Where is Safire Technology Group Adding a New Location?

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Safire Technology Group is adding a new location soon in Right to Work Knoxville, Tennessee. This will allow them to develop more advanced lithium-ion battery safety technology and will also be a great addition to the area’s economy.

From Area Development Magazine:

“The new laboratory, with its close proximity to ORNL and the University of Tennessee, offers a world-class pipeline of talented scientists and engineers,. […] The Knoxville area represents an attractive choice to expand our battery R&D capabilities and hire highly qualified talent from the community.†[…]

“The Knoxville Chamber is committed to supporting innovative entrepreneurs that are creating high-wage, high-growth companies. […] This announcement directly aligns with the Chamber’s efforts to transition Knoxville’s economy. Safire Group is doing a great job of capitalizing on multiple regional assets, including ORNL and Spark Innovation Center. We are excited to see them attracting new talent from out-of-state and retaining local talent through internships.†[…]

“The Spark Innovation Center focuses on helping our region’s most promising technology companies gain traction and grow in Tennessee. […] We are delighted that another cleantech company has decided to call the Research Park and Knoxville home as Safire Group works to commercialize ORNL technology.â€AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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