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Get filing alertsTDAC to acquire solid-state battery maker ProLogium in $3.8B SPAC merger
Filed May 27, 2026 · Period ending May 27, 2026 · ~2 min read
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TDAC entered into a definitive merger agreement with ProLogium, a solid-state battery manufacturer, valuing ProLogium at approximately $3.8 billion pre-money. The combined company will list on Nasdaq as PRLG in 2H 2026.
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ProLogium's Dunkirk, France gigafactory has secured up to €1.4 billion in approved subsidies from the French government, with €275 million already received. Transaction proceeds will fund the initial 4 GWh phase requiring ~$773 million.
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The merger requires TDAC to maintain at least $250 million in available cash at closing and extend its business combination deadline beyond June 24, 2026. TDAC is targeting ~$300 million from trust cash and PIPE financing.
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ProLogium will issue up to 2.5% of fully diluted shares to its founder for IP contributions and establish an equity incentive plan of up to 12.5% of shares (capped at 6.0% until PIPE closes), diluting TDAC shareholders post-merger.
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ProLogium insiders face staggered lock-ups: 18 months for the founder, 12 months for management, and 6 months for certain institutional investors. TDAC's sponsor committed to a 12-month lock-up and waived redemption rights.
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Summary
TDAC announced a definitive merger agreement with ProLogium, a Taiwan-based solid-state battery manufacturer, in a transaction valuing ProLogium at $3.8 billion. The deal brings public a company with over 1,100 patents, 2.4 million battery cells shipped since 2013, and fourth-generation technology independently verified to deliver 360 Wh/kg energy density with zero thermal runaway risk.
ProLogium operates a 0.5 GWh facility in Taiwan and is constructing a 4 GWh gigafactory in Dunkirk, France, backed by up to €1.4 billion in French government subsidies (€275 million already secured). The combined company will list on Nasdaq as PRLG following shareholder approvals expected in the second half of 2026. The transaction faces standard SPAC execution risks.
TDAC must secure at least $250 million in available cash at closing through a combination of trust funds and PIPE financing, while also extending its business combination deadline beyond June 24, 2026. Heavy shareholder redemptions could jeopardize the minimum cash condition. Post-merger, TDAC shareholders will own approximately 7% of the combined company (with the sponsor holding ~1%), while ProLogium shareholders retain ~92%. Founder IP compensation and a 12.5% equity incentive pool will further dilute public shareholders, though staggered insider lock-ups limit near-term selling pressure. The €1.4 billion French subsidy, tied to nine capacity milestones through 2032, provides significant non-dilutive capital to fund the Dunkirk facility's buildout and de-risks the expansion plan if milestones are met.
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Event · Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement
Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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The obligations of the Company and the Acquisition Entities to consummate the Business Combination are also conditioned upon, among other things: (i) the accuracy of the representations and warranties of TDAC, subject to certain materiality standards set forth in the Business Combination Agreement; (ii) material compliance by TDAC with its covenants, obligations and agreements under the Business Combination Agreement; (iii) the absence of any TDAC Material Adverse Effect, as defined in the Business Combination Agreement; (iv) the extension of the deadline by which TDAC must consummate its initial business combination to a date after June 24, 2026 (the “TDAC Extension”); (v) receipt by the Company of the closing deliverables required to be delivered by TDAC; and (vi) Available Cash, as defined in the Business Combination Agreement, being greater than or equal to $250,000,000.
The merger requires TDAC to have at least $250 million in available cash at closing. The agreement also requires TDAC to extend its business combination deadline beyond June 24, 2026, and the parties must use commercially reasonable efforts to secure private equity investment (PIPE) or backstop arrangements. These conditions create execution risk if TDAC shareholders redeem heavily or if PIPE financing cannot be secured.
