Waste360
4 May 2026
Ecobat Completes Sale of Germany & Austria Operations to Clarios, Marking Exit from European Lead Market
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
Ecobat, a global leader in battery recycling, today announced the successful completion of the sale of its battery recycling and specialty lead operations in Germany and Austria to Clarios, a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions. The transaction encompasses Ecobat's facilities in Freiberg and Braubach, Germany, as well as the Arnoldstein operation in Austria.
Key Takeaways
- • Ecobat Completes Sale of Germany & Austria Operations to Clarios, Marking Exit from European Lead Market.