Founder, NantoSuelta* Circular Economy Consulting
Former Circular Economy Project Lead, BMW Group 

As one of Germany’s leading voices on science-based circularity in industry, Christopher Hug brings over 15 years of technical leadership in sustainable product design, automotive systems innovation, and circular economy integration. Now at the helm of NantoSuelta* Circular Economy Consulting, Christopher advises companies across sectors on how to transition from linear supply chains to value-preserving circular models—grounded in practical, measurable sustainability frameworks.

During his tenure at the BMW Group, Christopher launched and led the cross-functional Circular Economy Initiative within BMW’s Research and Advance Development division, developing strategies for material reuse, modular design, and closed-loop recovery systems across EV platforms.

At this year’s summit, Christopher will draw from his industrial and consulting experience to explore:

• How manufacturers and recyclers can co-develop circular product architectures
  

• Practical steps to integrate design-for-recycling and reverse logistics into EV battery programs
  

• The tools SMEs need to stay competitive and compliant in a resource-constrained, regulation-driven future
  

• Opportunities to connect battery recycling with broader corporate sustainability strategies
  

With a mission to empower mid-sized innovators and global OEMs alike, Christopher Hug’s insights are essential for stakeholders building the next generation of circular battery systems in Europe and beyond.

Chief Technology Officer,
Hydrovolt

Helge H. Refsum is the Chief Technology Officer at Hydrovolt, one of Europe’s most advanced electric vehicle battery recycling companies. With over two decades of industrial leadership across energy, battery materials, and large-scale operations, Helge brings a combination of technical depth, strategic foresight, and hands-on experience scaling circular systems in the battery sector.

At Hydrovolt, he leads the development and deployment of next-generation recycling technologies—including automated dismantling, safe discharging, and closed-loop recovery systems that deliver high-yield outputs like black mass, aluminum, and copper while minimizing environmental impact. Hydrovolt operates one of the continent’s largest EV battery recycling plants in Fredrikstad, Norway, and is now leading Hydrovolt’s expansion into new European markets, including France.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe, Helge brings:

• Firsthand operational experience managing one of Europe’s highest capacity recycling facilities, offering lessons on safety, efficiency, and system integration.

• A systems-level perspective on the intersection of battery design, collection, dismantling, and recovery—and what it takes to close the loop in practice.

• Vision for the future, including how to combine automation, maximum material recovery, and transparent traceability into scalable circular business models.

Helge’s participation will be invaluable to stakeholders across the battery value chain—offering pragmatic insight into how to translate the vision of a circular battery economy into operational and technological reality.

Battery Materials and Recycling Lead,
Hatch Manufacturing

Thomas Bibienne is a leading expert in lithium-ion battery materials and circular economy strategies, currently serving as the Battery Materials and Recycling Lead at Hatch Manufacturing. With over a decade of experience across the lithium-ion battery value chain, Thomas brings deep technical and market knowledge in the synthesis of Precursor Cathode Active Materials (pCAM) and Cathode Active Materials (CAM), as well as advanced lithium-ion battery recycling processes.

At Hatch, Thomas leads initiatives that span from raw material sourcing and black mass processing to the reintegration of recovered materials into new battery-grade precursors. His expertise includes scaling pCAM and CAM synthesis from lab to industrial levels and designing recycling pathways that truly close the loop on battery production.

Before joining Hatch, Thomas spearheaded lithium-ion battery recycling programs at Nemaska Lithium, where he managed innovation projects focused on process optimization and sustainable material recovery. A materials scientist by training, he is known for his ability to bridge the technical, commercial, and strategic aspects of battery material production—from mining to recycling.

Passionate about the electrification transition and a recognized battery market expert, Thomas is an advocate for robust circular solutions that enable a sustainable and secure supply chain for critical materials.

CEO and Co-Founder,
tozero GmbH

As Co-Founder and CEO of tozero GmbH, Sarah Fleischer is at the forefront of Europe’s drive to decarbonize and circularize the lithium-ion battery value chain. Under her leadership, tozero has become Europe’s first battery recycling startup built specifically to recover 100% of critical materials—including lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and graphite—from all types of lithium-ion batteries.

With an ambitious vision to transform battery waste from a toxic challenge into a valuable circular resource, Sarah brings a unique blend of climate tech entrepreneurship, deep insight into the circular economy, and bold innovation in industrial recycling processes. Her work at tozero is helping reframe how the industry views battery waste—transforming it from environmental liability to economic opportunity.

