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Who makes lithium-ion batteries in Poland?

Lithium-ion batteries already account for more than 2.4 per cent of all Polish exports. In addition to LG Energy Solutions, other leading battery companies such as Northvolt, Umicore, SK Innovation, Capchem, Guotai Huarong, BMZ and Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Poland are also investing in our country.

What is the largest battery plant in Europe?

It built the first battery production plant in Europe and the largest in the world on approximately 1,000,000 square meters of land. The LG Energy plant in Wroclaw, Poland, has an annual capacity of 86 GWh, which is enough to power approximately 1.2 million electric vehicles.

Why did LG choose Poland for its EV battery production system?

For these reasons, LG Energy Solution has chosen Poland as the primary production base for its global EV battery production system. It built the first battery production plant in Europe and the largest in the world on approximately 1,000,000 square meters of land.

How big is SK battery plant in Poland?

The plant spans an area of approximately 100 hectares and is equipped with dozens of modern production lines. Currently boasting a capacity of 86 GWh, the plant is expected to reach 115 GWh soon. In mid-2021, the SK hi-tech battery materials Poland plant was inaugurated in Dąbrowa Górnicza as part of a Korean investment.

Why is it so difficult to develop a battery industry in Poland?

It is a challenging task as there are many competitors, given Poland's status as the largest battery exporter in the EU. To leverage the potential of our academia, we require additional public funding. Typically, the EU and the private sector fund the development of new technologies and research, but this approach should be re-evaluated.

How important is the lithium-ion battery industry in Poland?

1. Recommendation Developing Competitiveness The lithium-ion battery industry is now responsible for 2% of the Polish annual export value. This is a datapoint which is often brought up by Polish stakeholders. This shows of course, how much of an economic factor this industry can become.

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