CarbonX Appoints Steen McCollin as Chief Commercial Officer
CarbonX, a leading innovator in sustainable battery technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steen McCollin as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). In this role, Steen will spearhead the company’s global commercial strategy, driving growth and expanding market presence.
Steen McCollin brings over two decades of experience in the automotive, energy and technology sectors, with a proven track record in scaling businesses and fostering strategic partnerships. His expertise aligns seamlessly with CarbonX’s mission to revolutionize the battery supply chain by providing sustainable and locally produced active anode materials to replace graphite in batteries.
Rutger van Raalten, Co-founder and CEO of CarbonX, said :
We are thrilled to welcome Steen to our executive team,
“His extensive experience and visionary leadership will be instrumental as we accelerate our efforts to offer innovative solutions in the battery industry.”
CarbonX, founded in 2014 as a spin-off from Delft University of Technology, has developed a unique carbon active anode material that matches the cost of traditional graphite while enhancing battery performance and reducing environmental impact. The company’s proprietary feedstock technology integrates into existing carbon black manufacturing facilities, creating a novel structured carbon material that improves electron and lithium-ion transfer.
McCollin, said :
I am excited to join CarbonX at this pivotal time,
“The company’s innovative approach to sustainable battery materials addresses critical challenges in the global supply chain. I look forward to contributing to our growth and advancing our mission to power a sustainable future.”
This appointment comes as CarbonX prepares to increase its battery testing capabilities, secure key partnerships, and establish further production capacity globally. With McCollin’s leadership, CarbonX is poised to strengthen its position as a leader in sustainable battery technology.
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