A new constellation in battery recycling was born as Belgian Sortbat, a subsidiary of Bebat, acquired Norwegian Høyenergi, a subsidiary of Batteriretur. The new partners said that the deal will strengthen Belgium and Norway’s leadership in managing large batteries, including those from electric vehicles (EVs), maritime applications and energy storage systems (BESS).
Norway is one of the most advanced European markets for EV vehicles. With five years of experience ahead of the rest of Europe, Høyenergi has developed specialised expertise in handling large and critical batteries. Dismantling techniques and operational processes complement the advanced sorting and management capabilities of its Belgian counterpart, Sortbat.
Technically the new company will have access to innovative tools, such as software platforms for dismantling adapted to all brands and solutions for discharging and diagnosing the health status of battery modules. Høyenergi is extending the partnership’s action towards the reuse of batteries.
Peter Coonen, CEO of Bebat, emphasised: “Today, secure and integrated end-of-life battery solutions are extremely rare. That is why Bebat is taking the lead, bridging the gap until the expected surge in the end-of-life (EOL) electric vehicle battery market by 2035. It is crucial that a robust solution is in place by then, but waiting is not an option. This acquisition allows us to act now, building expertise and ensuring a safe, scalable solution for the future.”
Marcus Sandholmen, CEO of Høyenergi added:” In Norway, more than 90% of new cars sold are electric. The first generation of EV’s is already reaching its end of their life phase today. With Bebat, we are establishing R&D facilities and training programs for technicians to ensure the safe and responsible management of today’s and tomorrow’s batteries.”
“This collaboration will make us stronger, ultimately benefiting our customers,” concluded Tor Henrik Svendsen, CEO of Batteriretur.
Photo: Batteriretur
