Travel Report: Halmstad, Sweden

Visits to a local vehicle dismantling facility, Stena’s metal and battery recycling plants, and the Volvo Trucks production line provided practical examples of how end-of-life vehicle management can be made more efficient, safer, and more resource-efficient. The study tour also highlighted both the opportunities and practical challenges of the circular economy, particularly those related to material recovery, electric vehicle battery handling, and the development of new business models.

This report summarizes the key observations, lessons learned, and development ideas gathered during the visit. It also evaluates how international best practices could be adapted to support the future development of automotive recycling in Finland. The report offers an insightful perspective on the changes and opportunities facing the vehicle circular economy as it undergoes transformation driven by technological advancement, electrification, and sustainable development goals.