Tag Archive: Battery Regulation

  1. How does LEVA-EU support its members on the Battery Regulation and the battery passport?

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    Anyone who wants to stay up to date on developments around the Battery Regulation has a reliable partner in LEVA-EU.

    A direct line to the European Commission – LEVA-EU is a member of the Commission’s Battery Expert Group. This means our organisation gets information straight from the source and, where needed, can put questions directly to the Commission itself.

    A battery working group for members – LEVA-EU members can bring all their questions on battery legislation to our battery working group. If a question can’t be answered internally, LEVA-EU takes it directly to the Commission.

    In-depth briefings – LEVA-EU is closely tracking the Battery Regulation and is preparing two in-depth briefings:

    • a general briefing on the Battery Regulation;
    • a dedicated briefing on the battery passport.

    Both briefings are free for members. Non-members can purchase them for €195 each.

    Monitoring the Council and Parliament decision-making process – LEVA-EU also closely follows the decision-making process in the Council and the European Parliament on amendments to the Battery Regulation, and actively intervenes where necessary to defend members’ interests. A current example is the ongoing consultation with members on the replaceability and removability requirement: originally proposed by the Commission at battery level, it was moved by the Council and Parliament to cell level, and the discussion is now being reopened in the Council and Parliament — based on a new Commission proposal to move the requirement to module level.

    Interested in LEVA-EU membership? Get in touch with Laurent Guérisse, Membership Account & Growth Manager, at laurent@leva-eu.com or use the website form here: https://leva-eu.com/how-to-become-a-member/

  2. European Commission launches Digital Product Passport Registry: a key step for the battery passport

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    The European Commission has launched the Digital Product Passport (DPP) Registry, together with a testing environment. This marks an important step in making the battery passport practically usable for businesses placing batteries on the EU market, and with the first deadline now less than two years away, it’s a timely moment to look at what this means for the battery sector.

    What is the DPP Registry?

    The digital product passport framework was introduced under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR, Regulation (EU) 2024/1781), but for batteries the specific obligation stems from the Battery Regulation. The battery passport acts as a digital container for product information, aimed at strengthening supply chain transparency, supporting more informed choices, and facilitating compliance across the Single Market. While the underlying data is stored in a decentralised way, economic operators must register each battery passport in the new Registry, which provides the secure infrastructure needed to register unique product identifiers and associated metadata.

    The launch follows the adoption of the Implementing Regulation setting out the practical arrangements for the Registry.

    Beyond batteries

    Batteries are among the first product groups required to use the Registry, but they won’t be the only one. The same passport system will gradually be rolled out for other product groups too, including textiles, steel and aluminium, tyres, furniture, ICT products, energy-related products, construction products, toys, detergents and end-user surfactants.

    Registration: interface, API and proof of registration

    Economic operators can register a battery passport either through a secure user interface or via an API, allowing registration to be integrated into existing digital systems. Operators can also request a secure electronic proof of registration to demonstrate compliance to third parties, particularly in business-to-business (B2B) transactions.

    The Implementing Regulation also clarifies the respective responsibilities of the European Commission and EU member states, aiming to provide greater legal certainty and predictability.

    Built for usability and interoperability

    The Registry was designed with a strong focus on usability, interoperability and trust, based on feedback from member states and stakeholders. Businesses will have access to a free semantic repository offering machine-readable data models, definitions and vocabulary through documented APIs, which should help reduce the administrative burden of registering battery passports. A verification framework and logging system are also built in, strengthening security and accountability.

    In parallel, and in cooperation with CEN-CENELEC, harmonised standards have been developed to support the interoperability of the DPP system. Six of these — covering unique identifiers, interoperability, data carriers, APIs, data exchange protocols and data storage — have already been published by national standardisation bodies, and will underpin how battery passport data is structured and exchanged.

    A key deadline for the battery sector

    The testing phase now underway is intended to ensure a smooth rollout ahead of the first implementation deadline on 18 February 2027, when certain types of large batteries will need a battery passport. In the meantime, economic operators can access the testing environment, technical documentation, implementation guidelines, webinars and a dedicated helpdesk via the new DPP website.

  3. LEVA-EU at Eurobike 2026: Visit Our Booth, Book a Free Regulatory Check-up and Join Our Info-Meeting

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    Eurobike remains the only truly international trade show in Europe that brings our entire sector together. LEVA-EU has pledged its full support to the show, and as always we will be present at the 2026 edition — with a booth, free one-to-one regulatory check-ups, and our traditional Info-Meeting. Here is everything you need to know, in one place.

    Find us at our booth F50 in Hall 12

    Our stand is a quiet meeting place for companies that want to learn more about what LEVA-EU can do for them. We help companies understand and correctly apply European technical regulations — such as the Machinery Regulation and the Battery Regulation — and clarify how standards like EN 15194 and the EN 17860 series relate to legislation.