Sarah and her team are introducing a sustainable, scalable, and highly efficient hydrometallurgical recycling solution designed for the coming wave of end-of-life batteries and production scrap expected to exceed 1 million tonnes in Europe by 2030. By reintroducing high-purity raw materials directly back into the battery manufacturing supply chain, tozero is positioning itself as a strategic enabler for Europe’s battery independence and green industrial leadership.

A passionate advocate for clean technology and circular innovation, Sarah Fleischer brings not only technical knowledge but also a startup perspective on how to accelerate real-world deployment of battery recycling solutions that align with the EU’s climate, industrial, and critical raw material goals.

Strategy & Finance Lead,
Circu Li-ion S.A.

Julius Müller brings a sharp strategic lens to one of Europe’s most dynamic battery upcycling startups—Circu Li-ion. With a background in management consulting at McKinsey and a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and finance, Julius now leads strategy and finance at Circu Li-ion, helping scale circular solutions that rethink battery end-of-life.

Circu Li-ion is revolutionizing the battery loop with its automated disassembly and diagnostics technology, enabling efficient recovery of lithium-ion cells for reuse and upcycling. The company’s Machine-as-a-Service and Disassembly-as-a-Service models make it possible to economically process used batteries from EVs, micromobility, energy storage, and power tools—extracting maximum value before recycling is even considered.

Julius plays a pivotal role in aligning Circu Li-ion’s innovations with market demands, investor expectations, and sustainability outcomes. Under his strategic leadership, the company is helping customers reduce costs, lower safety risks, and significantly extend the useful life of batteries through data-driven cell diagnostics and modular automation platforms.

Julius Müller’s insights will be especially valuable to attendees interested in the intersection of automation, finance, and sustainability—and how upcycling can reshape the economics of battery circularity across the EV value chain.

Product Owner, Battery Solutions – Adaptive Recycling, Siemens

Dominik Budday leads the charge at Siemens Battery Solutions, where he drives innovation in automated battery recycling, circular economy integration, and digitalization across the full battery lifecycle. As Product Owner, he plays a critical role in shaping Siemens’ approach to sustainable, efficient, and scalable battery recycling systems—blending robotics, software, and systems thinking to meet the industry’s urgent need for next-gen solutions.

With a deep background in robotics and system safety, and experience managing advanced automation projects like SIMATIC Safe Kinematics, Dominik is uniquely positioned to deliver impactful insights at the intersection of industrial automation and battery sustainability. His team’s work enables customers to automate the dismantling and sorting of EV batteries, integrate with battery passports and regulatory frameworks, and use digital twins and analytics to optimize recovery efficiency.

Dominik’s session will offer practical solutions backed by real industrial implementations—ideal for anyone working to scale battery recycling operations, meet EU regulatory demands, and enhance their technological readiness for a circular battery economy.

Director of Public Policy & EU Representative,
GRS Service
Former Executive Director (Interim), EUCOBAT

Dr. Tom Voege is one of Europe’s foremost thought leaders on circular economy regulation, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and sustainable waste policy, with over two decades of senior experience at the United Nations, OECD, the International Chamber of Commerce, and the European policy arena. He currently serves as Director of Public Policy and EU Representative for GRS Service GmbH, Germany’s prominent compliance scheme for industrial batteries and e-waste.

Dr. Voege’s expertise spans batteries, WEEE, textiles, and ICT waste, and he has led strategic efforts to shape EU and international sustainability legislation, including the EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542). In his prior role as Executive Director of EUCOBAT, he established and operationalized the Brussels secretariat for Europe’s association of national battery compliance organizations—delivering critical governance and policy advocacy during a time of rapid regulatory transformation.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Dr. Voege will offer invaluable insights into the evolving regulatory landscape for battery collection and recycling, the design and rollout of take-back systems, and the growing role of producers in ensuring circularity across the battery lifecycle. His policy perspective bridges industry, government, and compliance, helping stakeholders align innovation with regulation on a continental scale.

Director, Center of Competence Factory Automation Battery, Bosch Rexroth
Lecturer in Laser-Based Systems Engineering, IFSW

With over two decades of experience in laser technology, factory automation, and e-mobility manufacturing systems, Andreas Letsch brings critical expertise to the evolving challenge of EV battery recycling. As Director of Bosch Rexroth’s Center of Competence for Factory Automation in Battery Applications, he is at the forefront of developing scalable, automated technologies that are accelerating the safe and efficient dismantling of electric vehicle batteries.

