Embattled Swedish battery-maker Northvolt has laid off more than half of its staff, weeks after filing for bankruptcy.
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March 31, 2025
Northvolt lays off half of staff as bankrupt battery-maker seeks buyer
Northvolt bankruptcy trustee Mikael Kuba told staff on Monday
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Mimi Billing is Sifted's Europe editor, based in Stockholm. She covers the Nordics and can be found on X and LinkedIn

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