Cartesian Growth Corporation Iii · NASDAQ:CGCT
Cartesian Growth Corporation Iii — Factorial — Investor Presentation (August 2026)
31 slides from Cartesian Growth Corporation Iii's investor presentation, Aug 11, 2026
Slide 1: Powering a Trillion-Dollar Shift in Mobility & Intelligence
Factorial Inc. Powering a Trillion-Dollar Shift in Mobility & Intelligence Solid-State Batteries for Transportation, Defense, & Robotics Investor Presentation | August 11, 2026
Slide 2: Disclaimer
Disclaimer Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this Presentation may be considered “forward-looking statements”. Forward-looking statements herein generally relate to future events or the future financial or operating performance of Factorial Energy Inc. (“Factorial”, the “Company,” “we
Slide 3: A Compelling Opportunity
A Compelling Opportunity 150+ • World-leading solid-state battery developer Patents and Applications • IP-protected technology o Increases energy density by up to 80% o Reduces weight by up to 50% • Marquee partners, shareholders, & customers • Products validated, delivered, & in active road and fli
Slide 4: Our Opportunity
Early adoption in defense & robotics Accelerates e-mobility adoption Our Opportunity Drives battery volume Sets new standards & catalyzes innovation Reduces Enables energy $/kWh storage penetration 4
Slide 5: The World Runs on Batteries
The World Runs on Batteries 5TWh • Global battery demand growing exponentially – in 2024, surpassed 1 Terawatt hour • Growth, innovation, & new applications expected to push demand to 5 Terawatt hours in 5 years 5x growth 1TWh 2015 2025 2030 Source: IEA, RMI, McKinsey & Company 5
Slide 6: But Conventional Li-ion Batteries Are Reaching Their Limits
But Conventional Li-ion Batteries Are Reaching Their Limits Lithium-ion Cell Energy Density Over Time Energy density (Wh/l) Source: derived from Energy & Environmental Science 6
Slide 7: Our Solutions
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Slide 8: Our Solid-State Solutions Increase Energy Density by up to 80%
Our Solid-State Solutions Increase Energy Density by up to 80% Energy Density (Wh/kg) Anode Current Collector Anode Current Liquid Li-Ion Separator Cathode Cathode Current Collector Anode Current Collector FEST® Anode FEST® High Power Solid-State Cathode Cathode Current Collector Solstice Anode Curr
Slide 9: Validated Technology with Multi-Sector Scalability
Validated Technology with Multi-Sector Scalability Immediate High Spec Industry Validation Anchors The New Standard of Applications* Growth in EV Global Battery Industry ~$2-5 billion $200+ billion High performance drones, Validated through global robotics and super cars automotive partners Source:
Slide 10: Factorial partnerships span global integrator network to power UAS
Factorial partnerships span global integrator network to power commercial, industrial and defense UAS 3 Continent Integrator Network NYSE American: KULR: Signed MOU Signed MOU + Strategic Alliance Agreement Signed MOU • Avidrone Aerospace: Up to 80% more energy dense • Tulip Tech: Initial flight tes
Slide 11: Proven in the sky: July 2026 flight milestones
Proven in the sky: July 2026 flight milestones under real world conditions Successful validation of Factorial's lithium-metal platform with defense and industry partners +30% 521 min longer flight range. world record flight duration. -20% 483 km less weight, without any Or 300 mi in one mission. eng
Slide 12: IQT: A Unique Investor to Factorial in the National Security Supply Chain
IQT: A Unique Investor to Factorial in the National Security Supply Chain Stated Mission: Be the premier partner trusted to identify, evaluate, and leverage emerging commercial technologies for the U.S. national security community and America’s allies Why IQT Matters to Factorial and Our Investors K
Slide 13: Long-Distance Drive with Solid-State Battery System
LONG-DISTANCE DRIVE WITH SOLID-STATE BATTERY SYSTEM DEPLOYING LITHIUM METAL ANODE CELL Engineered by Mercedes-Benz 1,205 km (+137 km remaining range) ona single battery charge Copenhagen Hamburg. Hani Stuttgart Cell breathing Frankfurt compensation of 90 mm Wiirzburg battery width 13
Slide 14: Stellantis Road Testing Underway
Stellantis Road Testing Underway Dodge Charger Daytona – First Development Vehicle in Demonstration Fleet Improved Value Creation • First automotive integration of solid-state battery technology in North America • Road testing underway to validate performance, safety, and reliability under real-worl
Slide 15: Backed by Industry Giants. Built for Global Scale.