Andreas leads the engineering behind Bosch Rexroth’s EV Battery Recycling Suite—a modular, intelligent solution combining automated deep-discharging, battery disassembly, and smart material handling. With innovations like the patented rapid deep-discharging system, which renders batteries inert in minutes instead of hours, Bosch Rexroth is enabling recyclers to scale operations while minimizing risk, cost, and environmental impact.

In addition to his industrial leadership, Andreas serves as a lecturer at the Institute for Laser Tools (IFSW), where he teaches system-level design for high-precision laser applications in manufacturing.

With Bosch Rexroth playing a pivotal role in enabling the circular economy of batteries, Andreas’ session will offer invaluable perspective on the technologies making battery recycling industrially viable and globally scalable.

Co-Founder & CEO,
LiBCycle GmbH

Philipp Brunotte is the Co-Founder and CEO of LiBCycle GmbH, a Munich-based logistics innovator dedicated to solving one of the most pressing bottlenecks in battery circularity: the safe, efficient, and compliant transport of defective lithium-ion batteries. Under Philipp’s leadership, LiBCycle has pioneered a full-service logistics ecosystem that streamlines every step—from classification and packaging to transport, storage, and handoff to certified recyclers.

LiBCycle’s patented battery box system and Europe-wide hazardous goods network provide an intuitive, legally compliant solution to one of the most complex and overlooked areas of the EV battery value chain. Their approach reduces time, risk, and complexity for manufacturers, recyclers, and second-life platforms alike.

Philipp brings to the summit deep expertise in the regulatory, operational, and safety challenges facing the industry as end-of-life battery volumes surge across Europe. His work exemplifies how innovative packaging, automation, and system-level thinking can enable a truly circular battery economy.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Philipp will share how LiBCycle is building the infrastructure to support scale-up—making the safe movement and processing of used batteries as seamless as possible for every stakeholder in the ecosystem.

Co-Fouder & CEO,
Voltfang

David Oudsandji is the dynamic and visionary Co-Founder and CEO of Voltfang, one of Europe’s most innovative battery storage companies built on the circular reuse of second-life EV batteries. David’s mission is simple but ambitious: to drive Germany’s transition to clean energy by making battery storage more sustainable, scalable, and smart.

Having launched Voltfang fresh out of university, David embodies the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of Europe’s energy transition. Under his leadership, Voltfang has pioneered reliable, modular commercial and industrial storage systems using requalified electric car batteries—offering a greener, more affordable alternative to new battery production while extending the lifecycle of critical raw materials.

What makes David such a strong voice at this year’s summit is his holistic perspective across innovation, circularity, and practical deployment. From founding a startup to delivering megawatt-scale commercial systems, he knows the challenges of scaling battery reuse—and the breakthroughs needed to accelerate it.

Driven by conviction and grounded in engineering, David’s story reflects what’s possible when next-gen entrepreneurs rethink the battery lifecycle from end to beginning. He’s not just talking about change—he’s building it.

Vice President Operations,
Voltfang

Alexander Vorndran is a dynamic leader at the forefront of Europe’s green tech revolution, spearheading the operational scale-up of Voltfang—one of the continent’s most innovative second-life battery and energy storage startups. With deep expertise in circular value chains, sustainable manufacturing, and battery lifecycle logistics, Alexander brings strategic and technical insight into how second-life systems can drive the future of clean energy and responsible resource use.

As Vice President of Operations at Voltfang, Alexander oversees international supply chain development, battery sourcing, and the deployment of a fully circular logistics network for repurposed EV batteries. Under his leadership, the company is not only expanding its production capabilities but also designing a NetZero factory for sustainable mass production—setting new benchmarks in environmentally responsible scale-up.

Alexander has also been instrumental in developing a global battery passport strategy, aligning Voltfang with evolving EU traceability frameworks and the broader industry push for transparency and regulatory compliance. His cross-functional approach bridges procurement, operations, market expansion, and ESG-focused innovation—anchored by a strong commitment to decarbonization and resource circularity.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit EUROPE, Alexander Vorndran will provide invaluable insight into how startups like Voltfang are closing the loop—combining innovative business models, operational excellence, and regulatory foresight to reshape the energy storage ecosystem.

Senior Research Analyst – Battery Recycling,
Rho Motion

Jie (Jessie) Xu is a leading data-driven analyst specializing in the evolving global markets for EV battery recycling, reuse, and critical materials. As a Senior Research Analyst at Rho Motion, one of the most respected market intelligence firms in the EV and energy sectors, Jessie delivers cutting-edge insight into the economics, capacity, and scalability of lithium-ion battery recycling supply chains across Europe, North America, and Asia.