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The Business Combination Agreement contemplates that, prior to or concurrently with the consummation of the Business Combination, the Company, TDAC and certain Company shareholders will enter into a lock-up agreement (the “Lock-Up Agreement”), pursuant to which each such Company shareholder will agree, subject to customary exceptions, not to transfer certain Company ordinary shares and other securities held, issuable or acquirable by such Company shareholder immediately after the Second Merger Effective Time during the applicable lock-up period. The Lock-Up Agreement provides for lock-up periods of eighteen (18) months from and after the Closing Date for the Founder and his controlled entity, twelve (12) months from and after the Closing Date for management holders, and six (6) months from and after the Closing Date for the SBCVC entities, New Epoch, the New Horizon shareholders and other Company shareholders listed in the Lock-Up Agreement, in each case subject to the terms and exceptions set forth in the Lock-Up Agreement.
ProLogium insiders will be subject to staggered lock-up periods preventing share sales: 18 months for the founder, 12 months for management, and 6 months for certain institutional investors. These restrictions limit near-term selling pressure but also mean insiders cannot liquidate positions immediately after the merger closes.
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Concurrently with the execution and delivery of the Business Combination Agreement, TDAC, the Company and TDAC Partners LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Sponsor”), entered into a sponsor letter agreement (the “Sponsor Letter Agreement”), pursuant to which the Sponsor agreed, among other things, to (i) attend any meeting of TDAC shareholders for purposes of establishing a quorum, and vote all TDAC ordinary shares and other voting securities held by it in favor of approving the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement, including any proposal to extend the time by which TDAC must consummate an initial business combination; (ii) not transfer any TDAC ordinary shares, warrants or other equity securities held by it, except for transfers permitted under the Sponsor Letter Agreement; (iii) waive any dissenters’, appraisal or similar rights with respect to its TDAC ordinary shares in connection with the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement; (iv) not redeem any TDAC ordinary shares held by it in connection with such business combination or any proposal to extend the time by which TDAC must consummate an initial business combination; and (v) waive any anti-dilution adjustment to the conversion ratio between TDAC Class B ordinary shares and TDAC Class A Ordinary Shares set forth in Article 17.3 of TDAC’s amended and restated memorandum and articles of association, in each case on the terms set forth in the Sponsor Letter Agreement. The Sponsor also agreed, subject to specified exceptions, not to transfer, for twelve (12) months following the consummation of the Business Combination, any Company Class A Ordinary Shares and Company warrants held by it immediately after the First Merger Effective Time, or any Company Class A Ordinary Shares acquired upon conversion, exercise or exchange of such Company warrants.
TDAC's sponsor has committed to vote in favor of the merger, waive redemption rights, and accept a 12-month lock-up on its shares post-closing. The sponsor also waived anti-dilution protections on its founder shares. These commitments reduce execution risk by ensuring sponsor support and limiting near-term selling pressure from insiders.
Event · Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure
TDAC announces Business Combination Agreement with ProLogium, a battery technology company, via joint press release and investor presentation.
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On May 27, 2026, TDAC and ProLogium issued a joint press release announcing their entry into the Business Combination Agreement.
TDAC, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), has entered into a definitive Business Combination Agreement with ProLogium, a battery technology company. The transaction will result in ProLogium becoming publicly traded through a merger with TDAC. The companies have issued a joint press release and investor presentation to announce the deal.
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In connection with the Business Combination, ProLogium is expected to file with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-4, which will include a proxy statement of TDAC and a prospectus of ProLogium.
ProLogium will file a Form F-4 registration statement with the SEC containing a proxy statement for TDAC shareholders to vote on the Business Combination. TDAC shareholders will receive the definitive proxy statement and vote on whether to approve the merger. The transaction requires shareholder approval and satisfaction of other closing conditions.
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the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could delay, impede or prevent the Business Combination or give rise to the termination of the Business Combination Agreement; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against ProLogium or TDAC, the combined company or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the shareholders of ProLogium or TDAC or to satisfy other conditions to closing; failure to obtain the TDAC Extension, the amount of redemption requests made by TDAC’s public shareholders or the Company Shareholders; the ability to maintain the stock exchange listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination
The filing discloses multiple risks to completing the transaction, including potential shareholder redemptions, the need for a TDAC extension, shareholder approval requirements, possible legal challenges, and the risk of failing to meet stock exchange listing standards post-merger. These are standard SPAC merger risks but highlight execution uncertainty.
