Where will a new battery factory be built in the UK?

UK, 28 February 2024: Somerset will be home to a new multi-billion-pound electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility in the UK, it was confirmed today. Agratas, Tata Group’s global battery business, has confirmed that it will build a gigafactory on the Gravity Smart Campus near Bridgwater, Somerset.

What does the new Gigafactory mean for UK electric vehicle battery production?

This represents a six fold increase in UK electric vehicle battery production in the UK. The new gigafactory will be powered by 100% net zero carbon energy, aligning with our company’s global commitment to sustainability.

When will the new UK Gigafactory be built?

Construction of the new UK gigafactory began in December 2022. The new gigafactory will have an annual capacity of 15.8 GWh and employ more than 1,000 people. AESC says that the new gigafactory will be powered by 100% carbon neutral energy.

Does the UK have a plan for the future of battery manufacturing?

Last month, the Business and Trade Committee, a cross-party group of MPs, said that the government didn’t have a clear plan for the future of UK battery manufacturing.

How many jobs will a new battery plant create in the UK?

A new £1 billion battery plant is set to create up to 1,000 jobs in the UK by 2030. Independent battery maker Volklec has announced plans for the massive new facility in the Midlands after signing a licensing agreement with major Chinese battery specialist Far East Battery (FEB).

Will Eve build a new battery plant in the UK?

The expansion of the site would make EVE's plant twice the size of Nissan’s electric battery factory in Sunderland, a city in the North East of England. "The UK continues to be a magnet for big investments," said Dan Coatsworth, investment analyst at AJ Bell.