NextStar Energy has commenced production on a new battery pack assembly line at its Windsor, Ontario facility, the company announced on June 29, 2026. The move is part of a broader push to strengthen Canada's electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain.
New production line details
The new line will produce battery packs for use in electric vehicles. NextStar Energy, a joint venture between Stellantis and LG Energy Solution, began construction on the Windsor facility in 2023. The company has not disclosed the specific production capacity of the new line but stated that it will create hundreds of jobs in the region.
According to NextStar Energy, the new line is a significant milestone in the company's plan to localize battery production in North America. The Windsor facility is expected to be one of the largest battery manufacturing plants in Canada.
Impact on Windsor and Canadian EV industry
The production launch is seen as a boost for Windsor's economy, which has been transitioning from traditional automotive manufacturing to EV-related industries. The facility is part of a wave of battery plant investments in Canada, supported by federal and provincial incentives.
"This is a proud day for our team and for Windsor," said a NextStar Energy spokesperson. "We are building the future of mobility right here in Ontario."
The plant is expected to supply battery packs to Stellantis's North American assembly plants, including those in Windsor and Brampton, Ontario. The Canadian government has committed billions of dollars in subsidies to attract EV battery production, aiming to secure the country's role in the global auto industry's shift to electric.
