Battery Black-mass

Also known as Batteries, nickel-metal hydride [see Batteries, dry, sealed, n.o.s. for nickel-metal hydride batteries transported by modes other than vessel], LITHIUM ION BATTERIES (including lithium ion polymer batteries), and incorrect use of EC number (non existant).

Projects targeting battery black-mass

chemXplore tracks 7 projects targeting battery black-mass, of which 3 are active.

3 Announced / Concept

3 new construction.

What moved recently
  • 18 June 2026 NAN Silox GreenMet Li-ion battery recycling platform in Andhra Pradesh · Announced / Concept · India

Owners and developers: Glencore (1), Li-Cycle (1), N.A.N. Silox GreenMet Pvt. Ltd. (1), Silox SA (1), United States Strategic Metals, LLC (1)

Investors: Appian Capital Advisory (1)

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Latest news on battery black-mass

4 September 2026
Bart De Wever highlights Silox’s India battery-recycling plans

Belgian PM cited a Belgian‑Indian joint venture aiming to capture 10% of India’s lithium‑ion battery recycling capacity within five years.

6 August 2026
Worley wins engineering contract for USSM multi‑metallic processing hub

Engineering, procurement and construction support for a cobalt refinery and black‑mass line to convert cobalt hydroxide and battery black mass into critical metals.

16 July 2026
Alfen and CATL partner on 5 GWh sodium‑ion storage deployment in Europe

Joint plan to deploy 5 GWh of sodium‑ion battery storage across Europe to cut costs, diversify supply and reduce exposure to lithium price swings.

18 June 2026
NAN GreenMet and Silox form 50:50 JV to build India's advanced Li‑ion battery recycling platform

A 50:50 joint venture will set up India's most advanced Li‑ion battery recycling and critical minerals recovery platform.

6 March 2026
Iberdrola Acquires First Wind Farm in Victoria, Australia

Iberdrola acquires Ararat Wind Farm, expanding its presence in five Australian states and reinforcing its renewable energy strategy with a 242 MW capacity.

13 February 2026
ASPİLSAN Enerji Hosts SAFELOOP Project Meeting in Kayseri

The SAFELOOP Project focuses on enhancing battery sustainability and recycling, uniting 15 organizations to improve lithium-ion battery safety and performance.

1 December 2025
RWE to Build Largest UK Battery Storage Facility

RWE's £200M Pembroke Battery Storage will support UK's clean energy transition, with construction starting 2026 and commissioning in 2028, enhancing grid stability and local biodiversity.

19 September 2025
ASPİLSAN Enerji Boosts Investment in Battery Solutions

Investing in LFP and drone batteries, ASPİLSAN enhances R&D and production, promoting battery tech awareness and a fully integrated value chain in Turkey.

18 January 2024
Andrada Group to Open €33M Green Energy Recycling Plant in Sóskút

The plant will create 160 jobs, recycle energy storage systems, and support Hungary's green transition with advanced, sustainable technology. Operations to expand across Europe.

1 September 2023
Andrada Group to Build Battery Recycling Plant in Hungary

The plant will recycle 10,000 tons of EV batteries annually, create 200 jobs, and receive HUF 4.7 billion in government support. It will use advanced, environmentally safe technology.

Where it is produced

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Who produces it

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The 3 with the most plants, of 6 producers.

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