Vianode has officially opened its Via ONE anode graphite production plant in Herøya, Norway. The plant will produce 2,000 tonnes of synthetic anode graphite annually, enough to power about 30,000 electric vehicles. It is expected to play a key role in the green mobility transition and employ over 100 people.
“This opening is a major milestone in Vianode’s strategy for building a low-emission value chain for batteries in Europe and North America. Vianode aims to enable a decarbonized battery and EV industry by creating more sustainable anode graphite that improves the properties of batteries and EVs, including faster charging, increased range, and longer service life. It is also a significant step towards strengthening European production of critical materials for electrification,” says Burkhard Straube, CEO of Vianode.
Vianode’s synthetic graphite is expected to have a 90% lower CO2 footprint compared to traditional production methods, making it an important part of creating a more sustainable battery supply chain. The facility was built with a €30 million grant from the Norwegian government, while Vianode invested around €195 million.
Vianode, a spinoff from Elkem, was established in 2021 to focus on sustainable battery materials. In March 2024, Elkem exited its financial investment in Vianode as part of a broader strategy to focus on its core business and reduce capital expenditure. Vianode is backed by aluminium and renewable energy company Hydro and Altor Fund V, a fund managed by Altor Fund Manager.
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