France

France Spoke.

arrow down
accent accent

OUR FACILITY

The France Spoke is expected to use Li-Cycle’s ‘Generation 3’ technology to process full EV battery packs without discharging or disassembly.

Li-Cycle’s Spoke recycling process uses a submerged shredding method that does not require the dismantling or discharging of batteries and reduces the risk of a thermal event. The plans for the France Spokes have been paused and the timing is being re-evaluated as part of Li-Cycle’s go-forward strategy.

accent
Graphic of a blue house with a green plant in front

About the project.

The France Spoke is strategically located in “Battery Valley,” an area noted for its high concentration of global automotive OEMs and battery gigafactories in Harnes in the Hauts-de-France region.

Graphic of green leaves in a circular pattern

Managing our environmental footprint.

Our innovative recycling process ensures the safe and sustainable recycling of all types of lithium-ion batteries and manufacturing scrap, preventing them from ending up in landfills and reducing overall waste.

Graphic showing a flower with a plug as the bulb of the flower

Commitment to safety.

Li-Cycle upholds international best practices for  health, safety, and the environment during the handling and transportation of lithium-ion battery materials. The safety of our employees, the community and all stakeholders in the Harnes area is our top priority.

Graphic of a blue hand in profile view, with a green globe over the palm

Working within the community.

At Li-Cycle, we believe that success is driven by communication and collaboration. We are committed to open and ongoing engagement with our neighbours and the Harnes community and to providing positive local benefits.

accent

France Spoke in the news

accent
Un site de recyclage de batteries lithium-ion va s’implanter à Harnes

Un site de recyclage de batteries lithium-ion va s’implanter à Harnes

In the News, France

March 31, 2023

Original article published via La Voix Du Nord Le canadien Li-Cycle n’a pas choisi les Hauts-de-France par hasard. Les trois usines de batteries du territoire national sont en cours d’installation dans…

Learn more

Li-Cycle se dote d’une usine de recyclage de batteries près de Lens

Li-Cycle se dote d’une usine de recyclage de batteries près de Lens

In the News, France

March 31, 2023

Original article published via LesEchos Après trois fabricants de batteries, la région Hauts-de-France attire un nouvel acteur, cette fois dans l’aval de la filière, avec le canadien Li-Cycle. Ce dernier…

Learn more

Li-Cycle and KION Group form strategic global lithium-ion battery recycling partnership

Li-Cycle and KION Group form strategic global lithium-ion battery recycling partnership

In the News, France

March 30, 2023

Under the partnership, Li-Cycle will recycle lithium-ion batteries from KION’s global brands using its proprietary and innovative submerged shredding technology that is safe, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective March 28, 2023…

Learn more

France Spoke Location

Details to come

T: 1-877-LI-CYCLE (542-9253)
E: [email protected]

Directions link arrow