Charged EVs | Vianode to supply GM EV-grade graphite in multi-billion-dollar deal

Norwegian battery materials company Vianode has been selected as a strategic supplier of high-performance anode graphite solutions to General Motors (GM).

The agreement covers the development of large-scale manufacturing capacity and supply of synthetic anode graphite towards 2033. Under the supply agreement, Ultium Cells—GM’s battery cell manufacturing joint venture with LG Energy Solution—will use the material for EV batteries and drive units. Deliveries may be extended to include other joint ventures.

The anode graphite will be shipped from Vianode’s large-scale plant in North America that will start production in 2027. The agreement, which includes a minimum offtake commitment, follows a multi-year qualification process.

Vianode is preparing to develop large-scale sustainable anode graphite production in North America and Europe through a phased investment program. The company aims to supply graphite materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030.

Vianode has produced anode graphite at its industrial pilot in Kristiansand, Norway since 2021. Its first full-scale production plant at Herøya, Norway started production in the second half of 2024.

“We look forward to collaborating with GM to further develop high-performance products that enable EVs with faster charging, longer range and extended lifespan,” said Stefan Bergold, CCO of Vianode.

Source: Vianode