On 17-18 April 2024, the BATRAW consortium, composed of 17 partners, gathered at MTB Manufacturing facilities in Saint-Chef, France.
The meeting provided a comprehensive review of the milestones achieved and the next steps across the full end-of-life battery recycling value chain. Discussions started with management updates and reporting milestones, followed by deep dives into the progress of dismantling, mechanical pre-treatment, and advanced hydrometallurgical recovery technologies. Significant progress was shared on the construction of the semi-automated dismantling line, a key element to optimize the safe recovery of battery components. Mechanical and chemical processes are continuously evolving, with enhanced methods for graphite and critical raw material separation close to scaling up. Ongoing efforts focus on validating recovered materials for reuse in manufacturing, reinforcing the project’s circular economy goals.
During the meeting, Leitat presented key advancements in the construction of the semi-automated dismantling line, as well as its leading role in coordinating technical developments, reporting milestones, and strategic objectives.
Beyond the working sessions, consortium members had the opportunity to visit MTB Manufacturing’s assembly lines, enjoy a lunch at La Maison, attend a consortium dinner at MTB, and take a guided tour of MTB’s manufacturing and recycling facilities.
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