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With the Battery Production Days, the organizers of the successful Electric Vehicle Production Days are setting a new focus: battery production. Following the successful kick-off in Münster in 2025, the Campus Forum, the PEM Chair at RWTH Aachen University, and Fraunhofer FFB are pleased to invite you to the next edition of the event, taking place on October 20–21, 2025, in Aachen. You can look forward to an exciting exhibition and a top-class conference with sessions on topics such as "Innovations in the manufacturing process", "Scaled battery cell production" and "Quality assurance and modern factory planning".

Fraunhofer FFB is not just a research facility, but a key link in the battery ecosystem, bridging the gap between research and industrial application. Our goal is always to support companies with our technological, industrial, and scientific expertise so that, together, we can contribute to an innovative future for the battery industry. So come meet us at the »Battery Show North America 2026«, in Hall A-E, at Booth 4429, and learn how FFB bridges the gap between research and industrial battery cell production and can support companies.

Battery systems are evolving rapidly. New cell designs, increasing performance requirements, and the transition to industrial-scale production are presenting companies with ever-changing challenges. At the exclusive Technology Day hosted by tesa SE and Fraunhofer FFB, you’ll gain practical insights into current technology trends, innovative battery systems, and the future of the battery industry. Look forward to high-caliber presentations by experts from research and industry, engaging discussions on market and technology trends, and an exclusive tour of the FFB PreFab facility in Münster. Discover how new technologies are paving the way from innovation to industrial application.

Münster continues to emerge as an international hub for battery research: At Fraunhofer FFB, the Fraunhofer Battery Alliance, along with the Korea Environment Corporation (K-eco), Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), and the city of Pohang, signed two Memorandums of Understanding to deepen their collaboration. The signing took place during a visit by the South Korean delegation to Münster. The goal is to collaborate more closely on the development of new battery technologies, production processes, and recycling solutions.

In recent years, Münster has developed into one of Europe’s leading battery hubs. Jochen Ott, Chair of the SPD parliamentary group in the North Rhine-Westphalia State Parliament, and Sven Frenck, SPD candidate for the State Parliament in Constituency III in Münster, got a firsthand look at the contri-bution made by the Fraunhofer Institute for Battery Cell Research and Pro-duction (FFB) during a visit to the Münster-Amelsbüren site. Dr.-Ing. Florian Degen, head of the Production Technology Department at Fraunhofer FFB, guided the guests through the “FFB PreFab” research production facility and provided insights into industry-oriented battery cell production.

Startups are considered drivers of the energy transition. A study by the University of Münster and Fraunhofer FFB now shows that battery startups are emerging primarily in areas where technological expertise is in demand but capital requirements are still manageable. Startups are particularly well-represented in advanced materials, specialized components, and cell manufacturing. By contrast, significantly fewer startups are emerging in more capital-intensive areas of the value chain, such as raw material extrac-tion, recycling, or second-life applications. Even where startups do emerge, the transition to industrial-scale production often remains a major hurdle. For the study, the research team analyzed more than 400 new battery companies worldwide. The results were published in the journal „Energy Strategy Reviews“.

By 2030, the volume of end-of-life batteries and materials to be recycled is expected to triple. At the same time, the complexity of return streams is increasing, for exam-ple due to different battery types, designs, and chemical compositions. A joint study by the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB, the Institute of Business Chemistry at the University of Münster, Porsche Consulting GmbH, and Volkswagen AG shows that, for recycling companies, the key priorities now are to scale up existing recycling processes in an economically viable manner and to pre-pare in a timely manner for the significantly more diverse return streams of the fu-ture. The results have now been published in the world-renowned journal “Nature Energy.”

Fraunhofer FFB is participating for the first time in the Battery Cells & Systems Expo in Birmingham—one of the industry’s key platforms for battery technologies and industrial scaling. At Booth 913 in Hall 8, we’ll demonstrate how, as a scale-up partner, we bridge the gap between cell development and industrial implementation. Our presence at the event will be complemented by presentations in the conference program and illustrative exhibits from the field of battery cell development.

The seminar week provides a thorough understanding of the technical, regulatory, and safety-related requirements for battery systems for dual-use applications. Experts from research and industry provide insights into safety concepts, system architectures, regulatory frameworks, and current developments.

The future of battery technology isn’t created in the lab alone—it’s brought to life in industrial practice. That’s exactly where we come in. Visit us at the Battery Show Europe 2026 in Hall 1, Booth A045, and learn how we help companies across the entire battery value chain successfully bring innovations to market.

From now on, a field in Hartmannsbrook, Amelsbüren, will no longer be used solely for grow-ing grain: a new agri-solar plant will also generate solar power on the site. Mayor Tilman Fuchs, along with representatives from Stadtwerke Münster and Fraunhofer FFB, gathered at the solar park for the official commissioning. “This project shows what is possible when a city works together on its future. Business, agriculture, Stadtwerke, and citizens are all pulling together here and demonstrating their ability to shape Münster’s future,” emphasized Mayor Tilman Fuchs.

Industrial battery cell manufacturing has become a key strategic issue for Europe’s competitiveness. Against this backdrop, Institute Director Prof. Simon Lux will discuss key challenges and prospects for European battery cell manufacturing with representatives from industry and politics at the world’s leading industrial trade fair. In addition, Fraunhofer FFB will demonstrate how applied research, digital production concepts, and connected factory solutions accelerate the transfer of research results to an industrial scale.

With the SIB:DE ENTWICKLUNG funding project, the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology, and Space (BMFTR) is launching the largest German consortium to date dedicated to sodium-ion battery technology. Twenty-five partners from academia and industry are collaborating to develop a sustainable, safe, and cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion batteries. The focus is on the production of large-format, market-ready cells as well as the assessment of recyclability. The goal is the rapid transfer of research results into industrial applications.

The prestigious European Training Awards from BDVT e.V. (Professional Association for Training, Consulting and Coaching) is one of the most relevant awards in the German-speaking training market. Every year, an independent jury of experts consisting of experienced specialists and practitioners from the continuing education sector selects outstanding training, further education, or qualification measures in the form of seminars, workshops, or training courses that impress with their innovative didactics, clear structure, and real impact. In 2025, employees of the Fraunhofer Society – in particular Fraunhofer FFB – won several awards in a total of three of the four categories.