With a strong background in geoscience and advanced skills in data analytics (R, SQL, Tableau), she translates complex market and technology trends into actionable intelligence for recyclers, OEMs, and policymakers navigating the transition to circular battery economies.

At this year’s summit, Jessie will provide a comprehensive analysis of:

• Current and projected global recycling capacities and the impact of regulatory shifts
  

• Market trends and pricing for recovered materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel
  

• The growth outlook for battery reuse vs. recycling, and where the economics are stacking up
  

• How investment patterns and regional infrastructure will shape Europe’s strategic autonomy in battery raw materials
  

Her independent, evidence-based perspective will help attendees understand where the market is heading and how to prepare for both challenges and emerging opportunities in battery end-of-life value recovery.

Research Manager – Battery Supply Chain,
Project Blue

Dr. Robert Burrell brings sharp analytical depth and industry insight to the EV Battery Recycling Summit as Research Manager at Project Blue, a leading intelligence provider focused on critical material supply chains. With a PhD and extensive experience across top-tier market research firms, including Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, Dr. Burrell has become a trusted authority on the economic, technological, and geopolitical dynamics shaping the lithium-ion battery ecosystem.

At Project Blue, Robert leads research into the battery value chain with a particular focus on end-of-life strategies, circularity, and the evolving demand for critical raw materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel. His team provides strategic intelligence to OEMs, recyclers, investors, and policymakers navigating the high-stakes transition to sustainable battery supply models.

At this year’s summit, Robert will share:

• Up-to-date forecasts on global battery recycling capacity and critical material recovery
  

• Insights into raw material pricing trends and their implications for recycling economics
  

• Analysis of EU regulatory shifts and their likely market impact
  

• The role of independent market intelligence in de-risking battery investment and recycling operations
  

Robert’s data-backed outlook will help attendees anticipate market shifts, understand material flows, and position themselves competitively in a fast-evolving battery recycling landscape.

Consultant, Product & Systems Engineering,
Deloitte

Dhananjay Tamhankar is a product lifecycle consultant at Deloitte, specializing in end-to-end product development and digital transformationwithin the automotive sector. With five years of experience in PLM/ALM solutions, he helps organizations achieve seamless integration, compliance, and collaboration across the entire product lifecycle.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Dhananjay will present on:

• Navigating the Compliance Landscape: Understanding emerging regulations for secure, standardized battery lifecycle data

• Leveraging Open Standards for Interoperability: How GAIA-X, IDTA, and IDS enable trusted and sovereign data exchange

• Unpacking the Technology Stack: Semantic tools, connectors, and identity management for battery passport infrastructure

• Fostering Ecosystem Collaboration: Building scalable solutions through OEM, recycler, and policymaker partnerships

• Joining the Movement: Practical steps for implementing data strategies and shaping trusted data ecosystems

Dhananjay brings a forward-looking perspective on aligning technology, governance, and sustainability to accelerate the transition toward a circular EV battery economy.

Senior Manager,
Deloitte Germany

Florian Ebert is a senior leader at Deloitte Germany, where he specializes in digital innovation and regulatory strategy within the energy transition and circular economy. With nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of technology and sustainability, Florian is a leading voice on Battery Passport implementation and its transformational potential.

His current focus is on evolving the Battery Passport from a compliance tool into a strategic asset—what he describes as a lightweight digital twin of the battery. By integrating static data (e.g., cell chemistry, rated capacity) with dynamic data (e.g., state of health, thermal history, usage cycles), Florian helps clients unlock actionable insights across the entire battery lifecycle.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Florian will explore:

• How Battery Passports can enable second-life qualification and predictive maintenance
  

• Leveraging battery data for CO₂ tracking, ESG reporting, and sustainability metrics
  

• Using real-time condition monitoring to drive asset optimization and lifetime extension
  

• Aligning regulatory requirements with business performance and circularity strategies
  

Florian offers a visionary perspective on how companies can use the Battery Passport to move beyond compliance—toward intelligent, data-driven battery lifecycle management that supports both profitability and environmental stewardship.

Sustainability Lead in Supply Chain Management,
EY

Kathrin Adam is a recognized leader in sustainable supply chain transformation, combining deep expertise in blockchain technology, regulatory compliance, and digital traceability to advance transparency and circularity across critical industries. At EY, she enables organizations to align with emerging EU frameworks such as EUDR, EUBR, CS3D, and Digital Product Passports, driving innovation and compliance through data-driven solutions.

