Advanced Plant Engineering Solutions for Battery Manufacturing & Recycling

Event Details

• Event Start: December 1, 2025 
• Event End: December 5, 2025
• Location: Michigan & Illinois 
• Language: English
• Registration Closes: June 30,2025
• Costs and Conditions of Participation:
  The project is part of the market development program for SMEs and is subject to the de minimis regulations. Depending on the size of the company, the companies' own contribution to participation in the project is: EUR 500 (net) for companies with less than EUR 2 million annual turnover and fewer than 10 employees EUR 750 (net) for companies with less than EUR 50 million annual turnover and fewer than 500 employees EUR 1,000 (net) for companies with more than EUR 50 million annual turnover or more than 500 employees.
• Contact our project partner SBS systems for any questions regarding registration

Discover Market Opportunities in the U.S. – Join the Technology Showcase! 
The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest (AHK USA – Chicago), in cooperation with SBS systems for business solutions and on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), invites you to participate in a funded business delegation to the United States. 
This program is part of the Market Entry Program for SMEs and specifically targets small and medium-sized German companies. 

Target Group 

This delegation is designed for 8 to 12 German companies in the following sectors: 
• Machinery and plant engineering for the processing and recovery of critical raw materials 
• Machinery and plant engineering for battery cell and pack production and recycling 

Rising Opportunities for German Technology Providers in the U.S. 

The United States is investing heavily in building its battery value chain—from raw material processing and cell manufacturing to recycling. The goal: to reach an annual capacity of 1,200 GWh by 2030. Nearly 700 GWh of production capacity is currently under construction, with up to ten new battery plants expected to go online this year alone. 

Machinery and equipment suppliers play a key role in scaling production—but domestic capabilities fall short of meeting demand. At the same time, the recycling of critical raw materials is gaining importance due to resource scarcity, supply chain risks, and the growing demand for electric vehicles. 

What’s in demand? Scalable, automated, and energy-efficient solutions to help offset rising production costs and labor shortages—making this an ideal opportunity for German companies offering competitive, high-tech solutions. 

Michigan and Illinois are two of the most important industrial hubs in the U.S.—and key stops on this delegation journey. 

Key Takeaways:

1. ✅ Industry-Focused Webinar & Market Analysis 
   Gain deep insights into the U.S. market and its business opportunities through a sector-specific webinar and a comprehensive target market analysis – including valuable best practices and lessons learned from German companies operating in the region. 
2. ✅ Symposia, Networking Events & B2B Speed Dating 
   Present your products and solutions during two half-day symposia in Michigan and Illinois. Connect directly with key stakeholders from industry, policy, and academia – including potential customers, partners, and multipliers. Participate in structured networking sessions and B2B speed dating formats for targeted one-on-one discussions. 
3. ✅ Site Visits 
   Experience the U.S. market firsthand with curated site visits to industry-relevant companies and institutions, offering practical insights and direct contact with local market players.