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Will Denmark's 'better energy a/s' collapse hurt Northvolt AB?

(Bloomberg) -- The collapse of Denmark’s Better Energy A/S, a once-hyped solar park developer, is sending repercussions through the Nordic country’s financial system and bringing eerie reminders of the recent problems for another green energy champion, Northvolt AB, in neighboring Sweden.

Who makes Northvolt batteries?

Northvolt manufactures lithium-ion battery cells used for electric vehicles and stationary storage. Volkswagen Group is its largest shareholder after an investment of roughly $1 billion.

Does Northvolt have a liquidity problem?

"Northvolt's liquidity picture has become dire," the company said in its Chapter 11 petition. Northvolt, a Swedish-based lithium-ion battery manufacturer backed by Volkswagen Group and others, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States. The company was hailed as one of Europe's biggest hopes against China's EV battery supremacy.

Will Northvolt fight China's EV battery supremacy?

The company was hailed as one of Europe's biggest hopes against China's EV battery supremacy. Northvolt's financial situation deteriorated in a matter of months. Swedish-based Northvolt, which was seen as one of Europe’s best shots at fighting off China’s electric vehicle battery supremacy, filed for bankruptcy yesterday.

Is Northvolt a homegrown EV battery champion?

A partner of major European automakers, Northvolt produces lithium-ion batteries for the blooming electric vehicle industry, which has recently been rocked by intensifying competition from the likes of China. The Stockholm-based business has long been regarded as Europe’s best hope of building a homegrown EV battery champion.

How many batteries does Northvolt produce a year?

However, Northvolt said in its bankruptcy filing that it currently can produce 300,000 batteries per year. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox.