Northvolt's large-scale battery energy storage systems manufacturing operation in Europe has been taken over by Lyten.
In a significant move for the European battery market, Lyten, a leading player in the industry, has announced the acquisition of Northvolt's Dwa ESS operations, a 25,000 square meter battery energy storage systems (BESS) manufacturing facility in Gdansk, Poland. The deal, expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, marks a strategic expansion for Lyten in the European energy storage sector [1][2][3].
The acquisition of Northvolt's Dwa ESS facility, which came online in 2023, includes equipment to ramp up to 6 GWh of energy storage manufacturing capacity and the footprint to expand to 10+ GWh in the future [1][2]. This move is timely, as the growing demand for energy storage systems in Europe is driven by the increasing shift towards renewable energy sources.
Lyten plans to immediately restart operations at the facility to fulfil existing and new customer orders [1][2]. The company's introduction of lithium-sulfur batteries, which offer ultra-lightweight and high energy density capabilities, is expected to enhance the competitiveness of European battery manufacturers compared to their Chinese counterparts [1][3].
The acquisition represents a positive development for Europe's battery industry, which has faced challenges such as rising capital costs and geopolitical instability. The integration of lithium-sulfur technology could also reduce reliance on critical minerals like nickel, cobalt, and graphite, using locally abundant materials instead [4].
Gdansk sees the acquisition as an opportunity to cooperate in the field of energy storage, create energy innovation centres, and advance R&D partnerships with local universities. The facility is supplied by renewable power and has contracted orders extending into 2026 [1].
The Northvolt acquisition by Lyten is not limited to the acquisition of the Dwa ESS facility; it also includes the Industrial subset of the Northvolt Systems division. This acquisition accelerates the expansion of Lyten's lithium-sulfur batteries into Europe and provides Lyten with production capacity to meet demand in the growing BESS market [1].
The acquisition by Lyten of Northvolt's operations in Gdansk is a confirmation of the growing competitiveness of Poland and specifically Gdansk on the global economic map. Lyten has acquired Europe's largest energy storage systems manufacturing operation, with the intention to immediately restart production in Gdansk to resume sales of battery energy storage systems (BESS) [1].
Moreover, Lyten's lithium-sulfur batteries replace minerals like nickel, cobalt, manganese, and graphite with locally abundant battery materials. The company is expanding its product line to include the world's first BESS powered by lithium-sulfur batteries, a move that aligns with Europe's ambitions to enhance its energy independence and sustainability goals [1].
In a broader context, the acquisition signifies a step towards advancing in the global battery market for Lyten, as it strives to carry forward Northvolt's mission with battery energy storage systems (BESS) manufacturing and the introduction of lithium-sulfur batteries in Europe [1]. The planned investment by Lyten is significant for Gdansk and the European battery market, as it supports the growth of energy storage systems in Europe, aligning with the region's renewable energy strategies.
References: [1] https://www.reuters.com/business/energy-environment/lyten-acquires-northvolts-gdansk-battery-plant-2025-06-01/ [2] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-01/lyten-acquires-northvolt-s-gdansk-battery-plant-to-boost-european-market [3] https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/scania-buys-northvolt-industrial-subset-boost-swedish-electric-truck-ambitions-2025-04-07/ [4] https://www.reuters.com/business/energy-environment/european-battery-makers-race-develop-sustainable-batteries-2025-05-12/
- This acquisition by Lyten of Northvolt's operations in Gdansk, which includes the Industrial subset of the Northvolt Systems division, signifies a strategic step in expanding their lithium-sulfur battery technology into the European business sector, potentially enhancing the region's competitiveness in the global technology-driven finance industry.
- With the acquisition of Northvolt's Dwa ESS facility, Lyten not only gains a significant manufacturing footprint for energy storage systems in Europe's rapidly growing renewable energy business, but also positions itself to reduce dependence on critical minerals, embracing locally abundant materials for battery production, thus aligning with Europe's ambitions for energy independence and sustainability.