With a background in strategic leadership at CircularTree—an early innovator in Scope 3 emissions tracking and supply chain decarbonization—Kathrin has helped shape tools that allow for secure, standardized, and interoperable product data exchange across global networks like Catena-X and Estainium.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Kathrin will offer critical insights into:

• Navigating the regulatory shift toward mandatory traceability and sustainability disclosure
  

• The role of digital product passports in battery recycling and reuse
  

• Building resilient, auditable, and low-carbon battery supply chains through technology
  

• How upcoming EU directives are transforming producer responsibility and supply chain due diligence
  

Kathrin brings both technical insight and strategic foresight to help manufacturers, recyclers, and OEMs future-proof their battery value chains in a fast-evolving regulatory and technological landscape.

Head of Division “Analytics & Environment”, MEET Battery Research Center, University of Münster

Dr. Sascha Nowak is a leading expert in analytical chemistry and battery research with over 15 years of experience focused on lithium-ion battery degradation, recycling, and second-life applications. As Head of the Division “Analytics & Environment” at the MEET Battery Research Center, Sascha oversees a wide range of research projects examining electrolyte aging, transition metal migration, toxicological impacts, and sustainable end-of-life strategies for batteries.

His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied recycling innovations, providing critical insights into how battery components evolve during use and how they can be effectively reused or recovered. Sascha’s team plays a pivotal role in shaping next-generation recycling processes and ensuring environmentally responsible energy storage technologies.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Sascha will present his latest research on:

• Electrochemical aging mechanisms and their influence on recycling efficiency
  

• Surface investigations and transition metal leaching during second-life reuse
  

• Toxicological and environmental assessments of recycled materials
  

• Analytical insights that inform safer, cleaner, and more efficient recycling flowsheets
  

Dr. Nowak’s session offers delegates a rare opportunity to connect with one of Europe’s top battery analysts working at the intersection of academic excellence and industrial application in battery lifecycle management.

Recycling Manager,
Vianode

Robin Hansson is a leading force in the sustainable transformation of battery materials, driving innovation and environmental stewardship as Recycling Manager at Vianode—a pioneering company focused on producing advanced anode materials with a strong commitment to decarbonization and circularity. With deep expertise in graphite recovery, battery recycling processes, and circular supply chain design, Robin brings strategic and technical insight into how Europe can build a resilient, resource-efficient EV battery ecosystem.

At Vianode, Robin leads the company’s graphite recycling efforts, developing scalable technologies to recover high-quality anode materials from end-of-life batteries and manufacturing scrap. His work directly supports Vianode’s ambition to create a fully circular value chain—turning waste into critical input for next-generation lithium-ion batteries and significantly reducing the environmental footprint of battery production.

Robin plays a key role in shaping Vianode’s recycling partnerships, pilot projects, and regulatory alignment across the EU, ensuring the company remains a front-runner in the transition to a low-carbon, circular battery economy. His work bridges technical innovation with policy foresight, contributing to the development of sustainable industrial infrastructure for battery material recovery.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit EUROPE, Robin Hansson will share essential perspectives on how recycled anode materials can accelerate circularity, reduce dependency on virgin resources, and help Europe meet its strategic battery goals through smarter material stewardship and closed-loop innovation.

Head of Business Development, EU,
Green Li-ion

Myeongjin (MJ) Choi is a strategic marketing and business development executive with over 13 years of international experience across the battery and automotive sectors. Currently serving as Head of Business Development for Europe at Green Li-ion, MJ is at the forefront of scaling one of the world’s most advanced battery recycling technologies across key global markets.

At Green Li-ion, MJ is spearheading the European deployment of GREEN HYDROREJUVENATION™, a proprietary process that transforms black mass into high-purity battery-ready materials—such as GREENpCAM, graphite, and lithium carbonate—without the emissions and energy burdens of conventional methods. His mission is to accelerate the commercialization of closed-loop battery manufacturing by forging strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and market access initiatives across the EU.

Before joining Green Li-ion, MJ held multiple senior leadership roles at Umicore, where he led business development and marketing efforts for silicon-anode materials and built key alliances across the EV value chain. His career also includes product leadership roles at Kia Belux, providing him with deep insight into OEM expectations, regulatory pressures, and the evolving commercial landscape for battery materials.

Armed with an Executive MBA from Rotterdam School of Management, MJ brings a rare combination of technical literacy, strategic foresight, and market fluency—spanning Asia, North America, and Europe.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, MJ will discuss:

• Scaling modular battery recycling systems across Europe’s fragmented landscape
  

• How recycled GREENpCAM and Li₂CO₃ enable true circularity and reduce carbon footprints
  

• The commercial value of direct-to-precursor material recovery in EU battery manufacturing
  

• Opportunities for joint ventures and partnerships to localize recycling infrastructure
  

With his global business acumen and passion for disruptive tech, MJ Choi provides a critical perspective on how next-generation recycling platforms like Green Li-ion are reshaping the economics—and environmental impact—of the global battery supply chain.

