• HPQ Silicon reported partner Novacium received a first commercial order from Alta Ares for more than 100 AA NOVA battery packs.
• Packs will power Alta Ares’ X-Lock interceptor drone, marking Novacium’s first commercial deployment in an interceptor drone system.
• Order follows a July 2026 test campaign of 10 prototypes; deliveries scheduled before end-September 2026.
• AA NOVA 6S3P 15,000 mAh packs use 18 silicon-anode 21700 cells; Novacium said the design reduced weight versus Alta Ares’ reference battery.
• Companies flagged potential for an ongoing supply agreement, contingent on in-service results and Alta Ares procurement decisions.

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