Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory Approved In Spain

Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory Approved For Construction In Spain

On July 27, the Government of Aragon approved the Project of General Interest of Aragon (PIGA) for the TORO Project, developed by Contemporary Star Energy, the Stellantis-CATL joint venture. The approval clears the path for the Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory in Figueruelas, Zaragoza, Spain. The decision completes the planning process and allows full construction of the factory and associated infrastructure.

Construction activities for the battery gigafactory are already underway, with renovation and new building work progressing according to schedule. The first production phases are expected to begin in early 2027. The facility represents a major step in strengthening European battery manufacturing capacity and supporting the growing demand for electric vehicle technologies. The project will contribute to expanding the regional industrial ecosystem while creating opportunities across manufacturing, logistics, and related supply chain activities.

Approximately 500 people from Contemporary Star Energy, Stellantis, CATL, and contractor companies are currently involved in the project, generating employment opportunities before production begins. Once fully operational, the gigafactory is expected to employ around 4,000 people directly and support thousands of additional jobs throughout the supply chain. The workforce expansion highlights the strategic importance of large-scale battery production facilities for regional economic development and the transition toward electrified mobility.

The EUR 4.1 billion factory will cover an area of 89 hectares and is planned to achieve an annual battery production capacity of 50 GWh. The facility will strengthen battery supply capabilities for electric vehicles and support the long-term electrification strategies of Stellantis and its partners. The TORO Project is positioned as one of the significant battery manufacturing investments contributing to the development of Spain’s automotive industry and European energy transition goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory begin production?
The first production phases of the facility are expected to begin in early 2027 following approval of the project and ongoing construction activities at the Figueruelas site. The factory will gradually increase operations after initial production starts and aims to establish a large-scale battery manufacturing base in Spain. The project is expected to support electric vehicle production requirements while creating thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities across the automotive supply chain.