Nickel news

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  30 October 2025

  Axens to Acquire Eurecat, Enhance Catalyst and Metals Recycling

  Eurecat will continue serving the catalyst market, maintaining confidentiality and focusing on circularity and carbon footprint reduction, with potential expansion into metal recycling.
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  21 October 2025

  Rely Joins TNO VoltaChem's Anion Exchange Membrane Electrolyser Program

  The program aims to advance AEM electrolysers, focusing on safety, energy management, and cost efficiency, using PGM-free technology for sustainable hydrogen production.
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  24 September 2025

  Aurubis Opens First US Multimetal Recycling Plant

  The new Georgia plant produces strategic metals, boosting US supply chain independence and creating 240 jobs, with plans to process 180,000 tons of recycling material annually.
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  11 September 2025

  Stargate Hydrogen Uses BASF's Ultrason® for Lightweight Electrolyzer Frames

  Ultrason® S enhances electrolyzer frames with chemical resistance, durability, and design flexibility, boosting green hydrogen production efficiency and reducing costs.
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  29 August 2025

  BASF Delivers First CAM for Semi-Solid-State Batteries to WELION

  BASF and WELION advance Solid-State battery tech, achieving mass production in a year with enhanced energy density and safety through new CAM technology.
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  28 August 2025

  Aurubis Launches Steam Accumulator at Lünen Recycling Site

  The new system cuts 2 million m³ natural gas and 5,000 tons CO₂ annually, saving over €1 million in EBITDA. Funded by BMWE, it aligns with climate goals and boosts energy efficiency.

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  3 June 2025

  BASF Launches Black Mass Battery Recycling Plant in Germany

  The plant processes 15,000 tons of lithium-ion batteries annually, aiding circular economy goals by recovering key metals for new cathode materials, enhancing EU battery recycling efforts.
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  23 April 2025

  Nobian and Partners Launch Rare Metal Recycling for Electrolyzers

  A new initiative recycles rare metals from electrolyzers, enhancing circularity and reducing reliance on virgin materials in the chlor-alkali industry.
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  21 October 2024

  Mercedes opens battery recycling plant in Germany with 96% recovery rate

  The plant uses a mechanical-hydrometallurgical process to recover lithium, nickel, and cobalt, supporting sustainable electric mobility and circular economy goals.
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  16 April 2024

  BASF Begins Operating Prototype Battery Recycling Metal Refinery in Germany

  The new plant optimizes battery recycling, recovering valuable metals and supporting Europe's battery materials ecosystem, enhancing sustainability and self-sufficiency in line with EU regulations.
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  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.
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  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.
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  1 June 2023

  Devon County Council Backs Altilium's Battery Recycling Initiative

  A Devon-based firm recycles EV batteries, recovering over 95% of critical minerals. Supported by local and national funds, it plans to scale up operations in the UK and Europe.
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  22 October 2018

  BASF and Nornickel Partner for European Battery Materials

  A new plant in Finland will produce battery materials for 300,000 electric vehicles annually, using renewable energy. A long-term supply agreement ensures local nickel and cobalt sourcing.
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  23 June 2017

  Eramet Invests €34.5M to Upgrade Sandouville Plant

  The Sandouville plant adapts to a new nickel matte supplier from Finland, completing a €34.5M process transformation. The facility will gradually restart, aiming for full production by 2018.