CALB Breaks Ground on Zero-Carbon AI Gigafactory in Portugal, Set for 2027 Completion

On February 24, 2025, local time, CALB (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited) officially commenced the construction of its state-of-the-art zero-carbon AI gigafactory in Portugal, marking a significant milestone for the company’s expansion in the global electric vehicle (EV) battery and energy storage markets. The innovative facility, slated for completion in 2027, will play a crucial role in CALB’s global strategy to support the growing demand for sustainable and high-performance EV batteries.

The inauguration ceremony, which took place in Portugal, was attended by CALB's Chairman Liu Jingyu and Pedro Reis, the Portuguese Minister of Economy. The event brought together key stakeholders from various sectors, including shareholders, customers, supply chain partners, financial institutions, and leading experts in energy storage technologies. This collaboration underscores the importance of global partnerships in advancing clean energy solutions.

CALB's new Portugal gigafactory will focus on the development of zero-carbon technologies and leverage cutting-edge AI systems to streamline battery production for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. This facility will further strengthen CALB’s position as a global leader in the EV battery market, contributing to the transition to a more sustainable and green future.

At the event, CALB Europe’s business unit leaders unveiled groundbreaking new technologies and products aimed at enhancing energy storage solutions for the EV industry and the renewable energy sector. The attendees were particularly interested in these innovations, which they recognized as having the potential to revolutionize global energy solutions.

Additionally, strategic cooperation agreements were signed with several major customers during the ceremony, signaling the beginning of an exciting new chapter in CALB’s commitment to collaborative progress in the global EV battery and energy storage industries. These agreements are expected to accelerate the development of sustainable battery technologies further and strengthen CALB's global supply chain network.

With its commitment to zero-carbon production and AI-powered manufacturing, CALB's Portugal gigafactory represents a key step towards achieving its vision of creating high-performance, eco-friendly solutions that will help power the future of electric mobility and energy storage systems worldwide.