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How EV Manufacturers Can Navigate Supply Chain Complexity

Arena Solutions

The mining of these metals is concentrated in China, South Africa, Indonesia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). A key component of the EV is its battery, which requires raw materials such as lithium, nickel, and cobalt. Once the raw materials are sourced, the final batteries are assembled primarily in Asia. References.

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How to Manage Risk and Boost Transparency in the Raw Material Supply Chain

EcoVadis

The standards came into effect in June 2018 and by December 31 will require global due diligence, beyond the Covered Countries identified in Dodd-Frank Act Section 1502 (e.g. tin from Indonesia). With rampant corruption in the area , it tops the list of minerals associated with child and forced labor.

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Most desirable logistics location of Europe in 2018

Supply Chain Movement

Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. Cape Verde. Cayman Islands. Central African Republic. Christmas Island. Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Cook Islands. Costa Rica. Cote D'ivoire. Czech Republic. Dominican Republic. Guinea-bissau. Heard Island and Mcdonald Islands. Holy See (Vatican City State). Iran, Islamic Republic of. Isle of Man.