TENWAYS, an e-bike brand based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, announced on 7 October 2026 that it is partnering with Minespider to implement Digital Battery Passports (DBPs) for its light means of transport (LMT) batteries ahead of upcoming European Union regulatory requirements.
Under the EU Batteries Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1542), each LMT battery placed on the EU market or put into service must have a battery passport from 18 February 2027. E-bike batteries falling within the LMT category are subject to this requirement.
The battery passport must be accessible through a QR code linked to a unique identifier. It must contain information about the battery model and data specific to the individual battery. The regulation also requires the information to be accurate, complete and up to date, and to use an interoperable, machine-readable, structured and searchable format.
Through the partnership, TENWAYS is establishing the supplier engagement processes, data structures and digital infrastructure needed to support the creation and management of Digital Battery Passports. The initiative will also help integrate battery information into the company's product and supply chain management processes.
Nathan Williams, founder and CEO of Minespider, said that starting early gives manufacturers time to establish the necessary data flows and develop practical processes before the regulatory deadline.
Amir Fazeli, general manager of TENWAYS Europe, said the company aims to incorporate the new requirements into its operations proactively rather than treating them as a last-minute compliance exercise.
TENWAYS is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and offers city, hybrid, compact and cargo e-bikes for commuting, everyday mobility, leisure, family and business use. Minespider provides Digital Product Passport and Digital Battery Passport platforms, with tools for supply chain traceability, supplier engagement and document management.
