Navigating China's BESS supply chain

Battery energy storage has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global energy transition, with China firmly established at the center of manufacturing, deployment, and technological innovation. As global demand accelerates, understanding China's BESS ecosystem has become essential for developers, investors, EPCs, and technology providers seeking reliable partners and competitive supply chains. This white paper outlines the latest market developments, identifies the leading manufacturers, and highlights the sourcing opportunities shaping the next generation of energy storage.

Key takeaways

• China's energy storage market continues to expand at record pace.
• Chinese manufacturers dominate global BESS production and system integration.
• Manufacturing hubs across China offer diverse sourcing opportunities.
• International demand is creating new opportunities, but also new supply chain challenges.
• Learn where the market is headed and which companies are leading the next phase of growth

Global annual battery storage capacity additions

Source: CNESA

Global battery storage deployment has entered a period of unprecedented growth. Annual installations increased by roughly 40% in 2025, reaching 108 GW, with utility-scale projects accounting for around 80% of newly deployed capacity. Behind this expansion lies a rapidly maturing global supply chain, and China has become its primary engine. Understanding this market trajectory is essential for companies planning procurement, partnerships, and long-term investment strategies.

Cumulative operational capacity of China’s New Energy Storage projects

Source: IEA

China’s domestic energy storage market has evolved into the world’s largest and fastest-growing ecosystem. By the end of 2025, cumulative New Energy Storage capacity reached 144.7 GW / 373.7 GWh, while annual additions rose to a record 66.4 GW / 189.5 GWh. This extraordinary scale is accelerating technological innovation, manufacturing efficiency, and supplier maturity, making China an increasingly strategic sourcing destination for global energy storage projects.

The full white paper is available for download at the bottom of this page, exploring how to navigate that ecosystem and identify the companies and opportunities best positioned for the market’s next phase.

Dive deeper into China’s BESS supply chain

To bridge the gap between market analysis and actionable strategy, the Solarplaza Battery Tour China (12–16 October 2026) offers an intensive, first-hand look at the hubs, technologies, and industrial leaders shaping the next phase of the global BESS supply chain. We invite you to join our upcoming expedition in Shanghai and Hefei to convert these market insights into tangible business partnerships.