Login CCR NET Contact News Newsletter German RLG Group> EXPERTISE SOLUTIONS ABOUT CCR CCR INTERNATIONAL CAREER Home > News > CCR Logistics Systems AG achieves fundamental dec ... September 03, 2018 CCR Logistics Systems AG obtains a fundamental decision to take back old batteries in accordance with the German Battery Act CCR Logistics Systems AG obtained a fundamental decision from the Halle Administrative Court to maintain the existing competitive system in the area of taking back used device batteries in Germany. Both battery manufacturers and consumers can continue to benefit from an effective and inexpensive take-back of old batteries in Germany while maintaining a high level of environmental protection. CCR Logistics Systems AG operates the largest proprietary take-back system for used device batteries in Germany under the CCR REBAT brand. Manufacturers of portable batteries in Germany are obliged to choose either to participate in the joint take-back system or a manufacturer's own take-back system. According to the Battery Act, collection targets are specified for the take-back systems, which they have to achieve each year. In 2017, with a collection rate of over 50%, CCR REBAT significantly exceeded the statutory collection rate of 45% and thus achieved by far the highest rate of all relevant take-back systems in Germany. In December 2017, the Federal Environment Agency issued a so-called "guideline" which, among other things, contained new specifications for calculating these collection targets for the waste battery collection systems. The planned implementation of these new requirements from 2019 would have meant that for many battery manufacturers it would have been practically impossible to switch to another take-back system. Das Verwaltungsgericht Halle hat nunmehr aufgrund einer Klage der CCR Logistics Systems AG die neuen Vorgaben des "Leitfadens" des Umweltbundesamts für rechtswidrig erachtet, weil diese nicht in Einklang mit anwendbarem Recht standen, insbesondere dem Batteriegesetz. Das Gericht hat deshalb entschieden, dass CCR REBAT nicht an den "Leitfaden" gebunden ist. Die erfolgreich aufgebaute Wettbewerbsdynamik im Markt für die Rücknahme von Altbatterien in Deutschland bleibt damit erhalten - zu Gunsten von Batterieherstellern und Verbrauchern. CCR REBAT wird weiterhin in bewährter Weise für seine über 400 Kunden tätig sein. Die Klage der CCR Logistics Systems AG wurde von den Rechtsanwälten Dr. Ludger Giesberts und Dr. Michael Gayger von der Kanzlei DLA Piper aus Köln vertreten. Datenschutz Impressum Bildnachweise Extranet © 2021 CCR Logistics Systems AG. All rights reserved. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie Policy Accept All Cookies Cookies Settings