Lincad marks 40 years supplying defence power systems

UK battery maker Lincad is marking its 40th anniversary with a focus on defence customers, bespoke power systems and future investment in battery technology. The milestone highlights the company’s role as a sovereign UK supplier across military and specialist applications worldwide.

Why it matters: - Lincad supplies mission-critical batteries, chargers and power systems for defence equipment used in demanding operational environments. - The company’s UK-based manufacturing and design footprint supports a sovereign battery technology capability in the UK. - Growing defence spending and demand for advanced power solutions point to a larger market for military battery suppliers.

What happened: - Lincad is celebrating 40 years in business after being founded in 1986. - The company designs and manufactures bespoke batteries, chargers and associated technology. - Lincad supplies the UK Ministry of Defence, Tier 1 UK defence primes and military customers in other countries. - Joint Managing Director Peter Slade said the anniversary reflects innovation, engineering excellence and a focus on end users. - Joint Managing Director Janet Rowe said the milestone reflects the company’s evolution, quality standards and ability to adapt to changing customer needs.

The details: - Lincad’s products support man-worn soldier systems for communications, surveillance, navigation and targeting. - The company also powers larger defence systems, including electronic countermeasures equipment and artillery location and pointing systems. - Lincad provides electrification for specialist defence platforms, including drones and UAVs. - The company says it takes projects from initial concept design through final production. - Lincad’s engineering team works across cell chemistry technologies, battery management systems and mechanical design. - The company says its approach helps identify the best power solution for each application. - Lincad says continuous technology investment, supply-chain relationships and customer focus have built its reputation for quality and innovation. - The company says those factors have supported long-term relationships with defence organisations worldwide. - Peter Slade thanked employees, customers, suppliers and partners for their support. - Slade said Lincad will keep investing in new technologies and capabilities for defence and other specialist applications. - Janet Rowe said battery technology advances create significant opportunities ahead. - Rowe said Lincad plans to keep investing in future innovation in the UK and internationally.

Between the lines: - Lincad is positioning its 40-year history as proof of resilience in a specialized market where reliability matters more than scale. - The anniversary message also signals that the company sees growth ahead, not just celebration of past work. - Defence battery suppliers may benefit as modern warfare increases the need for portable and platform-based power.

What’s next: - Lincad says it will continue investing in new technologies and capabilities. - The company is positioning itself to support the next generation of defence capabilities. - Lincad expects to build on its international customer base as the defence battery market grows. - More information