Idaho Battery Startup Eyes Port of Little Rock for Gigafactory

Kore Power in discussions to build large-scale manufacturing facility at Arkansas river port site.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:53am

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A close-up view of a polished, geometric lithium-ion battery cell floating against a clean, monochromatic background, symbolizing the power and potential of advanced energy storage technology.A sleek, high-tech battery cell represents the advanced energy storage technology that could power a new manufacturing facility in Little Rock.Little Rock Today

Idaho-based energy storage startup Kore Power was in talks with the Port of Little Rock late last year to locate a gigafactory on Zeuber Road, according to records obtained by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

Why it matters

The potential Kore Power gigafactory would represent a significant economic development opportunity for the Little Rock region, bringing new high-tech manufacturing jobs and investment. As the electric vehicle and renewable energy storage markets continue to grow, securing a large-scale battery production facility could position Arkansas as a hub for the industry.

The details

Kore Power, an Idaho-based energy storage startup, was in discussions with the Port of Little Rock to establish a new gigafactory manufacturing facility on Zeuber Road, according to documents obtained by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. The proposed facility would produce lithium-ion battery cells and packs for electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and other applications.

  • In late 2025, Kore Power began talks with the Port of Little Rock about the potential gigafactory site.

The players

Kore Power

An Idaho-based energy storage startup that develops lithium-ion battery cells and packs for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and other applications.

Port of Little Rock

A major inland port and economic development hub located on the Arkansas River in Little Rock, Arkansas.

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What’s next

If an agreement is reached, Kore Power would need to secure necessary permits and approvals before beginning construction on the proposed gigafactory at the Port of Little Rock site.

The takeaway

The potential Kore Power gigafactory represents an opportunity for Little Rock and the state of Arkansas to position themselves as a hub for the growing electric vehicle and energy storage industries, bringing new high-tech manufacturing jobs and investment to the region.