European Commission Reaffirms Support for Romania’s Battery Industry and Industrial Growth
The European Commission is committed to supporting the battery sector and fostering investments in this critical field, announced Executive Vice-President for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy Stéphane Séjourné during his visit to Romania. Accompanied by Minister of Economy Bogdan Ivan and Romanian MEPs Dan Barna and Dan Nica, Séjourné toured Prime Batteries Technology, a Romanian manufacturer specializing in advanced lithium-ion batteries and energy storage systems for various sectors across Europe, CE Report quotes Agerpres
“This being my first visit to a European capital city sends a strong message: Romania, one of Europe’s most industrialized countries, is pivotal in this time of economic uncertainty and reindustrialization,” Séjourné stated.
He highlighted the European Commission’s plan to simplify the regulatory framework to encourage investments, particularly in the context of the upcoming Clean Industrial Deal. This strategy, set to be unveiled in February, will address key aspects of the battery sector, including decarbonization and competitiveness.
Séjourné underscored Romania’s strategic role in European industrial development, citing its potential for raw material production and new mining initiatives, which could benefit both Romania and Europe. “Restarting production on European soil is essential, and Romania exemplifies this potential,” he added.
The Vice-President also emphasized the significance of Romania's steel sector, promising further support, and stressed the interconnectedness of industries like batteries, wind power, and automotive manufacturing with steel production.
Minister Bogdan Ivan called the visit a milestone for Romanian industry, stating it signals EU support for Romania to become a key player in emerging industries. He announced upcoming consultations with major industrial stakeholders to align Romania’s contributions with EU strategies.
Prime Batteries Technology CEO Cristian Pastuhov revealed that the company’s production capacity will increase significantly, from 300 MWh per year to 2.3 GWh per year, within six weeks. He highlighted the importance of battery technology in balancing Romania’s renewable energy sources and noted the factory’s exports extend beyond the EU to Latin America and Africa.
Séjourné’s visit, part of his broader European industrial tour, included meetings with Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu and other Romanian leaders, as well as a stop at the National Institute for Aerospace Research and Development (INCAS). The visit underscores Romania's growing role in strategic industrial sectors and supply chains, with a particular focus on the battery industry.