Backed by Industry Giants. Built for Global Scale. Driving business resilience through localization and diversification 2024 Market Share by EV Sales Additional Industry Partners (US and Europe) (Supply Agreement, MoU or Investment) 26% Global Top 10 Auto OEM Factorial’s partners market share Global
Slide 16: Proven by Automotive, Scaling through Defense, AI, & Robotics
Proven by Automotive, Scaling through Defense, AI, & Robotics – Our Technology Multiplies Addressable Markets Immediate revenue through high-margin applications Long-term scale in future growth markets beyond EV Defense & Aviation AI-Computing & Robotics Space & Aircraft Energy Storage Unmanned aeri
Slide 17: Our Business Model
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Slide 18: Capital Light: Commercialization Path
Capital Light: Commercialization Path Business Model Joint Manufacturing Model Overview Design & Engineering • IP License Existing Contract Industrial Manufacturing In-House Capacity Manufacturers Partners • Material Supply • Technology Engineering Services High Spec Customers Automotive OEMs Custom
Slide 19: Capital Light: FEST Utilizes 80% of Conventional Li-Ion Equipment
Capital Light: FEST® Utilizes 80% of Conventional Li-Ion Equipment Below illustrates FEST® for lithium metal anode cells. FEST® cells with silicon or graphite anodes have even greater compatibility with conventional production. Production Process Electrode Manufacturing Cell Assembly Cell Finishing
Slide 20: Our Leadership Team & Industry Leadership
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Slide 21: Building a Visionary Team
Building a Visionary Team Backed by a board and senior advisors with decades of experience in battery and automotive innovation and reinforced by vertical expertise across business strategy and technology development Founders & Management Board Members & Senior Advisors Siyu Huang, Ph.D./M.B.A. Raim
Slide 22: Our Industry Leadership: A Track Record of Firsts
Our Industry Leadership: A Track Record of Firsts Q2 2021 Q2 2023 Q1 2025 Q1 2026 Q2 2026 First automotive-sized First UN 38.3 certification First vehicle powered by First announced solid-state First demo vehicle with solid-state battery cell that (100+Ah) lithium solid- lithium-metal solid-state ba
Slide 23: Conclusion
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Slide 24: A Singular Company, An Unmatched Opportunity
A Singular Company, An Unmatched Opportunity 1 Market Tailwinds: Electrification, AI, & national security driving a global race for high-performance energy 2 Superior Technology: Higher performance & lower total cost of ownership, compatible with today’s gigafactory lines 3 Validated in the Real Wor
Slide 25: Appendix
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Slide 26: We Create Value for OEMs & Customers
We Create Value for OEMs & Customers Factorial Solid-State Batteries Vehicle Improvement Value Creation from weight Up to 80% more gravimetric energy 20% lighter for same energy ~$1,000 reduction density than conventional Demonstrated 50% longer driving range from energy density Up to 50% more volum
Slide 27: US-Technology for Critical Infrastructure with a Global Vision
US-Technology for Critical Infrastructure with a Global Vision Cheonan, South Korea Massachusetts, USA Prototype production and line Headquarters validation for FEST® Advanced Solstice R&D lab Local supply chain Sales and Operations FEST® pilot development and testing 27
Slide 28: Proven Manufacturing
Proven Manufacturing • Manufacturing Validation: >85% yield achieved for assembly and formation • Cost efficiency: High yield from pilot line not only validates high compatibility with Li-ion batteries equipment but enables production cost efficiency • Quality Assurance: IATF16949 certified* • Safet
Slide 29: Factorial Secures Investment From IQT and Leading Strategic Partners
Factorial Secures Investment From IQT and Leading Strategic Partners New investment helps drive solid-state battery expansion into Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Robotics Solid-State Battery Expansion • Investments from In-Q-Tel (“IQT”), Strategic Investor Philenergy, and POSCO Future M to adva
Slide 30: First Solid-State Production Program in the U.S. for Passenger Vehicles
First Solid-State Production Program in the U.S. for Passenger Vehicles Key highlights of the program • Launch of the first solid-state battery production program in the United States for retail passenger vehicles • Karma Kaveya, a high-performance ultra- luxury super car delivering over 1,000 horse
Slide 31: Positioned to Win
Positioned to Win 4 Announced Aerospace partners 0 Announced Auto OEM partners* 4* 2* 100+Ah Product size released ~5Ah 1,205 km record drive by Mercedes EQS completed from Stuttgart Ducati Motorcycle Real-world driving demonstration to Malmö September 2025 September 2025 3 Product portfolios valida