Evolito Ltd
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| Formerly | Spin-off from YASA Limited |
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| Founded | June 2021 |
| Headquarters | Bicester, Oxfordshire |
| Website | Official website |
Evolito Ltd. is a British aerospace company that develops axial-flux electric motors, motor controller units, and battery management systems for aviation applications. The company operates a 40,000-square-foot (3,716-square-meter) manufacturing and testing facility in Bicester, Oxfordshire.[1][2]
The company focuses on developing axial-flux electric propulsion systems, aiming to support sustainable aviation, with a focus on advanced air mobility applications and hybrid adaptations of existing aircraft platforms.[3]
History
[edit]Evolito was established in June 2021 when YASA Limited, a company that developed axial-flux electric motor technology, was acquired by Mercedes-Benz. As part of the acquisition, YASA separated its aerospace division from the original company, creating a separate entity known as Evolito to focus on the development of axial-flux motor technology for aviation markets.
In November 2023, Evolito received Design Organization Approval (DOA) from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for electric propulsion systems from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for electric propulsion systems.
In 2022, Evolito purchased Gloucestershire-based aerospace battery developer Electroflight.[4]
In February 2025, Evolito secured a contract to supply 32 D250 axial-flux motors for French airship start-up Flying Whales' LCA60T airship, with entry into service expected in 2028.[5]
Leadership and recognition
[edit]As of 2025, the leadership team includes CEO Dr. Chris Harris, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO); Marc Holme, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO); Ajay Lukha, the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO); Gareth Morris, the Chief Operating Officer (COO); Rachael Wallwork, the Chief People Officer (CPO), and Nicole Johnson, the Director of Finance.[6]
Markets
[edit]Competitors in the electric propulsion market include magniX, Rolls-Royce Electrical, and Joby Aviation. Market research valued the global aircraft electric motor industry at $6.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow to $14.5 billion by 2032.[7]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Weiss, C. C. (2025-02-27). "Slim, stackable axial flux motor powers up world's largest aircraft". New Atlas. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ^ "EVOLITO LTD overview". Find and update company information - GOV.UK. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ^ Godding, Nicky (2021-09-24). "Evolito, a spin-out from Oxford based Yasa, plans to electrify aerospace". The Business Magazine. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ^ "Evolito Acquires Electroflight". Evolito LTD. 2022-07-05. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ^ "Evolito to Supply Electric Propulsion Motors for Flying Whales". 2025-02-04.
Evolito will provide their D250 electric propulsion motor for the LCA60T airship, which is due to make its debut test flight in 2027.
- ^ "The Evolito Team". Evolito LTD. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
- ^ "Aircraft Electric Motor Market Size, Share, Growth Report, 2032". Allied Market Research. June 2023. Retrieved 2025-03-01.