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Volkswagen and Gotion establish battery hub in Morocco for European supply

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 9
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What happened

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Gotion High-Tech is constructing Morocco's first battery gigafactory in Kenitra, which is scheduled to begin cell production this month. Volkswagen's battery arm, PowerCo SE, will take a 49% stake in a new €480 million cathode plant at the Kenitra hub. This plant will produce lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode material to supply two new cell factories being built in Spain and Slovakia.

From riotimesonline.com

Why it matters

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The venture establishes a new electric vehicle component supply chain in Africa, linking German and Chinese manufacturing interests. The cathode plant will produce LFP material, a core ingredient used in cheaper batteries, thereby strengthening the supply chain for Volkswagen Group.

From riotimesonline.com

Who's involved

  • Volkswagen GroupVolkswagen Group's battery subsidiary, PowerCo SE, is taking a 49% stake in the cathode plant.
  • MoroccoMorocco is hosting the gigafactory and receiving the €480 million investment.
  • AfricaAfrica is the continent where the new battery hub is being established.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Volkswagen GroupSpeculative

    Volkswagen Group might secure a cheaper LFP cathode supply chain through its investment in the Moroccan venture.

  • EuropeSpeculative

    Europe could strengthen its supply chain resilience by localizing cathode production in Morocco.

  • MoroccoSpeculative

    Morocco might see increased industrial capacity and investment from the new gigafactory.

  • AfricaSpeculative

    Africa may experience a boost in regional industrial capacity and clean energy infrastructure.

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