Battery Cell Production and Recycling: US Corporation Lyten Positions Itself as a Key Player in Europe

San Jose (USA) – Lyten is advancing its expansion in Europe: Following the acquisition of Northvolt Sweden and the establishment of an Industrial Hub in Skellefteå, the US battery storage company is taking over the former Northvolt-owned recycling facility Revolt. By expanding manufacturing and recycling, Lyten is strengthening its position in the European battery value chain.

The integrated battery and energy storage technology company Lyten is significantly boosting its presence in Sweden. After already purchasing the former Northvolt sites Ett and Labs and integrating them into the Lyten Industrial Hub, commercial battery cell production is set to begin in 2026. With the acquisition of the Revolt facility, the recycling of lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese will be integrated, improving supply security and sustainability in Europe’s battery production.

Lyten Industrial Hub: Battery Manufacturing and Research in Skellefteå

Lyten recently announced the completion of the acquisition of the Swedish Northvolt sites Ett and Labs and established its first Lyten Industrial Hub. The transaction with Northvolt included 16 GWh of battery manufacturing capacity, more than 160 hectares of industrial space, and Europe’s largest battery R&D center. Lyten aims to consolidate battery manufacturing, AI data centers, and complementary industrial activities at a single site.

Northvolt Labs in Västerås will continue the development of long-life lithium-ion NMC cells and, together with Lyten in Silicon Valley, prepare for the industrial production of lithium-sulfur batteries. Matthias Arleth, CEO of Lyten Sweden, stated: “The research and development work in Västerås will be a central component in meeting future market demands with both high-performance NMC and next-generation lithium-sulfur batteries.”

Another component of the Industrial Hub is the integration of data centers: Operator and developer EdgeConneX plans to acquire a site within the Hub area with a potential capacity of up to one gigawatt, which would make it one of the largest data center campus locations in Europe.

Dan Cook, CEO and co-founder of Lyten, emphasized: “We have the infrastructure, talent, and technology to build a thriving battery ecosystem across North America and Europe, supported by local supply chains and local talent.” Commercial cell production in Skellefteå is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, especially for energy storage systems, the automotive industry, and mobility markets.

Acquisition of the Revolt Recycling Facility: Sustainability and Supply Security

Alongside production expansion, Lyten is taking over the Revolt battery recycling facility in Skellefteå, one of Europe’s largest fully integrated recycling plants. With an annual capacity of 8,500 tons and infrastructure for further scaling, the facility is powered entirely by fossil-free energy and recycles lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese.

Dan Cook explained: “The Revolt recycling plant is an important piece in enabling Europe’s battery supply chain independence and supports Lyten’s goal of reducing mined mineral content in our batteries.” Lyten plans to resume and expand recycling activities within the Industrial Hub, supported by strategic partners.

The acquisitions are being fully financed through Lyten’s equity investments. Legal and regulatory approvals in Sweden are currently underway, with the transactions expected to close in the second quarter of 2026. With this combined approach of manufacturing, research, and recycling, Lyten positions itself as a central player in the European battery industry while strengthening the sustainable supply of raw materials.

Source: IWR Online, 18 Mar 2026