CNGR and AL MADA( one of Africa’s largest private investment funds) jointly celebrated the grand opening ceremony for the first phase of the Morocco site in the JORF LASFAR region on June 25th, 2025, local time in Morocco. Representatives from the Moroccan government, CNGR, AL MADA, and partner organizations attended the event
The successful commissioning of Phase I (40,000-ton annual nickel-based materials production line), marks a significant milestone in CNGR’s global expansion. It is also the world’s first batty materials site to commence operations in Africa. This achievement underscores CNGR’s firm commitment to actively supporting “the Belt and Road “Initiative, deepening China-Africa cooperation, and fostering stronger China-Morocco relations.
Top Enterprises of China and Morocco Join Forces
Building a Benchmark Project for China-Africa Cooperation
From the signing of the agreement in September 2023 to the commissioning of the first production line in January 2025 ,then to the full operation of Phase I, CNGR and AL MADA have demonstrated exceptional collaboration, overcoming tight timelines and technical challenges with efficient execution and professional coordination. Their joint efforts not only accelerated the entire process from contract signing to production but also established a deep cooperation framework in the batty materials sector. This has laid a solid foundation for both parties to seize strategic opportunities in the global supply chain, setting a benchmark for cross-border resource integration and complementary advantages. It also establishes a new model for international production capacity cooperation in the industry.
The CNGR Morocco site spans over 200 hectares. As the first project in Africa and a Global Pioneer Beyond Asia, it has attracted significant attention. The project is being implemented in three complementary phases, with a planned total annual capacity of 70GWh—is able to supply battery materials for nearly one million electric vehicles. The products will be primarily sold in North Africa, Europe, and the United States.
Capitalizing on Morocco’s Compelling Industrial environment advantages , low-cost green energy, world-class mineral resources, and proximity to European and American markets with an extensive free trade agreement network, the site has established a comprehensive industrial chain layout. It includes an annual production capacity of 120,000 tons of ternary precursor materials. Once the regional lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery ecosystem matures, the facility will also deploy an annual 60,000-ton LFP cathode material production line. Additionally, the site is equipped with a core metal refining and battery recycling unit,which is capable of processing over 60,000 tons per year, enhancing local resource utilization and circular economy capabilities.
Implementing ESG Principles
Empowering Local Sustainable Development
A flagship cooperative project between China and Morocco, the CNGR Morocco site has been developed adhering to the principle of local empowerment and sustainable development, it promotes better livelihoods and technological upgrades via industrial localization.
In terms of sustainable development, CNGR Morocco site established low-carbon goals from the outset of its planning and implemented a series of environmental measures. The site adopts green and low-carbon production processes, progressively increases the proportion of renewable energy usage, utilizes desalinated seawater, and promotes industrial recycling, making green and low-carbon practices its most distinctive feature.Additionally, the site actively pursues international ISO standard certifications, participates in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and aligns with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
CNGR collaborates with Moroccan universities and technical partners to advance talent development, helping Morocco build a local battery industry talent pipeline and foster a new energy battery ecosystem.
In the future, CNGR will continue to actively engage in and contribute to the high-quality development of “the Belt and Road” Initiative . With the CNGR Morocco site as a strategic pivot, CNGR will continue to deepen cooperation with African partners.Building on over a decade of management expertise and R&D capabilities in battery materials sector, CNGR will continuously optimize its industrial footprint to contribute “CNGR Strength” to the global battery industry. Moving forward on the path of enhancing China-Morocco friendship and fostering China-Africa collaboration, the company is poised to write even more remarkable chapters.