    LEVA-EU members are, of course, most welcome too. Anyone without their own stand can use ours as a meeting point for appointments, or simply drop by with specific questions on regulations and standards.

    Book an exploratory conversation here: Schedule online

    Free Regulatory & Compliance Check-up

    New this year: a free, 15-minute Regulatory & Compliance Check-up with LEVA-EU’s experts. In the LEV sector, classification is the foundation — a single misjudgement about which legal category your vehicle belongs to can send you down the wrong type-approval route, the wrong standards and the wrong obligations, and that is rarely cheap to fix once it surfaces.

    In 15 focused minutes you will get straight answers to the questions that decide everything downstream:

    • Which legal category does your vehicle actually fall into?
    • What legislation applies as a result?
    • Which standards come into play?

    Working with components rather than complete vehicles? We will do the same assessment for your components. No cost, no paperwork, no obligation — just a clear, expert snapshot of where you stand, and where potential gaps may be hiding.

    Slots are limited and fill quickly, so book in advance: Schedule your free check-up online

    The check-up is a genuinely useful starting point. The complete picture — in-depth guidance tailored to your products, ongoing regulatory monitoring, early warning on what is coming, and a partner who advocates for you in Brussels — is what LEVA-EU membership delivers.

    LEVA-EU Info-Meeting

    On Thursday at lunchtime, our traditional LEVA-EU Info-Meeting takes place. In this exclusive session we will explain:

    1. The implementation of the Battery Regulation, with a special focus on the Battery Passport.
    2. The possible development of a new European legal framework for all light electric vehicles, including electric bikes, electric cargo bikes, speed pedelecs, e-scooters and more.
    3. The new Machinery Regulation, which applies from 20 January 2027 and will have a major effect on EN 15194 for EPACs.

    Date: Thursday 25 June 2026 Time: 12:00 to 14:00 Location: Meeting Room Symmetrie 2, Hall 8.1

    This is a lunch meeting, with sandwiches and hot and cold beverages provided.

    LEVA-EU members participate free of charge but are asked to register. Non-members pay admission:

    • €125 – 1 ticket
    • €200 – 2 tickets
    • €240 – 3 tickets

    Register and buy tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/3suyab2r

    Media: members of the press are welcome to participate for free. Contact info@leva-eu.com with your press credentials.

    LEVA-EU is the voice of the LEV sector — and increasingly, its trusted regulatory partner. Come find out what that means for your business. We look forward to welcoming you in Hall 12.

    The LEVA-EU Team

  4. LEVA-EU Info-Meeting at Eurobike: Battery Regulation & New Machinery Regulation

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    During Eurobike, LEVA-EU invites you to an exclusive session where we will explain the following issues:

    1. The implementation of the Battery Regulation with a special focus on the Battery Passport.
    2. We will also clarify the new Machinery Regulation, which applies from 20 January 2027 and will have a major effect on the EN 15194 for EPACs.
    3. Finally, we will update you on the possible development of a new European legal framework for all light electric vehicles, including electric bikes, electric cargo bikes, speed pedelecs, e-scooters, etc.

    The meeting will take place in the same room as last year:

    Date: Thursday 25 June 2026 – Time: 12:00 to 14:00 – Location: Meeting Room Symmetrie 2, Hall 8.1.

    LEVA-EU members participate free of charge, but are expected to register here: https://tinyurl.com/3suyab2r

    Admission for non-LEVA-EU members is paid:

    • €125 – 1 ticket
    • €200 – 2 tickets
    • €240 – 3 tickets

    Register and buy tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/3suyab2r

    This event is a lunch meeting, where sandwiches along with hot and cold beverages will be provided.

    Media: members of the press are welcome to participate for free. Contact info@leva-eu.com with your press credentials.

    We look forward to welcoming you!

    The LEVA-EU Team

  5. European Commission Proposes Changes to Removability and Replaceability Rules for LMT Battery Cells

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    The European Commission has published Omnibus VIII, a targeted legislative proposal that includes an important correction to the EU Battery Regulation affecting light means of transport (LMT) batteries.

    Under the current Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, LMT batteries must be removable and replaceable at cell level. In practice, this requirement raises significant safety concerns, as replacing individual cells increases the risk of battery failure, fire, and thermal runaway.

    What the Commission proposes

    Omnibus VIII would replace Article 11(5) with a new provision requiring that LMT battery packs remain removable and replaceable, but replacement occurs at module level rather than cell level.

    This approach maintains repairability while aligning EU law with established battery safety practices.

    State of play

    • The proposal has been adopted by the European Commission.
    • It has not yet been treated by the European Parliament and Council.
    • Until amended, the current Battery Regulation remains fully applicable.

    LEVA-EU perspective and member support

    For LEVA-EU, this proposal is a necessary and pragmatic adjustment that better balances safety, repairability, and technical feasibility. LEVA-EU will continue to monitor developments and engage with policymakers to support swift adoption of the proposed change.

