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Deutsche Telekom Teams Up with Nvidia and Brookfield to Build AI Data Centre in Germany

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Deutsche Telekom is collaborating with Nvidia and Canadian private equity firm Brookfield to develop one of the European Union’s major AI “gigafactories” in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, CEO Tim Hoettges announced following the company’s Q2 earnings call.

While negotiations with North Rhine-Westphalia officials are ongoing, no final site decision has been made yet. The company is prioritizing locations with existing infrastructure approvals for electricity and water, aiming for a swift start once the site is confirmed. Hoettges mentioned ongoing discussions with energy provider RWE as part of the process.

Earlier this year, Deutsche Telekom had partnered with SAP, web hosting firm Ionos, and retailer Schwarz for EU data centre bids, though recent reports indicate these companies are now pursuing separate proposals. Hoettges emphasized healthy competition within Germany’s data centre market, dismissing speculation of joining other consortia.

The planned AI data centre aligns with growing efforts to boost European AI infrastructure capacity, with Deutsche Telekom positioning itself alongside key tech and investment partners to capitalize on surging AI demand.

US Startup Lyten Acquires Europe’s Largest Battery Storage Factory in Poland

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U.S.-based startup Lyten is set to take full ownership of Northvolt Dwa ESS, the largest energy storage systems (ESS) factory in Europe, marking a major expansion of its operations and product offerings. The announcement was made Tuesday as Lyten confirmed plans to restart operations at the Gdansk-based facility immediately.

The acquisition follows the bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt’s energy storage division, which filed for insolvency in March. The failure, one of Sweden’s biggest corporate collapses, dashed hopes of developing a strong European competitor to dominant Chinese battery manufacturers. Northvolt had originally shut down the Polish plant in November 2023.

“We plan to immediately restart operations in Poland and deliver on existing and new customer orders,” said Dan Cook, Lyten’s CEO and co-founder.

The 25,000-square-meter facility, which first opened in 2023, houses advanced equipment for manufacturing battery energy storage systems (BESS). It currently supports 6 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of manufacturing capacity, with the potential to scale up to 10 GWh, according to Lyten’s statement. The company added that it already holds contracted orders extending into 2026.

The move positions Lyten as a key player in the European clean energy storage market, where demand for grid-scale battery storage is rapidly growing. The acquisition also offers Lyten a strong foothold in the EU’s strategic push for energy independence and decarbonization.

Financial details of the deal were not disclosed, but completion is expected in the third quarter of 2025.

Northvolt Sells Novo Energy Stake to Volvo, Eyes North American Expansion

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Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt has agreed to sell its stake in Novo Energy, its joint battery venture with Volvo Cars, as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. The company will now explore new supply opportunities in North America while Volvo takes full control of Novo’s operations.

Key Details:

  • Stake Sale to Volvo: Northvolt, facing financial difficulties and under U.S. bankruptcy protection, ceased funding for joint ventures in 2024. As a result, Volvo declared a contract breach in October and moved to acquire Northvolt’s stake in Novo Energy.
  • Bankruptcy Court Approval Needed: A U.S. bankruptcy court must approve the sale. Financial terms were not disclosed.
  • Focus on Core Business: Northvolt is divesting projects in Poland and Norway to sustain its battery production, with key gigafactories planned in Sweden, Germany, and Canada—though some are facing delays.
  • Volvo Seeking a New Partner: Volvo has not yet announced a new partner for Novo but remains committed to launching battery production at its Gothenburg factory by 2026.
  • North American Expansion: Despite losing its planned battery orders from Volvo, Northvolt sees potential for new supply agreements in North America, particularly at its upcoming Northvolt Six plant in Montreal.