The global demand for batteries - both for electric vehicles, e-bikes and for stationary energy storage systems - is growing at a rapid pace. This also increases the pressure on critical raw materials such as cobalt, lithium, nickel, and manganese. Access to these materials is becoming an increasingly strategic success factor. Circular business models are not only a sustainable choice but also an economic necessity. That’s why, together with our CIRCO partners in Germany, we will launch this international Value Chain-Track in February 2026.