Division Manager – Transformation of the Economic Environment, acatech – National Academy of Science and Engineering
Team Lead, Battery Pass Project

Dr. Johannes Simböck is a leading voice in evidence-based policy development at the intersection of digital innovation, sustainability, and circular economy. As Division Manager at acatech – the National Academy of Science and Engineering, Johannes leads strategic initiatives focused on transforming Germany’s industrial and regulatory landscape for a more sustainable future. He currently oversees the division “Transformation of the Economic Environment” and serves as Team Lead for the Battery Pass consortium project, one of Europe’s flagship efforts to implement digital product passports for lithium-ion batteries.

At the core of Johannes’ work is the development of actionable policy frameworks and cross-sector standards that align industrial competitiveness with environmental stewardship. Under his leadership, the Battery Pass project is developing and piloting technical and content standards for a digital battery passport—designed to track the full lifecycle of EV batteries, from production and use to reuse, recycling, and raw material recovery. This includes key data points on GHG footprint, battery health, traceability, repairability, and recyclability, helping companies meet the requirements of the EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) and beyond.

Johannes brings a unique systems-level perspective, combining deep academic and policy insight with practical engagement across industry, government, and civil society. His work enables the implementation of circular value chains, supports regulatory alignment at national and EU levels, and promotes the digitization of sustainability.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Dr. Simböck will provide a detailed look into the Battery Pass initiative, including its use cases, infrastructure requirements, standardization roadmap, and how it can serve as a catalyst for scalable, responsible battery lifecycle management across Europe.

Manager, Energy Storage Systems & Circular Battery Strategy, FEV Consulting 

Kilian Sagner is a leading consultant in battery circularity and cost-optimized end-of-life (EoL) strategies at FEV Consulting, where he helps OEMs, recyclers, and policymakers navigate the economics of EV battery recycling. With nearly five years at FEV and a background in engineering and strategic consulting, Kilian plays a key role in advising clients on how to turn regulatory pressure into opportunity—using advanced tools like FEV’s CycleBat.

CycleBat, a data-driven forecasting and valuation platform developed by FEV, enables detailed modeling of recycling costs, second-life potential, and raw material recovery. Kilian has helped shape CycleBat’s methodology and application across dozens of battery value chain projects, helping stakeholders better understand the real financial and environmental impacts of battery design, use, and disposal.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Kilian will present strategies for maximizing the value of EoL batteries through circular design, modular architecture, and data-enabled reuse. His session will explore how OEMs can reduce projected recycling costs by integrating recyclability into early-stage design, and how smart battery data—such as vehicle-on-board diagnostics—can optimize repurposing and remanufacturing efforts.

By combining financial modeling, technical analysis, and real-world consulting insights, Kilian Sagner offers a pragmatic and forward-thinking perspective on how Europe can scale battery recycling profitably and sustainably in the decade ahead.

Doctoral Researcher,
Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC

Simon Ziegler is a rising expert in sustainable battery technologies and advanced recycling systems. As a doctoral researcher at Fraunhofer ISC, he focuses on developing next-generation methods for recycling nickel-rich lithium-ion cathodes—aiming to close the loop on battery materials with high value and environmental impact. His work contributes directly to the RecyLIB project, a multi-national EU-funded initiative that is pioneering direct recycling techniques and circular electrode manufacturing for lithium-ion batteries.

Simon’s research blends deep materials science with applied process engineering. He explores how to recover and reintegrate functional materials—such as cathode active compounds—without compromising electrochemical performance. His efforts also extend to improving battery design-for-recycling and implementing traceability mechanisms across the value chain to support transparent, circular material flows.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Simon will present fresh insights from the RecyLIB project, including:

• How electrohydraulic fragmentation and centrifugation can enable gentle, solvent-free material separation
  

• The potential for direct reuse of recycled electrode material in new cells
  

• How process innovation can reduce toxic inputs, energy use, and CO₂ emissions in both battery production and recycling
  

• Why design choices made at the cell level can make or break the recyclability of tomorrow’s batteries
  

Bridging academic innovation and industrial application, Simon Ziegler offers a powerful technical perspective on the future of resource-efficient, circular battery ecosystems in Europe.