    To support its members in the correct interpretation and application of the complex Battery Regulation, LEVA-EU is actively working through its Battery Working Group, where members:

    • Exchange technical and regulatory insights on battery design and compliance,
    • Discuss practical implications of current and proposed EU rules,
    • Coordinate industry positions ahead of legislative discussions in the European Parliament.

    Furthermore, LEVA-EU is member of the European Commission’s Waste Group, where in-depth consultations take place between the Commission, Member States and Stakeholders on the interpretation and further implementation of the Battery Regulation. This provides LEVA-EU with a direct line to the Commission for any question that doesn’t get resolved in the Battery Working Group.

    For all further details on LEVA-EU’s Battery Working Group and on LEVA-EU membership in general, please contact LEVA-EU Managing Director Annick Roetynck, annick@leva-eu.com.

  6. Greenway unveils dual battery passport solutions for EU compliance

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    Source: Greenway

    At Eurobike 2025, the LEVA EU member recently presented two prototype Battery Passport solutions designed to meet the European Union’s upcoming Battery Regulation (EN 2023/1542) requirements, which will become mandatory in 2027. It has developed a streamlined digital passport for regulatory compliance and an IoT passport in partnership with OKGO.

    At Eurobike, the company premiered its dual-path approach, offering flexibility for light electric vehicle brands seeking either straightforward compliance or deeper system integration

    The first option – the Greenway Compliance Passport – is a streamlined, standalone digital passport designed to ensure core regulatory compliance. It targets manufacturers seeking a simple, reliable pathway to meet the 2027 milestones without additional system complexity.

    The second option – the IoT-Integrated Passport – has been developed in partnership with IoT service provider OKGO. This fully integrated solution embeds Greenway battery data into a broader connected platform, incorporating firmware management, analytics, aftersales support, and rider-focused services.

    Greenway says the two-tier offering allows customers to choose between rapid adoption for regulatory readiness or advanced integration for enhanced product intelligence and lifecycle management. Both approaches are designed to meet the EU’s transparency and traceability requirements for battery manufacturing, usage, and recycling.

    By introducing these solutions, Greenway looks set to position itself as an early mover in battery compliance innovation for the light electric mobility sector by offering future-ready options to manufacturers ahead of the EU’s regulatory deadline.

  7. LEVA-EU Battery Working Group Holds Inaugural Meeting on Battery Regulation

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    On 19 February, the newly established Battery Working Group of LEVA-EU held its first meeting to analyze the upcoming deadlines and technical specifications set out in the EU’s Battery Regulation. This critical discussion ensures that LEVA-EU members remain ahead of the curve in meeting new compliance requirements.

    Adopted in 2023, the Battery Regulation seeks to enhance the sustainability and circularity of all batteries marketed in the EU, covering their entire lifecycle. With several rules already in force since August last year, the regulation is set to impose increasingly stringent requirements that will significantly impact the Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) industry. The Battery Working Group provides a crucial platform for LEVA-EU members to share insights on the interpretation of the legal requirements and on compliance strategies, ensuring that their concerns are effectively communicated to EU policymakers via the LEVA-EU Secretariat.

    Beyond the discussion sessions, members of the Battery Working Group engage through a dedicated online platform. This serves as both a collaboration space and a valuable internal resource, offering access to key regulatory insights and compliance strategies.

    During the meeting, LEVA-EU Managing Director, Annick Roetynck, also provided clarity on the EN 50604 +A1 battery standard which currently prescribes the battery requirements in both EN 151904 and in the 17860-series, debunking misconceptions about these requirements—an issue of great relevance to the industry.

    As the Battery Regulation continues to evolve, the Battery Working Group will play an essential role in guiding LEVA-EU members through the complexities of compliance. Regular meetings will ensure that companies can proactively address regulatory challenges, avoiding unnecessary costs and disruptions.

    Why Join LEVA-EU?

    The Battery Working Group is just one example of how LEVA-EU actively supports its members in navigating regulatory challenges. As the only European association dedicated exclusively to Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs), LEVA-EU provides direct representation in EU regulatory discussions, ensuring that its members’ concerns are heard and addressed.

    By engaging with European lawmakers in Brussels, LEVA-EU helps shape legislation to create a favorable business environment for the LEV industry. Beyond policy advocacy, LEVA-EU plays an active role in the development of European standards through CEN, CENELEC, ISO and IEC, ensuring that its members are well-informed on standards and the relation between these standards and legislation applicable to LEVs.

    With unparalleled expertise in both legal and technical requirements, LEVA-EU guides its members through the complexities of compliance, offering invaluable support and insights. Joining LEVA-EU means becoming part of a network of like-minded businesses working together to shape the future of the LEV industry.

    To learn more about how LEVA-EU can support your company, contact us through here https://leva-eu.com/how-to-become-a-member/