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What's going on with Europe's largest lithium processing plant in Portugal?
Abstract Aurora, a joint venture between the Portuguese energy firm Galp and the Swedish battery maker Northvolt, aims to build Europe’s largest lithium processing plant in Portugal. Set to open in 2026, the plant is expected to produce 32,000 metric tons of lithium hydroxide per year.
Why is the construction of Portugal's largest lithium refinery postponed?
The construction of one of Europeʼs largest lithium refineries in Portugal has been postponed. Due to its complexity and uncertainties regarding financing, the 50:50-joint-venture Aurora project by Portuguese oil company Galp and Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt will be delayed.
Is Northvolt going to build a lithium conversion plant in Portugal?
The Swedish battery cell manufacturer Northvolt is setting up a 50:50 joint venture with Portugal’s energy company Galp. Under the direction of the joint venture Aurora, a lithium conversion plant will be built in Portugal. The future location of the plant is still under discussion. ++ This article has been updated.
What's going on with Aurora's Lithium Project?
The joint venture is also exploring funding options to support the project's development. Aurora aims to build Europe's largest sustainable lithium plant in Portugal, producing 35,000 tons annually by 2026, supporting the battery value chain and energy transition efforts.
What happened to a Galp & Northvolt lithium refinery in Portugal?
The construction of Aurora as one of Europeʼs largest lithium refineries by Galp and Northvolt in Portugal has been postponed.
What will Aurora's lithium conversion plant do?
The Aurora joint venture lithium conversion plant is expected to have an initial production capacity of 28,000 to 35,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium hydroxide per year. According to Northvolt, up to €700 million will be invested, creating more than 200 direct jobs and more than 3,000 indirect jobs in the region.