VARTA : signs supply contract with Samsung and settles dispute over patent infringements with headset manufacturer

VARTA AG is expanding its cooperation with Samsung Electronics. The company, based in Ellwangen, will remain the main supplier of rechargeable batteries for Samsung headsets in the coming years. With the supply contract, the MDAX company settled its patent disputes with Samsung.

'We are pleased that we can further intensify our business relationship with Samsung,' VARTA CEO Herbert Schein said. 'This strengthens our already leading position as a manufacturer of innovative and powerful batteries for premium wearables.'

VARTA has already withdrawn all lawsuits against Samsung and its customers. Batteries were found in the headsets that VARTA AG believes violate patents in the field of lithium-ion cells. VARTA had acted against Samsung and its customers in Germany and the USA. The agreement stipulates that VARTA AG will withdraw its lawsuits. In return, Samsung, for its part, waives lawsuits against the battery manufacturer. 'I am very happy that we have found this solution jointly and can now look forward to a stronger future together ,' says Schein.

Agreements with other wearable manufacturers will be reached shortly, talks are already underway.

About VARTA AG
VARTA AG produces and markets a comprehensive battery portfolio, ranging from microbatteries, household batteries, energy storage systems to customer-specific battery solutions for a wide range of applications, and, as a technology leader, sets industry standards in key areas. As the parent company of the Group, it operates in the business segments 'Microbatteries & Solutions' and 'Household Batteries'.
The 'Microbatteries & Solutions' segment focuses on the OEM business for microbatteries as well as on the lithium-ion battery pack business. Through intensive research and development, VARTA sets global standards in the microbattery sector and is a recognized innovation leader in the important growth markets of lithium-ion technology and primary hearing aid batteries. The 'Household Batteries' segment comprises the battery business for end customers, including household batteries, rechargeable batteries, chargers, portable power (power banks) and lights as well as energy storage devices. The VARTA AG Group currently employs almost 4,000 people. With five production and manufacturing facilities in Europe and Asia, and distribution centers