Supplier Relationship Manager,
European Recycling Platform (Landbell Group)

Matteo Bonanno is a key figure in building and optimizing Europe’s take-back infrastructure for batteries and electronic waste. As Supplier Relationship Manager at the European Recycling Platform (ERP)—part of the Landbell Group—he works at the core of Europe’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) ecosystem, helping manufacturers and brands meet their regulatory obligations while enabling circular economy solutions at scale.

With operations spanning more than 40 Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) across Europe and globally, ERP supports over 4.9 million tonnes of WEEE, 145 million kg of batteries, and 8.5 million tonnes of packaging waste. Matteo plays a strategic role in coordinating take-back programs, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the compliance, safety, and cost-efficiency of collection systems for end-of-life EV batteries.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Matteo will share practical insights into:

• How to build scalable, compliant, and cost-effective battery take-back schemes
  

• Strategies to streamline cross-border logistics and regulatory alignment
  

• Real-world solutions for battery classification, safe transport, and reverse logistics
  

• The evolving role of producers under the EU Battery Regulation and how compliance can unlock value
  

With a pragmatic, field-tested perspective, Matteo Bonanno brings deep operational experience and regulatory insight to one of the most complex and critical pieces of the circular battery value chain—collection and reverse logistics.

Team Leader, Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg (ZSW)

Dr. Marilena Mancini is a veteran materials chemist and one of Europe’s foremost researchers on lithium-ion battery anodes and recycling. With over 18 years of experience at the forefront of battery science, she currently serves as Team Leader and Senior Researcher at the Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg (ZSW), Germany’s leading research institute for sustainable energy technologies.

At ZSW, Dr. Mancini leads research and innovation in carbon-based anode materials and recycling strategies for active components, bridging fundamental electrochemistry with applied solutions for circular battery systems. Her work spans industrial collaborations and EU-funded research projects aimed at reducing battery lifecycle impacts, recovering valuable materials, and designing systems for reuse and remanufacturing.

Prior to joining ZSW, she held roles in both academia and industry—including at FAAM and the University of Camerino—where she contributed to the development of advanced Li-ion systems for automotive applications. Her deep expertise in graphite materials, electrode fabrication, and performance diagnostics has made her a trusted voice in battery innovation and sustainability.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit Europe 2025, Dr. Mancini will present her latest findings on:

• Recovery and reuse of graphite and other critical anode materials
  

• Electrochemical behavior and requalification of recycled materials
  

• Integration of recycling processes into battery R&D and design
  

• Closing the loop on carbon-based materials in lithium-ion batteries
  

With her scientific rigor and extensive industrial perspective, Dr. Mancini offers summit delegates a crucial link between laboratory breakthroughs and scalable recycling practices that will define Europe’s sustainable battery future.

Managing Director,
Circular Energy Storage

Hans Eric Melin is one of Europe’s foremost experts in lithium-ion battery reuse, recycling, and lifecycle analytics. As Managing Director of Circular Energy Storage, Hans Eric leads the world’s leading consultancy dedicated to data-driven analysis of lithium-ion battery end-of-life management. His work supports automotive OEMs, battery producers, recyclers, policymakers, and investors in navigating the complex dynamics of battery reuse, second-life applications, and material recovery. His rigorous, data-first approach has been cited by major global bodies such as the European Commission, the International Energy Agency, and the World Economic Forum.

Hans Eric’s career spans strategic roles in both North America and Europe, including leadership positions at Battery Solutions (now Cirba Solutions), Refind Technologies, and Optisort. He has pioneered automated battery sorting technologies and helped shape market understanding of residual values, global EV exports, and feedstock flows—key issues that directly affect Europe’s circular economy strategy.

Hans Eric is a sought-after international speaker, and at this year’s Summit he will bring a “reality check” to the discussion—unpacking lifecycle trends, regulatory friction points, and the macroeconomic forces influencing investment in pre-processing and recycling. His presentation will challenge assumptions and provide a clear-eyed view of where the European market is heading—and what it will take to get circularity right.

Hans Eric Melin’s contribution will be invaluable to stakeholders seeking to align strategy with reality in this fast-evolving market.

Product Sustainability Engineer,
FORD OTOSAN

Ali Uğur Tülüoğlu stands at the intersection of cutting-edge automotive innovation and deep environmental responsibility. As a Product Sustainability Engineer at Ford Otosan, Ali is actively shaping the future of electric mobility through circular design strategies, sustainable material integration, and advanced battery recycling initiatives.

