Chinese firm unveils world’s first sodium-ion portable power station

Chinese energy storage company Bluetti has unveiled the world’s first sodium-ion portable power station, named the Pioneer Na, set for global release around mid-October 2025. Unlike conventional lithium-ion or lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, the Pioneer Na uses sodium-ion technology, offering a 900 Wh capacity and a standard output of 1,500 watts, with a short-burst “Power Lifting” mode up to 2,250 W. It supports solar recharging up to 1,900 W and boasts a lifecycle of approximately 4,000 charge cycles. The system weighs about 35 pounds (16 kg), making it 20–25% heavier than comparable LFP units. A key advantage of the Pioneer Na is its superior performance in extreme cold environments, capable of charging at 5 °F (–15 °C) and discharging at –13 °F (–25 °C) while maintaining 80% discharge capacity at these low temperatures. This