Overview

• Construction of the preprocessing facility in Bruyères-sur-Oise, northern France, is set to begin in 2026, with operations starting in 2027.
• The plant will process battery scrap and end-of-life EV batteries into 'black mass,' which will later be refined into lithium, nickel, and cobalt for new battery production.
• This marks LG Energy Solution's first battery recycling joint venture in Europe, enhancing its position in the regional battery ecosystem.
• LG Energy Solution will supply battery scrap from its Wroclaw, Poland facility, while Derichebourg will contribute end-of-life batteries from France and neighboring countries.
• The project aligns with EU Battery Regulation requirements mandating increased recycled content in batteries by 2031, addressing supply chain sustainability and regulatory compliance.