Britishvolt Appoints Lithium-Ion Battery Expert Dr Allan Paterson As Chief Technical Officer

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  • Paterson is one of the world’s leading specialists in automotive batteries and next-generation technologies
  • He joins Britishvolt from The Faraday Institution where he was Head of Programme Management
Allan Patterson, Chief Technical Officer ( pic credit-Britishvolt)

Britishvolt has appointed Dr Allan Paterson as Chief Technical Officer. It added that the key appointment is the latest step in Britishvolt’s mission to manufacture next-generation lithium-ion batteries in the UK, using highly advanced technologies. It aims to put Britain at the forefront of the sustainable transport and renewable energy sectors.

Dr Allan Paterson said, “I am excited to be joining Britishvolt. This is an exciting and crucial project, not just because the production of the latest generation lithium-ion batteries are the foundation of future electrified transportation. But because I believe that with Britain’s expertise in this sector we can lead the way. This strategy will be crucial for our automotive and energy industries and for the overall health of the UK economy.”

Leading specialists in automotive batteries and next-generation technologies

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Paterson is one of the world’s leading specialists in automotive batteries and next-generation technologies. He joins Britishvolt from The Faraday Institution where he was Head of Programme Management. His previous roles include being Chief Electrochemist at both Cummins and Johnson Matthey Battery Systems. He holds a PhD in chemistry from the University of St Andrews on advanced cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries.

Britishvolt CEO, Orral Nadjari said, “We are delighted that someone with Dr Paterson’s experience is joining us at this crucial phase of our development. He joins our expanding team of world-class experts, including our Chief Strategy Officer Isobel Sheldon.

“With plans now advancing for our manufacturing gigaplant base, our partnerships and capital already being deployed, we are becoming well placed to create a brighter future for the British Automotive industry. This momentum will ensure that the UK is at the epicentre of electrified, zero emissions transport and advanced energy storage solutions. It’s the next industrial revolution.”

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