PowerCo and Valencian Government are leading European dual vocational training for the electrification and decarbonisation of the automotive sector

The Battery Campus has a budget of €35.6 million for construction, plus €5.4 million for equipment and personnel costs.

Acomprehensive training plan includes dual vocational training, specialisedcourses, vocational training in levels A, B, and C, and master’s and doctoralprogrammes in battery cell technologies.

Alexander Dittrich, Head of Human Resources at PowerCo Spain, emphasised that public-private collaboration will make the Battery Campus "not just an educational centre, but a hub of excellence and a magnet for talent."

ThePresident of the Generalitat signed a collaboration agreement with PowerCo todevelop the Battery Campus project.

Valencia, Spain. The President of Valencian Government (Generalitat Valenciana), Carlos Mazón, has highlighted that "Valencian region and PowerCo are leading European dual vocational training for the electrification and decarbonisation of the automotive sector" during the signing of the collaboration agreement between the Generalitat and PowerCo for the Battery Campus project.

The agreement outlines the establishment of the Battery Campus in Sagunto, focusing on vocational training and university programmes related to battery production, as well as skills development for workers at the upcoming gigafactory.

President Mazón stressed the strategic value of the PowerCo plant for the Valencian Community, describing it as "not just a generator of employment, but a centre of innovation and knowledge that will attract and retain talent." He also underlined that this investment represents "a commitment to a future where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand, offering young people opportunities in high-tech emerging fields."

Alexander Dittrich, Head of Human Resources at PowerCo Spain, reiterated that public-private collaboration will ensure the Battery Campus becomes "a centre of excellence, a talent magnet, and a technological benchmark in battery manufacturing, positioning us as European leaders." He added that "to become an electromobility hub, we need talent trained in both current and future technologies across the Valencian business ecosystem."

Dittrich emphasised that the Battery Campus will offer "practical, real-world training adapted to industry needs," enabling students to gain dual certifications valid in both Spain and Germany, enhancing their employability. The centre will also focus on upskilling current workers in advanced manufacturing processes.

A Strategic Investment

The Battery Campus has a total budget of €41 million, including €35.6 million for construction, €4.5 million for equipment, and €761,600 annually for personnel costs. Located near the future PowerCo plant in Parc Sagunt II, the campus will span at least 16,000 square metres and accommodate over 200 trainees daily.

The agreement covers dual vocational training cycles (level D), specialised courses (level E), vocational training programmes (levels A, B, and C), and advanced academic study programmes, including master's and doctoral degrees in battery technology.

In collaboration with Valencian public universities, the initiative will also support highly specialised research projects with leading institutions, such as the Energy Technology Institute in Valencia.

Training Pathways and European Collaboration The Generalitat will manage and deliver vocational training programmes across levels A, B, C, D, and E, ensuring dual recognition in Spain and Germany in partnership with the German Chamber of Commerce. The collaboration also includes promoting European student exchange programmes, entrepreneurship initiatives, and knowledge transfer projects.

Implementation Timeline The Generalitat is committed to completing the Battery Campus and finalising a lease-to-own agreement with PowerCo by 1st September 2025.