Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory TORO Project Approved in Aragon

Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory TORO Project Gains Full Approval

On July 27, the Government of Aragon announced the full approval of the Project of General Interest of Aragon (PIGA) for the Stellantis CATL JV Battery Gigafactory TORO Project, developed by Contemporary Star Energy (CSE), the Stellantis-CATL joint venture. The approval enables the battery gigafactory construction on a site adjacent to Stellantis' plant in Figueruelas, Zaragoza, Spain. The decision completes the project's planning process and allows full construction of the factory and related infrastructure.

Construction activities are already underway, with renovation and new building work progressing according to schedule. The first production phases of the facility are expected to begin in early 2027. The project represents a major expansion of battery manufacturing capacity in Europe and strengthens the industrial ecosystem around electric vehicle production. The facility is being developed near an existing vehicle manufacturing location, enabling closer integration between battery supply and vehicle assembly operations.

Investment Scale and Employment Impact of the Battery Facility

Around 500 people from Contemporary Star Energy, Stellantis, CATL, and contractor companies are currently working on the project, creating employment opportunities even before production begins. Once fully operational, the gigafactory is expected to employ about 4,000 people and support thousands of additional jobs across the supply chain. The development is positioned as a significant industrial investment that will contribute to regional manufacturing capabilities and the broader transition toward electric mobility.

The EUR 4.1 billion factory will cover 89 hectares and have an annual battery production capacity of 50 GWh. This capacity is roughly equivalent to the batteries needed for one million Opel Corsa Electric B-segment hatchbacks assembled at Stellantis' adjacent plant. The large-scale production capability highlights the project's role in supporting future electric vehicle demand and strengthening battery availability for automotive manufacturing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TORO Project battery gigafactory in Aragon?
The TORO Project battery gigafactory is a large-scale electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility approved by the Government of Aragon for development near Zaragoza, Spain. The facility is being developed by Contemporary Star Energy, a joint venture between Stellantis and CATL, with construction already underway. The factory will cover 89 hectares, deliver 50 GWh annual battery production capacity, and is expected to begin initial production phases in early 2027 while creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs.

How many jobs will the Aragon battery factory create?
The Aragon battery factory is expected to employ about 4,000 people once fully operational and support additional employment across the supply chain. Around 500 workers from the project partners and contractor companies are already involved during the construction phase. The investment is designed to strengthen regional industrial activity and support electric vehicle manufacturing growth through expanded battery production capabilities in Europe.