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ProLogium Holding Inc. (“ProLogium” or the “Company”), a global leader in the innovation and manufacturing of next-generation solid-state batteries, and Translational Development Acquisition Corp. ("TDAC") (Nasdaq: TDAC), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for a business combination that would result in ProLogium becoming a publicly listed company (the “Transaction”).
TDAC has entered into a definitive merger agreement with ProLogium, a solid-state battery manufacturer. Upon closing, the combined company will be named ProLogium Technology and is expected to list on Nasdaq under ticker symbol PRLG. The transaction is subject to shareholder approvals from both companies, regulatory approvals, and other customary closing conditions, with an expected close in the second half of 2026.
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The transaction values Prologium at approximately $3.8B on a pre-money, net cash-free basis.
The merger values ProLogium at approximately $3.8 billion on a pre-money, net cash-free basis. ProLogium will seek funding through a combination of TDAC's cash in trust and proceeds from a targeted common equity PIPE. This valuation reflects ProLogium's position as a commercial-scale solid-state battery manufacturer with over 1,100 patents and more than 2.4 million battery cells shipped since 2013.
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ProLogium has shipped a total of over 2.4 million battery cells to customers since 2013, of which more than 800,000 are its 3rd-generation batteries from the Gigafactory in Taiwan. ... With a portfolio of 1,100+ patents, ProLogium has introduced its 4th-generation superfluidized inorganic solid-state battery solution with zero thermal runaway, high energy density, low temperature performance, fast charging, competitive cost, and commercial readiness.
ProLogium has shipped over 2.4 million battery cells since 2013, including more than 800,000 third-generation batteries from its Taiwan gigafactory. The company holds over 1,100 patents and has introduced a fourth-generation superfluidized inorganic solid-state battery with zero thermal runaway risk, high energy density, and commercial readiness. Independent testing by TÜV Rheinland confirmed 360 Wh/kg energy density (more than 50% above conventional batteries), and UL Solutions verified no thermal runaway under Heat-Wait-Seek testing.
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The transaction is expected to fund the scaling of the production of the company’s 4th-generation batteries and the construction of ProLogium's new gigafactory in Dunkirk, France—an effort supported by an approved subsidy package of up to ~€1.4 billion from the Government of the French Republic.
Transaction proceeds are expected to fund construction of ProLogium's new gigafactory in Dunkirk, France, which has received an approved subsidy package of up to approximately $10.00 €1.4 billion from the French government.
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ProLogium is quickly moving into growth markets, including AI data centers, aerospace, robotics, and defense, while continuing to strengthen its position in EVs.
ProLogium is expanding into growth markets including AI data centers, aerospace, robotics, and defense, while continuing to strengthen its position in electric vehicles. The company is currently advancing commercial applications with strategic partners in off-highway applications such as construction vehicles, and in energy applications and smart mobility markets.
Event · Exhibit 99.2
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Translational Development Acquisition Corp. ("TDAC") and their respective subsidiaries, shareholders and associated undertakings and their businesses. This presentation has been prepared to assist interested parties in making their own evaluation with respect to a potential business combination between the Company and TDAC and the related transactions (together, the "Potential Business Combination")
TDAC filed an 8-K attaching an investor presentation describing a proposed business combination with Prologium Holding Inc., a Taiwan-based solid-state battery manufacturer. The transaction values Prologium at approximately $3.8 billion pre-money enterprise value (adjusted for $100M net cash). TDAC is seeking to raise ~$300M in gross proceeds through a combination of SPAC trust cash and PIPE financing to fund Prologium's manufacturing expansion outside Taiwan and Gen 4 battery commercialization. The presentation discloses that Prologium has been a global leader in solid-state battery design and manufacturing since 2006, has shipped 2.4M+ units, operates a 0.5 GWh/year facility in Taiwan, and is constructing a 4 GWh facility in Dunkirk, France (with max design capacity of 44 GWh). The transaction is targeting a close in 2H 2026, subject to shareholder approvals and other customary closing conditions including a $250 million minimum cash condition.
