Reverse logistics to help recycle EV batteries. CEVA aims to play a role in such a scenario
Thanks to a multi-million-euro investment, CEVA is targeting the gradual expansion of Battery Logistics Centers dedicated to EV batteries across 10 European countries by 2027. An initial trial program aimed at validating the Battery Logistics Center concept was started in 2022 and remains in operation at CEVA's FVL hub in Ghislenghien, Belgium.
Global player CEVA Logistics announced a new reverse logistics solution dedicated to the transport, storage and processing of end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Drawing on its expertise in the automotive sector, CEVA is launching a comprehensive reverse logistics service for the reuse or recycling of EV batteries.
The main aim is to create a circular value chains and supporting the automotive sector in its technological evolution. Thanks to a multi-million-euro investment, CEVA is targeting the gradual expansion of Battery Logistics Centers dedicated to EV batteries across 10 European countries by 2027.
According to the company’s vision, CEVA has the transport capabilities to collect batteries throughout Europe and ship them to recyclers after processing. The operator will also will deploy value-added services including battery diagnosis, dismantling, regeneration or reconditioning to maximize value recovery through reuse or recycling. Finally, each battery will be tracked in real time throughout its journey, monitored with enhanced traceability, giving way to full transparency of its status.
CEVA Battery Logistics Centers across Europe
More into details, the reverse logistics solution is based on a European network and will be installed in France, the United Kingdom and Spain by the end of the year. CEVA is planning additional centers in Germany, Italy, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the Czech Republic in 2026 and 2027. An initial trial program aimed at validating the Battery Logistics Center concept was started in 2022 and remains in operation at CEVA’s FVL hub in Ghislenghien, Belgium.
Each Battery Logistics Center would be located within designated areas of CEVA’s FVL platforms. Centers include specialized storage zones and secure containment units installed in temperature-controlled containers equipped with racks, temperature and humidity monitoring equipment and 24/7 alarm systems. Battery diagnostics, deep discharge, dismantling and reconditioning operations are carried out in dedicated workshops.
Mathieu Friedberg, CEO, CEVA Logistics, said: “ The automotive industry is undergoing major changes with the rise of electric vehicles. Given the challenges of recycling and reusing batteries, it seemed essential to us, drawing on our logistics expertise, to propose robust and virtuous solutions to support the automotive sector in strengthening the circular economy.”
