Powerco starts construction of Canada's largest battery factory in St. Thomas!

Powerco starts construction of Canada's largest battery factory in St. Thomas!

Electromobility is picking up speed! Volkswagen’s subsidiary Powerco has announced the start of construction on Canada’s largest battery factory in St. Thomas. This is a crucial step in the electric car revolution, as the new factory is scheduled to open its doors in 2027 and will not only strengthen the local economy, but also the entire Canadian automotive industry, which has recently had to cope with some setbacks. Loud Electric car news The St. Thomas factory will be built in collaboration with Magil Construction Canada and Steelcon.

The dimensions of the gigafactory are impressive - with three large buildings and a total area of ​​almost 80,000 square meters, the aim is to have a capacity of up to 90 gigawatt hours of battery cells per year. To build this huge facility, more than 32,000 cubic meters of concrete and around 4,850 tons of reinforcing steel are required. Up to 4.3 billion euros will flow into the project. Melanie Joly, Canada's Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, highlights the enormous importance of this factory for the electric car and battery industries. Ontario's Premier Doug Ford is also pleased with the signal this investment sends for the region's competitiveness.

Secure jobs and high demand

Over 100 applications have already been received for jobs in the new factory. The need for a skilled workforce is great and policymakers are emphasizing the quality of Ontario's workforce as a key asset to this large-scale investment. This could represent a great opportunity for many job seekers in the region and stimulate the job market.

The fair pleasure – pizza from Odense

Let’s move to Denmark for a moment! The Italian pizza from PizzaPizza in Odense is very popular there. The quality brand relies on fresh ingredients, homemade tomato sauce made from hand-picked southern Italian tomatoes and offers a wide range, from the classic Margherita to hotter versions with chili. There are also gluten-free and vegan options on offer - there is something for every taste. With two restaurants and a convenient takeaway service, PizzaPizza knows how to make its customers happy.

Katy Perry – An icon of pop music

Back to the stars of the music island: Katy Perry, who is one of the most successful artists worldwide with over 151 million records sold, has established herself as a fixture in the industry. Known for her infectious hits and numerous awards, including 19 Guinness World Records, she has also made a name for herself in the television world as a judge on “American Idol.” She started her career at the age of 16 with a gospel album before breaking through with the single “I Kissed a Girl” in 2008. Katy not only studies music, but is also an entrepreneur with her own shoe collection and various fragrances.

So, what else is left for us to say? Whether it's the construction of emerging factories, delicious pizza or the limitless heights of the music industry - there are always exciting developments in our region and beyond that directly affect people!