With market volatility and an ever-increasing global demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage (ESS) capacity, gaining clarity on the impending challenges has become paramount for market participants.
The Fastmarkets European Battery Raw Materials Conference 2023 offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the factors influencing battery material supply chains, stay updated on the latest advancements in battery chemistry innovations and extraction techniques and establish valuable connections with industry participants across the supply chain.
As the conference approaches this September, here are three compelling reasons why attending this event is a must for anyone involved in the battery materials sector.
1. Tackle the security of battery materials supply in Europe
In response to the rapidly growing demand for EVs in Europe, there is an urgent need to address the security of battery materials supply. One of the crucial steps is to build a resilient battery supply chain that can withstand potential disruptions and uncertainties.
Gain insights into the dynamics of the European EV battery supply chain and identify bottlenecks and vulnerabilities that need to be addressed. The conference will give updates on near-term projects for key battery materials such as lithium, nickel, graphite, cobalt, manganese and rare earth elements, which play a critical role in battery production.
Scaling up refining capacity within Europe will be essential to reduce dependency on imports and establish a self-sufficient battery ecosystem. Scaling cell capacity in Europe is equally important to meet the surging demand for EVs and promote regional innovation and economic growth. By strategically addressing these points, Europe can reinforce its position as a leader in the global EV market and ensure a sustainable and reliable supply of batteries for the future.
On the agenda:
- ‘EV battery demand outlook’ with Phoebe O’Hara, Battery Raw Materials Analyst, Fastmarkets
- ‘Executive keynote panel: Scaling up critical metals production in Europe’ with Eric Norris, president of energy storage at Albemarle, Francis Wedin, managing director, Vulcan Energy Resources, Yann Teste, vice president purchasing new technologies and global categories at Volvo, Matti Hietanen, chief executive officer, Finnish Minerals Group and Andrea Hotter, special correspondent at Fastmarkets
- ‘Rare earth materials: market size, forecast and supply chain outlook’ with David Merriman, research director at Project Blue
2. Stay up to date on critical materials and battery regulations – Europe and global outlook
Stay ahead of the curve and informed on the ever-evolving landscape of critical materials and battery regulations with a comprehensive European and global outlook.
At the forefront of the discussion is the future of critical minerals policy in Europe, including insights into the European Critical Raw Materials Act and its implications on the industry.
As the 2026 deadline for battery passports approaches, gain valuable knowledge on the significance and implementation of battery passports and traceability measures for critical materials. Delve into an analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its potential as either an existential threat or a catalyst for Europe, drawing comparisons with the European Critical Minerals Act and its prospective future impact.
Explore the intricate dynamics of Europe’s dependency on China in the race for raw materials, as China continues to play a crucial role in the global supply chain. The conference will be a unique opportunity to get in-depth insights and engage in discussions that will shape the future of the industry and its regulatory landscape.
On the agenda:
- ‘The future of critical minerals policy in Europe’ with Giorgio Corbetta, EU affairs director for Eurobat
- ‘Getting ready for Battery Passports 2026’ with Stefan Debruyne, director of external affairs at SQM, Ellen Carey, chief external affairs officer at Circulor and Stephanie Schenk associate, project lead at Systemiq, Battery Pass Consortium
- ‘The IRA: Existential threat or a catalyst for Europe?’ with Andrew Leyland, managing director at Supply Chain Insights, Francesco Gattiglio, director external affairs, EU at Albemarle, Richard Taylor, founding director at Green Lithium, Ilka von Dalwigk, policy manager at EIT InnoEnergy and Francesca Matthews, partner – energy and infrastructure at Linklaters
3. Get crucial information on the latest battery innovations
Discover the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of the battery industry and capitalize on their potential beyond EV applications. At the conference, get exclusive insights into the ESS outlook, exploring how to harness its full potential in various sectors.
Attend our session ‘Unlocking the Black Box: Battery Material Intensity and Supply Chain Decisions’ and delve into the intricate choices influencing supply chain strategies. Take a deep dive into the latest advancements in battery technology, including dry coating, silicone anodes, sodium-ion, lithium metal fluoride phosphate (LMFP), solid-state batteries and next-gen flow batteries.
Stay ahead of the game with valuable knowledge of extraction technologies, particularly insights into direct lithium extraction (DLE) methods. Explore battery recycling technologies, crucial for promoting sustainability and circularity in the industry.
With a focus on the evolving landscape, this conference presents a unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of innovation and make informed decisions to shape the future of the battery materials market.
On the agenda:
- ‘Carbonate, hydroxide, or li-metal? Battery chemistry outlook’ with Lisset Urrutia, director R&D and cell engineering at SVOLT, Nicolo Campagnol, solution manager of Battery Insights at McKinsey, Francisco Carranza, CEO at Basquevolt and Jorge Diaz-Schneider, global business vice president – advanced energy storage materials, lithium at Albemarle
- ‘DLE reality check’ with Pedro Ruiz, head of business development and marketing at Geolith, David Dickson, managing director and chief executive officer at Lake Resources and Dalila Ouerghi, senior price reporter, battery raw materials at Fastmarkets
- ‘Battery recycling and black mass forecast’ with Julia Harty, battery recycling analyst at Fastmarkets and Lee Allen, senior price reporter at Fastmarkets
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