French nuclear group Orano announced two joint ventures with China’s XTC New Energy Materials to develop EV battery component plants in Dunkirk, France.

The partnership, named Neomat, will establish:

• A Cathode Active Materials (CAM) manufacturing facility.

• A Precursor Cathode Active Material (PCAM) production plant.

A public inquiry for the project is slated for spring 2025, marking a significant step in advancing Europe’s battery production capabilities.

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