What is SK TES' new battery recycling facility in Rotterdam?

International battery recycling company SK tes is opening a new battery recycling facility in the Rotterdam port area. This facility recycles spent lithium batteries, electric vehicle batteries and battery production scrap to recover crucial raw materials.

Where can batteries be recycled?

By-products generated in the battery manufacturing process, waste electric vehicle batteries and recalled batteries can be safely processed at the SK tes battery recycling facility in Rotterdam.

What are the transport rules for lithium-ion batteries in the Netherlands?

The following rules apply to the transport of lithium-ion batteries within the Netherlands: ADR: ADR (Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route): Transport must comply with this European regulation, with specific requirements for packaging, labeling, and documentation.

Where are EV batteries recycled?

Waste EV batteries and recalled batteries will be safely processed at the SK Tes battery recycling facility in Rotterdam. As a part of the battery recycling process, SK Tes extracts black mass—an intermediate product containing rare metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel—that is fed back into the battery supply chain.

How big is a battery plant in Europe?

The facility, strategically located at Europe’s largest port, marks a significant step in the company’s expansion into Western Europe. The 10,000 square meter plant can handle 40,000 electric vehicle batteries annually, producing 10,000 tons of black mass—a key material from which lithium, cobalt, and nickel can be extracted.

Who is responsible for discarded batteries in the Netherlands?

Then you may also have extended producer responsibility. If you produce or import batteries in the Netherlands, you are responsible for the collection and recycling of discarded batteries.