Swedish truck manufacturer Scania has secured an additional supply of battery cells to complement its existing deal with Northvolt, reported Reuters.
This move comes as Scania faces challenges in meeting its 2025 emission reduction targets, partly due to difficulties with electric battery deliveries from its primary supplier, Northvolt.
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Northvolt, which filed for US Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last October, has struggled to scale up production.
Scania, part of the Traton group, has been impacted by Northvolt’s production issues, which have hindered the truckmaker’s electrification plans.
Scania CEO Christian Levin previously indicated that the company was in discussions with alternative battery cell manufacturers to support its future electric fleet.
This move comes as Scania aims to diversify its supply chain to ensure the continuity of its electrification plans.
Levin stated that Scania is currently receiving more battery cells from Northvolt than it is using for truck production, but the diversification strategy remains a priority.
The company delivered a total of 77 zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the fourth quarter of 2024, contributing to a full-year total of 266 units.
In 2024, the company delivered a total of 102,069 vehicles, including 266 ZEVs.
Scania Group reported 2024 net sales increase by 6% year-on-year to SEK216.1bn ($21.3bn), with an adjusted operating income of SEK30.4bn.
However, the fourth quarter saw a slight decrease in net sales and vehicle deliveries compared to the previous year.
Scania’s service business revenue continued to grow, reflecting the company’s robust operational and financial performance.
The company has set targets for 2032, aiming for a 50% emissions reduction in its operations and a 45% cut from vehicles in use, compared to 2022 levels.
