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Scania, a global leader in transport solutions, has launched Scania Industrial Batteries to enhance its electrification efforts in industrial off-road applications. Headquartered in Sweden, this new organization focuses on sectors like mining, construction, and material handling. The initiative stems from Scania’s acquisition and carve-out of Northvolt Systems’ Industrial Division in April 2025, enabling the delivery of fully integrated electric solutions to customers worldwide.
Key Highlights
- Electrified Off-Road Portfolio: Includes battery systems, electric motors, software, connectivity, and support services designed for challenging terrains.
- Product Platforms: Core and Compact options provide battery packs from 21 to 624 kWh and up to 1000 V, available as complete powertrains or standalone products, manufactured in Europe.
- Market Growth: Rapid expansion in electric off-road equipment, offering energy cost savings and long-term emissions reductions in energy-intensive industries.
- Engineering Solutions: Addresses transition challenges with high-capacity batteries and e-machines developed in collaboration with OEMs and operators.
- Leadership Quote: Gustaf Sundell, Executive Vice President and Head of Ventures and New Business at Scania, emphasizes leading off-road electrification through combined agility and engineering expertise.
- Expertise Emphasis: Elin Åkerström, CEO of Scania Industrial Batteries, highlights batteries as critical systems for performance, efficiency, and uptime.
- Modular Design: Supports integration from industrial forklifts to excavators, backed by facilities in Gdańsk, Poland, and an R&D center in Stockholm, Sweden.
- Proven Track Record: Over seven years of experience, delivering thousands of battery systems with more than 12 million operating hours in mining, construction, and agriculture.
Strengthening Electrification in Demanding Environments
Scania’s expansion into industrial batteries positions the company as a key player in sustainable off-road machinery. The new offerings integrate seamlessly with existing electric powertrain components, accelerating development, testing, and deployment for OEMs and end-users. This compatibility fosters the adoption of cleaner, more efficient equipment across global operations.
The Core and Compact platforms exemplify Scania’s commitment to versatility. These modular battery packs cater to a broad spectrum of applications, ensuring scalability and ease of integration. By simplifying electrification, Scania helps industries transition from traditional combustion engines to advanced electric systems, tackling issues like power demands, voltage requirements, and thermal management.
Addressing Industry Challenges
Transitioning to electric powertrains involves overcoming significant hurdles, particularly in rugged off-road settings. Scania counters these with a comprehensive lineup of components, from robust battery systems to precision-engineered e-machines. Close partnerships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators ensure solutions are tailored for maximum efficiency and minimal emissions.
The benefits of electrification are clear in sectors like construction and mining. Operators achieve substantial energy cost savings while contributing to environmental goals through reduced emissions. Scania’s approach not only meets current demands but anticipates future needs, supporting the global shift toward sustainable transport.
Proven Expertise and Global Reach
With manufacturing in Gdańsk, Poland, and research and development in Stockholm, Sweden, Scania Industrial Batteries leverages over seven years of hands-on experience. The division has supplied thousands of systems, accumulating more than 12 million operating hours in real-world applications. This reliability underscores Scania’s dedication to high-quality, durable solutions engineered for uptime and performance.
As part of the TRATON GROUP, Scania continues to drive innovation. In 2024, the company delivered 96,443 trucks, 5,626 buses, and 11,170 industrial and marine power systems, generating net sales exceeding SEK 216 billion—with about 20% from services. Operating in over 100 countries and employing around 59,000 people, Scania maintains production in Europe and Latin America, with regional centers in Africa and Asia. Its main R&D site in Södertälje, Sweden, fuels ongoing advancements.
For more details, visit www.scania.com.
Scania Industrial Batteries empowers off-road industries with integrated electric solutions, from concept to after-sales support, fostering sustainability in the toughest environments.
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