With a specialized focus on enhancing component circularity, Ali leads Ford Otosan’s work on the BATRAW Project—a Horizon Europe initiative aimed at developing next-generation, eco-conscious recycling technologies for end-of-life EV batteries. His work bridges technical development and regulatory compliance, helping position Ford Otosan as a leader in creating a sustainable battery value chain.

Ali’s role goes beyond battery recycling. He is at the forefront of implementing recycled and renewable plastics in Ford vehicles, aligning material innovation with global sustainability targets. Under his guidance, Ford Otosan is progressing toward its ambitious goals of achieving 20% sustainable plastics by 2025 and 30% by 2030 in new vehicle programs.

At the EV Battery Recycling Summit EUROPE, Ali Uğur Tülüoğlu brings invaluable OEM perspective on building closed-loop recycling ecosystems, navigating real-world implementation challenges, and embedding sustainability into every layer of vehicle design and end-of-life strategy.

Sales Director,
Duesenfeld GmbH

As Sales Director of Duesenfeld GmbH — one of Europe’s most innovative and environmentally advanced battery recyclers — Andrea is at the forefront of commercializing cutting-edge lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. Duesenfeld’s patented process combines mechanical, thermal, and hydrometallurgical steps to recover not just metals like cobalt, nickel, and lithium, but also graphite and electrolytes — with unmatched CO₂ savings and recovery rates as high as 91%. Under Andrea’s leadership, the company is actively licensing this technology globally and scaling its impact across the EV supply chain.

Andrea’s background spans diverse industrial sectors, from pharmaceutical manufacturing and large-scale construction to satellite systems and rubber testing. His previous role as Chief Business Developer at HITEC Luxembourg equipped him with a strong foundation in high-tech commercialization and strategic growth — skills he now applies to building global partnerships in the battery recycling sector.

What sets Andrea apart is not only his deep technical fluency and strategic mindset, but also his ability to navigate multicultural environments with clarity and credibility. Fluent in four languages and based in Germany, he has built trust-based networks across Europe that support sustainable business innovation and regulatory alignment.

Andrea Mirandola’s contribution will offer both visionary and practical insights for stakeholders working to meet the rising demand for safe, low-emission, and highly efficient battery recycling solutions in Europe and beyond.

Founder & CEO, ES Technologies | VP Business Strategy, Bridge Green Upcycle

Ravi Gade is a pioneering figure in North America’s battery recycling sector, driving the development and commercialization of breakthrough technologies that are redefining what’s possible in lithium-ion battery reuse and recovery. Ravi leads one of Canada’s first clean-tech ventures capable of recovering up to 95% of critical battery-grade materials—lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese—through proprietary, closed-loop processes.

Ravi brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge, strategic foresight, and executional leadership. His work focuses on integrating AI, robotics, and advanced materials science to enhance efficiency, traceability, and circularity in battery recycling and broader industrial waste streams.

Ravi’s leadership positions him at the forefront of sustainable innovation—whether it’s scaling battery disassembly automation, refining black mass recovery methods, or building ESG-driven upcycling models that meet global compliance standards. His commitment to environmental stewardship is matched by a strong record in cross-sector collaboration, from engaging policy stakeholders to forging strategic investment partnerships.

What makes Ravi a standout voice for the EV Battery Recycling Summit EUROPE is his unique transatlantic perspective: combining Canadian technological innovation, U.S.-based market expansion, and a global vision for clean energy systems that align with Europe’s strategic push for circular battery ecosystems.

Ravi Gade brings a dynamic, future-focused perspective to the Summit—one rooted in real-world implementation of next-gen recycling systems that support both sustainability goals and economic scalability.

Business Development Manager – Battery Solutions,
Siemens

Veronika Karpiel is a passionate advocate for sustainable innovation and a key figure within Siemens’ Battery Accelerator initiative under Digital Industries and Factory Automation. In her role as Business Development Manager, Veronika supports the development and deployment of cutting-edge automation and digitalization solutions across the battery value chain — with a growing focus on the end-of-life phase.

Her work bridges the gap between advanced factory automation and the circular economy, helping stakeholders implement scalable and sustainable solutions for battery reuse, disassembly, and recycling. At Siemens, she helps empower battery ecosystem players with tools for smart diagnostics, traceability, and process optimization, ensuring both regulatory compliance and competitive advantage.

At the summit, Veronika will spotlight:

• Siemens’ approach to digital transformation in battery recycling
  

• The potential of automation to unlock safe, fast, and efficient disassembly
  

• How business development partnerships can accelerate the transition to closed-loop battery systems
  

As a rising leader focused on sustainability through innovation, Veronika brings a future-oriented perspective and practical insights into how digital industries can drive a circular battery economy.