(AGENPARL) – Fri 31 October 2025 Toronto, Canada and Oslo, Norway, October 31, 2025 – Vianode, a Norwegian
producer of advanced battery materials, announced that its first large-scale
production facility for low-emission synthetic anode graphite will be developed
in Ontario, Canada.  Synthetic graphite is an essential component in lithium-ion
batteries and is critical for a range of defence and industrial applications.
Vianode’s production facility was featured as part of Canada’s leadership in the
G7 Critical Minerals Production Alliance and will contribute to the
diversification of resilient, domestic supply chains that use this critical
mineral.
The project is structured as a phased, multi‑billion‑dollar investment, starting
with an initial investment of over CAD 2 billion. Over time, planned expansions
will bring total capacity to as much as 150,000 tons annually, supporting a
secure North American supply chain for critical minerals that power strategic
industries.
“North American supply chains are heavily reliant on graphite sourced from China
for lithium-ion batteries, defence technologies, nuclear technology and more. A
large-scale facility in Ontario delivering high-performance anode graphite
solutions will provide Canada with domestic capacity that will make supply
chains more resilient. This scalable project is a key building block that aligns
with recent shifts in trade policy and supports our ambition to be a leading and
trusted supplier for G7 supply chains,” says Burkhard Straube, CEO of Vianode.
“Canada is proud to support Vianode in advancing critical mineral development
that aligns with our national priorities and international commitments, and
proud they chose Canada for North America’s first large-scale low-emission
synthetic graphite production facility. Through the Critical Minerals Production
Alliance, we are working with trusted partners to deploy sovereign tools,
mobilize investments and financing, and secure offtake arrangements to
accelerate the development of secure, resilient critical minerals supply chains.
These minerals will power the clean energy transition, strengthen our defence
and manufacturing capabilities, and position Canada as a trusted supplier to our
allies,” says the Honourable Tim Hogdson, Minister of Energy and Natural
Resources.
“Canada’s support for Vianode reflects our commitment to responsible resource
development and international collaboration. By advancing projects that align
with the goals of the Critical Minerals Production Alliance, we are helping to
build resilient supply chains, drive innovation, and bolster Canada’s position
as a trusted global partner in the continued development of more clean energy
and advanced manufacturing,” adds Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.
Synthetic graphite is essential not only for EV batteries, but also for
semiconductors, grid-scale electrical storage, nuclear reactors, defence
systems, and steel production. As demand accelerates globally, supply chain
security is a pressing issue.
Vianode’s planned facility will establish a resilient and sustainable battery
supply chain in North America and enhance the region’s access to strategic
materials, in addition to creating around 300 highly skilled jobs in the initial
phase and up to 1000 at full capacity.
Ontario was chosen after an extensive selection and due diligence process. A
front-end engineering design (FEED) study has been conducted, and ground
preparation works are under way to enable start of production in 2028.
“Canada and Vianode are a perfect match. Ontario is home to major manufacturing
hubs, with access to world-class infrastructure and a low-carbon electricity
grid. The province has all the characteristics we are looking for. During our
North American selection process, I have seen first-hand a strong shared
commitment to closing the strategic gaps in the critical minerals supply chain
and creating jobs that will strengthen Canada’s economic resilience,” says
Emanuele Tricca, Vianode’s Managing Director in Canada.
Vianode has produced synthetic anode graphite at its industrial pilot facility
in Kristiansand, Norway since 2021, and in 2024, the company started operations
at the world’s most sustainable synthetic anode graphite plant Via ONE at
Herøya, Norway. Vianode recently launched the first high-performance anode
graphite solution based on recycled materials, as part of its next-generation
material series.
About Vianode
Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode
graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and
Europe. Using proprietary technology, Vianode produces high-performance
synthetic anode graphite with up to 90% lower CO₂ emissions compared to
conventional methods.
The company is currently executing a multi-billion dollar investment program
across North America and Europe. Vianode operates Via ONE, the world’s most
sustainable anode graphite plant, located in Norway, and is currently
constructing Via TWO, its first North American facility, in St. Thomas, Canada.
Vianode’s long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials for 3
million EVs annually by 2030. The company is backed by Altor, a world-leading
financial investor.
Contact
Caroline Schmailzl
Corporate Development and Communication
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