REBELION will take part in the 4th InnoBatt Meetup, an online event dedicated to advancing the circular economy of batteries in Europe, taking place on 17 April 2026. Organised by the Hungarian Battery Association, the event will bring together European projects and national stakeholders to address a key question: How can Europe unlock the full […]

REBELION will take part in the 4th InnoBatt Meetup, an online event dedicated to advancing the circular economy of batteries in Europe, taking place on 17 April 2026.

Organised by the Hungarian Battery Association, the event will bring together European projects and national stakeholders to address a key question: How can Europe unlock the full value of batteries beyond their first life?

At the core of the event is the Circular Battery Cluster, a joint initiative bringing together four EU-funded projects (REBELION, REINFORCE, RECIRCULATE, and BatteReverse) working collaboratively to tackle the challenges of battery circularity from multiple angles. By combining expertise across the entire value chain, from diagnostics and dismantling to logistics, digitalisation, and second-life applications, the cluster aims to develop integrated and scalable solutions to support a more sustainable battery ecosystem in Europe.

The meetup will showcase recent results from the cluster and provide a platform for dialogue between research and industry, fostering collaboration and exploring pathways to maximise the value of batteries beyond their first life.

Event details

• Date: 17 April 2026
• Time: 10:00 – 11:30 CET
• Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
• Language: English

Participation is free, but registration is required.

Register now! Secure your spot and join the discussion on the future of circular batteries in Europe.

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On 18 March, REBELION co-hosted a well-attended webinar with Recirculate as part of the Circular Battery Cluster, focusing on the role of AI and robotics in battery inspection, disassembly, and recycling. The session, titled “Automated vs Manual: How Robotics Are Transforming Battery Inspection”, explored how AI-driven automation and robotics are enabling safer, faster, and more […]

On 18 March, REBELION co-hosted a well-attended webinar with Recirculate as part of the Circular Battery Cluster, focusing on the role of AI and robotics in battery inspection, disassembly, and recycling.

The session, titled “Automated vs Manual: How Robotics Are Transforming Battery Inspection”, explored how AI-driven automation and robotics are enabling safer, faster, and more scalable solutions compared to traditional manual processes. Speakers shared insights on current industry practices, technological advancements, and persistent challenges, including data availability, standardisation, and the diversity of battery designs.

Discussions covered a range of topics, from AI- and robotics-enabled disassembly (from pack to cell level) to machine learning approaches for component identification, as well as automated inspection systems supporting condition assessment and informed decisions on reuse or recycling. The role of automation in improving integration between inspection and disassembly processes was also highlighted as a key enabler for a more efficient and scalable circular battery ecosystem.

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This event is part of the Circular Battery Cluster series, promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange across EU-funded projects.

Follow REBELION and the Circular Battery Cluster for more updates on battery recycling, circularity, and innovation.

Battery inspection and disassembly are emerging as key bottlenecks in the circular battery value chain. While manual processes remain slow, costly, and potentially risky, AI‑driven automation and robotics are enabling safer, faster, and more scalable solutions. A dedicated webinar, co-hosted by REBELION and Recirculate within the Circular Battery Cluster, will take place on 18 March at […]

Battery inspection and disassembly are emerging as key bottlenecks in the circular battery value chain. While manual processes remain slow, costly, and potentially risky, AI‑driven automation and robotics are enabling safer, faster, and more scalable solutions.

A dedicated webinar, co-hosted by REBELION and Recirculate within the Circular Battery Cluster, will take place on 18 March at 16:00 CET to examine how AI and robotics are reshaping battery inspection, reuse, and recycling in industrial settings.

The session will compare manual and automated approaches, examining industry practices, technological advancements, and ongoing challenges such as data availability, standardisation, and diverse battery designs. Topics include AI‑ and robotics‑enabled disassembly from pack to cell level, machine learning for component identification, and automated inspection systems that support condition assessment and strategic reuse or recycling — even without QR codes or Digital Product Passports.

The webinar will also address how automated inspection can strengthen decision‑making and improve integration between inspection and disassembly systems, contributing to a more efficient and scalable circular battery ecosystem.

Join the webinar
Automated vs Manual: How Robotics Are Transforming Battery Inspection
18 March – 16:00 CET

Speakers

Tomi Pitkäaho – PhD, Principal Lecturer in Research, Centria University of Applied Sciences
Rustam Stolkin – Professor, Chair of Robotics, University of Birmingham, Founder and Director of the Extreme Robotics Lab
Alireza Rastegarpanah – Visiting Professor, Lecturer, Aston University School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies
Giampiero Pupillo – Automation Engineer, Comau
Óscar Palacín Domínguez – Researcher, R+D+i Project Manager, Eurecat – Technology Centre

This is the second event in the Circular Battery Cluster series, fostering knowledge exchange across research, industry, and innovation.

The REBELION project, as a member of the Circular Battery Cluster, will take part in the webinar Closing the Loop: Reverse Logistics for Batteries in Europe, on 18 November 2025 at 17:00 CET. As Europe accelerates its shift to electric mobility, managing the growing number of batteries poses new challenges. From collection to recycling, building a safe and circular reverse […]

The REBELION project, as a member of the Circular Battery Cluster, will take part in the webinar Closing the Loop: Reverse Logistics for Batteries in Europe, on 18 November 2025 at 17:00 CET.

As Europe accelerates its shift to electric mobility, managing the growing number of batteries poses new challenges. From collection to recycling, building a safe and circular reverse logistics chain requires strong collaboration across sectors.

This first webinar of the Circular Battery Cluster brings together leading European experts to explore how to connect the missing links in battery reverse logistics. 
Drawing on real-world circularity projects — such as BatteReverse, REBELION, REINFORCE, and RECIRCULATE — the session will showcase solutions being tested across Europe, share lessons learned, and outline the next steps to scale circular systems for end-of-life batteries.

What to expect

• Gain insights from leading European actors developing and testing reverse logistics solutions for end-of-life batteries.
• Discover real examples of collaboration across the automotive, logistics, and recycling industries to build a circular battery value chain.
• Learn about safety standards, regulatory alignment, and cross-border transport of lithium-ion batteries.
• Hear lessons learned from EU-funded projects driving innovation in battery reverse logistics.

Follow the Circular Battery Cluster on LinkedIn and join the webinar to be part of Europe’s battery circularity journey.

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