U.S.-based battery manufacturer Lyten has acquired Northvolt Dwa ESS, a subsidiary of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, as it accelerates plans to introduce lithium-sulphur-based energy storage systems in Europe. The Gdansk, Poland-based facility spans 25,000 square meters and was previously dedicated to the production and R&D of stationary battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Lyten said it plans to resume production at the facility “immediately,” with sales expected to restart soon. The plant, which launched in 2023, has an annual production capacity of 6 GWh and room for expansion up to 10 GWh. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
“Northvolt’s BESS manufacturing operations are truly world class and are a seamless strategic fit for Lyten as we launch an exciting new chapter for our company,” said Dan Cook, CEO and co-founder of Lyten. “We plan to immediately restart operations in Poland and deliver on existing and new customer orders.”
The acquisition also supports Lyten’s strategy to commercialize lithium-sulphur battery technology, which the company claims offers higher energy density, uses widely available materials, and performs better across a broader range of temperatures than lithium-ion alternatives. Lyten has already secured deals in the drone market and with Stellantis, which plans to use its batteries in the Chrysler Halcyon Concept.
Cook added, “The Port of Gdansk, local and federal officials have all been fully supportive as we combine Silicon Valley technology with Polish engineering and operations talent to export next generation energy storage technology to customers worldwide.”
This deal follows Lyten’s 2024 acquisition of Northvolt’s U.S.-based Cuberg division, which it also repurposed for lithium-sulphur battery development after Northvolt closed its U.S. operations due to financial constraints.