Grants and Contributions:
Title:
AlumaPower 2026 Development Sprint for Military Aluminum Fueled Generators
Agreement Number:
1040727
Agreement Value:
$950,000.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 22, 2025 - Jun 29, 2026
Description:
This project is a half-year technology sprint meant to rapidly advance the operational readiness of AlumaPower’s aluminum-fueled generator technology for military and dual-use applications, in support of upcoming trial and demo events. This effort builds on recent military-focused R&D activities and addresses technical and conceptual feedback from Canadian and allied end users. Activities include: accelerated testing to validate system / sub-system performance and generate a consolidated evidence package; maturation of next-generation, high-energy-density aluminum-air galvanic cells; development of optional modular thermal management and heat export concepts; and preparation of prototype units for packaging, shipment, and off-site trials.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
Sarnia, Ontario, CA N7T 7H5
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1040727
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
793906686
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
AlumaPower
Recipient's Legal Name:
AlumaPower Corporation
Federal Riding Name:
Sarnia--Lambton
Federal Riding Number:
35091
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
335910