve.”
Chris Kolbe
VP of Sales & Marketing
HYDAC Technology Corporation
”I really enjoyed the presentations today, the topics were concise enough that you got an idea of what was going on and the quality and variety of speakers, which included technology experts, OEMs and components suppliers, gave you the full value chain for autonomy and opportunity for a good discussion.”
Stephen M. Speakes
President and CEO
Independent Rough Terrain Centre
”I had lunch today with two people I never would have met in the course of my normal life, so I thought the networking opportunities here were really extraordinary. I definitely recommend this opportunity to anybody who’s interested in new technology for heavy equipment.”
John Westman
Engineering Manager
Pettibone/Traverse Lift, LLC
”The organisation has been great, better than most conferences I've been to, very honestly. The people who are here are extremely knowledgeable and very dedicated to this system which is impressive.”
Nick Tindall
Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs and Ag Policy
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
”A lot of our very large OEM members are here that have tens of thousands of employees, and this event gives me the opportunity to engage with many of them, which is something I normally wouldn’t have the chance to do.”
Dr. Ray Gallant
Vice President of Sustainability and Productivity Services
Volvo CE
”I certainly would consider joining again in future sessions and future conferences of this type. I think the content is very relevant, very interesting and timely because we are heading into an age of expansion in these topics.”
Matthew Mendoza
Sr. Program Manager
Lyten
”The conference has been amazing so far, it has been a great experience. I got to learn about a lot of different atmospheres and aspects of gigafactory building, everything from fire protection to processing.”
Human K Alwan
Technical Program Manager Software X Quality Management
Stellantis
”What I really like about this conference is the diversity of different suppliers and manufacturers that are here, I’m learning so much from a wide variety of people by being able to see their perspectives and their challenges.”
Suresh Sankaran
Head of Model Risk & Governance
Metro Bank PLC UK
“The networking is very effective, courteous, professional and has a can-do attitude. It would be a pleasure and a privilege to participate in next year's conference.”
Christine Wunderli
Executive Director – Product Owner Digital Onboarding
Bank Vontobel AG
"The presentations were really interesting, delivered by very engaging presenters, and I really enjoyed it, I learned a lot."
Kseniia Kutyreva
Head of Risk and Compliance
Finom
“I really liked the variety of speakers and it is nice to see so many providers present who are interested. The atmosphere is really nice and friendly, and everyone is interested in getting to know your company.”
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