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Negotiations between Chinese company Hithium and BSH for a new battery plant at the former Esqu\u00edroz facility are progressing steadily. The project, announced last March by Prime Minister Pedro S\u00e1nchez, involves an investment of over \u20ac400 million and the creation of up to 745 jobs in its first phase.<\/h3>\n

A strategic investment for the industrial sector<\/strong><\/p>\n

The project is structured through a joint venture in which Hithium would hold a 66.6% stake, with the Government of Navarra, through Sodena, holding the remaining 33.3%. Hithium would contribute \u20ac100 million in capital, while Sodena could invest up to \u20ac50 million. Production is scheduled to begin in 2027, with a potential second phase adding a further 300 jobs.<\/p>\n

Talks in an advanced stage<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to sources, negotiating teams remain in constant contact, with talks progressing favourably and the aim of closing a deal in the coming weeks. In parallel, the Cendea de Galar Council has approved an initial amendment to the Special Urban Action Plan (PEAU) to expand permitted uses at the former BSH site, enabling renewable energy and automotive-related projects.<\/p>\n

Strengthening Navarra’s industrial fabric<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hithium has also stepped up ties with Navarrese companies such as Gurpea Group, Luartechnology and NR Electr\u00f3nica, aiming to integrate local suppliers into its supply chain \u2014 reinforcing the project’s impact on the region’s industrial ecosystem.<\/p>\n

Source<\/strong>: Navarra Capital<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Negotiations between Chinese company Hithium and BSH for a new battery plant at the former Esqu\u00edroz facility are progressing steadily. The project, announced last March by Prime Minister Pedro S\u00e1nchez, involves an investment of over \u20ac400 million and the creation of up to 745 jobs in its first phase. 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