Newry firm to open Ireland’s first battery testing facility

Newry-based Resonate Testing has secured an investment £475,000 (c. €560,000) to open the first battery testing facility on the island of Ireland.

The company said this expansion will position it at the forefront of certified lithium battery testing, catering to industries including eBikes, electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and the space and medical sectors.

The investment will create five jobs and is projected to boost Resonate Testing’s turnover by 50 per cent by June 2026.

Invest Northern Ireland has offered support to the firm to help it develop the new battery testing facility and invest in the equipment.

The facility includes an explosive and fireproof chamber, multiple battery abuse test rigs, a preparation area and robust sensor equipment.

“Through mechanical and environmental testing, we can ensure product adequacy in the severest and most demanding environments, resulting in batteries that are fit for purpose across a range of industries,” said Tom Mallon, director at Resonate Testing.