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Pre-Money Enterprise Valuation (1) Compelling valuation in light of ProLogium's next-generation battery technology, manufacturing track record, and commercial traction ~$3.8B TARGET GROSS PROCEEDS Will seek to be funded by a combination of anticipated PIPE proceeds and TDAC cash in trust at the close of the transaction ~$300M (1) Pre-Money Equity Valuation of ~$3.9B adjusted for $100M in net cash on ProLogium balance sheet.
The transaction structure values Prologium at $3.8 billion pre-money enterprise value ($3.9 billion equity value adjusted for $100M net cash on balance sheet). TDAC is targeting approximately $300 million in gross proceeds from a combination of SPAC trust cash and PIPE investment. At close, the pro forma ownership would be approximately 92% Prologium shareholders, 7% SPAC & PIPE investors, and 1% SPAC sponsor. The presentation indicates that after transaction expenses of ~$30M, Prologium would have ~$170M net cash on the balance sheet (~$300M gross proceeds less $30M expenses plus $100M existing net cash), resulting in a pro forma enterprise value of ~$3,877M.
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The First Solid-State Battery ("SSB") Company to Achieve Commercial-Scale Cell Production (2013) and Approach Gigawatt-hour Scale Production Capacity (2027) The First Solid State Battery Demo Car in 2019 Designed A Battery with zero Thermal Runaway risk with Gen 4 Technology Largest Patent Portfolio Among Pure-Play SSB Manufacturers Awarded the EU's largest subsidy to a foreign Battery Developer (up to ~€1.4B) to drive European Expansion in Dunkirk, France (1) ~$690M Raised to Date from Institutional and Strategic Parties
The presentation describes Prologium as the first solid-state battery company to achieve commercial-scale cell production (in 2013) and approach gigawatt-hour scale production capacity (by 2027). Key competitive differentiators include: the first solid-state battery demo car in 2019, Gen 4 technology designed with zero thermal runaway risk, the largest patent portfolio among pure-play SSB manufacturers (1,000+ patents), and the EU's largest subsidy to a foreign battery developer (up to ~€1.4 billion) for European expansion in Dunkirk, France. The company has raised approximately $690 million to date from institutional and strategic parties and has shipped 2.4 million+ units.
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Funding supports ProLogium's manufacturing expansion outside Taiwan and Gen 4 battery commercialization; Initial phase of Dunkirk, France factory supports >4 GWh/yr of 4th Generation Solid-State battery production
The transaction proceeds are intended to support Prologium's manufacturing expansion outside Taiwan and Gen 4 battery commercialization. Specifically, the initial phase of the Dunkirk, France factory is designed to support more than 4 GWh per year of 4th generation solid-state battery production. The presentation indicates that Phase 1 requires approximately $773 million to unlock 4 GWh of capacity, and the transaction is expected to provide sufficient liquidity to achieve this initial goal with approximately $300 million in additional liquidity available for future growth after funding the initial phase.
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€1.37B total approved ■ €275M advance payment already secured ■ Funded by French government via BPI France ■ Authorized by European Commission (SA.106740)
The presentation discloses that Prologium has been awarded a total of €1.37 billion in subsidies from the French government (via BPI France), authorized by the European Commission under case SA.106740. Of this total, €275 million in advance payments have already been secured. The subsidies are tied to nine milestones paid between 2024-2032, linked to capacity build-out at the Dunkirk facility. The subsidies are structured with no clawback if milestones are met, and provide flexibility to scale to demand-driven capacity. Phase 1 (4-8 GWh capacity) would trigger €768 million in total subsidies, with the full €1.375 billion available upon reaching 44 GWh capacity.
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