Bankrupt Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt, which raised more than $13bn in debt and equity during its lifetime before crashing into administration last year, is still looking for a buyer for its core assets and factory Northvolt Ett.
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April 10, 2025
Who could buy Northvolt?
The bankrupt Swedish battery manufacturer is still looking for a buyer for its core assets and factory Northvolt Ett
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