LG Chem Ltd., South Korea's leading chemical company, said Sunday it plans to supply cathode materials to Prime Planet Energy and Solutions Inc. (PPES), a Japanese battery joint venture established between Toyota Motor Corp. and Panasonic Corp.LG Chem said it has secured PPES as a new customer as part of its global expansion strategy, and it plans to supply cathode materials to the Japanese firm starting in 2026.In line with PPES' low-carbon vision, LG Chem said it will focus on developing innovative materials and process technologies that minimize environmental impact."It is significant for us to supply cathode materials for PPES's next-generation battery project," Shin Hak-cheol, vice chairman of LG Chem, said, adding that the company plans to pursue further global collaborations based on the company's differentiated market competitiveness.Source: Yonhap News Agency