In 2024, Skeleton will begin research and development of next-generation battery technologies in Toulouse, the Rose City in southwest France. Mass production of these super batteries is scheduled for 2027.
Founded in Tartu in 2009, Skeleton Technologies opened its first factory near Dresden in Germany seven years ago, and is currently building a supercapacitor factory in Leipzig. Its headquarters and engineering center in Tallinn employ over 130 people. This Estonian company is definitely oriented towards the great industrial powers of France and Germany.
A significant achievement for Estonian industry:
However, France’s efforts to revive its industry with green technologies were decisive.
” The interest of the French in our activities has been remarkable, and our Estonian origin is perceived as an asset ,” he added.
Incidentally, in October 2023, France enacted the Green Industry Act, which was drawn up in consultation with civil society and elected representatives, and then passed by parliament.
This law aims to accelerate the country’s reindustrialization and make France the leader in green industry in Europe.
A perfect application of this law can be seen in the case of Skeleton.
Toulouse: a strategic choice
Enthusiastic reception in France
Carole Delga, President of the Occitanie region, welcomed the expansion. “The arrival of Skeleton Technologies is excellent news for the Occitanie region. We were competing with several European countries and other French regions. Skeleton’s decision shows that the region has become a magnet for green technologies,” said Delga.
She added that efforts to develop a favorable ecosystem for companies in this sector had paid off.
A green reindustrialization strategy
Laurent Saint-Martin, Director General of Business France, emphasized that this project is emblematic of France’s strategy to win back green industry. ” Business France worked with Skeleton for four years to convince them to choose France, which was a decisive factor in their decision,” he added.
This expansion marks an important step in the development of the green technology industry in France, attracting innovative companies and strengthening R&D capabilities in the renewable energies sector.
France is an attractive destination for Estonian companies:
Bolt’s investment will focus on three areas: the creation of a Chauffeur Hub in Saint-Ouen, driver training via the Bolt Academy, and the acquisition of low-emission vehicles.
The hub will serve as a support center for 25,000 drivers a year, the Academy will focus on diversity and inclusion, and a large part of the funds will be dedicated to hybrid and electric vehicles.
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