Galvion Invests in Paleblue to Power the Future of Soldier Systems

PARK CITY, UT – June 24, 2026 – In a significant move to enhance warfighter capability, Galvion Inc., a global leader in integrated soldier systems, today announced a strategic investment in Paleblue, an innovator in advanced rechargeable lithium-ion battery technology. The partnership is set to tackle one of the most pressing challenges on the modern battlefield: the ever-growing demand for reliable, lightweight, and sustainable power.

This collaboration will merge Paleblue's cutting-edge single-cell rechargeable battery technology with Galvion's deep expertise in developing mission-critical defense equipment. The initial focus will be on exploring integration opportunities within Galvion's field-proven SoloPack™ battery family and its broader portfolio of intelligent power and data management solutions, promising a new era of energy resilience for military and tactical teams worldwide.

Addressing the Modern Warfighter's Power Crisis

The modern soldier is a walking network of high-tech electronics. From night vision goggles and GPS units to advanced communication systems and sensors, the power requirements for a single warfighter have skyrocketed. This has created a significant 'power gap,' where the logistical burden and physical weight of carrying sufficient energy for a mission can impede operational effectiveness.

According to defense analyses, a soldier on a typical 72-hour mission can carry between 15 and 20 pounds of disposable batteries alone. This immense weight not only affects mobility and endurance but also adds to the complexity of an already strained military supply chain. The proliferation of different device-specific batteries further complicates logistics, requiring multiple charger types and creating compatibility issues in the field. Supplying dismounted troops with a constant stream of single-use batteries represents a major logistical and financial challenge for defense organizations.

"We have spent over a decade driving innovations in power provision and management to provide solutions that can adapt to the ever-changing operational needs of the modern warfighter,” stated Jonathan Blanshay, Founder and Executive Chairman of Galvion. “With the explosion of power requirements due to additional equipment and devices, more elaborate integration networks and extreme weather environments, the time for inventive solutions is now.”

A Strategic Infusion of Technology

The Galvion-Paleblue partnership directly confronts these challenges by focusing on a transition to high-performance, rechargeable power systems. Paleblue has gained recognition for its advanced single-cell lithium-ion technology, which offers superior energy density—packing more power into lighter and smaller formats.

The collaboration builds on Paleblue's expanding footprint in the defense sector. The Utah-based company is already working with the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the US Army as part of the FAStBat program. This initiative is focused on developing a military-grade AA-equivalent (14500) lithium-ion battery designed to power a wide array of tactical accessories and ground systems. This effort aligns with the Army's parallel search for a standardized rechargeable cell, known as the Operational Single Cell for Accessory Readiness (OSCAR), to reduce battery types and streamline power logistics.

"Paleblue’s single cell technology and dedication to advancing rechargeable power performance and solutions offers a wide range of opportunities for collaboration – with our field-proven SoloPack™ battery family and beyond," Blanshay added. "The goal is always to provide defense customers with energy solutions that further enhance resilience, reliability, and mission readiness in the most extreme environments."

From Consumer Mission to Military Application

Founded in 2019, Paleblue began with a clear consumer-facing mission: 'End Single-Use.' The company set out to design the world's best USB rechargeable lithium batteries, offering a high-performance, sustainable alternative to the billions of disposable batteries that end up in landfills each year. This expertise in creating durable, efficient, and user-friendly rechargeable solutions for the consumer market has proven to be a vital asset in tackling the more demanding requirements of the defense industry.

The transition from commercial products to military-grade applications requires meeting exceptionally stringent standards for durability, reliability, and performance under extreme conditions, including wide temperature ranges and high-impact scenarios. Paleblue's success in this area highlights the growing trend of dual-use technologies, where innovations from the commercial sector are adapted to solve critical government and military challenges.

"Since inception, Paleblue’s focus has been on advancing battery technologies to solve important issues and create meaningful impacts where legacy portable power solutions have become outdated and underperforming," explained Tom Bishop, Founder and CEO of Paleblue. "Our recent efforts with Army Development Command and the Defense Innovation Unit have created an operational energy system that is a platform for partnering with the best defense innovators. We are excited to be collaborating with the team at Galvion to advance our mutual goals and the priorities of our customers and partners."

The Logistical and Sustainable Overhaul of Military Power

Beyond the immediate operational benefits for soldiers, this strategic shift toward rechargeable power represents a fundamental overhaul of military energy logistics with significant environmental and financial advantages. The reliance on single-use batteries creates an enormous logistical footprint, from procurement and global transport to the complex and costly disposal of hazardous materials.

By embracing high-cycle rechargeable batteries, military organizations can drastically reduce the volume of batteries purchased and transported, leading to substantial long-term cost savings. Furthermore, it significantly lessens the environmental impact associated with battery waste. Fewer disposable batteries mean less resource extraction and a reduction in the toxic chemicals that can leach into soil and water from landfills. This aligns with broader sustainability initiatives within the Department of War and other global defense agencies, which are increasingly focused on reducing their environmental footprint and enhancing energy resilience.

This partnership between Galvion and Paleblue is more than just a technological upgrade; it is a strategic investment in the future of military operations, promising a lighter, more agile, and more sustainable force that remains powered for any mission.