Association for the Battery Recycling Industry

ABRI and the International Lithium Association (ILiA) have become affiliate partners reflecting a common interest in the battery circular economy. "On behalf of The International Lithium Association (ILiA), I am delighted to welcome The Association for the Battery Recycling Industry (ABRI) as our new Affiliate Partner. ABRI complements and supports a battery circular economy with a common goal of building a sustainable and responsible supply chain,” said Anand Sheth, Founding Chairman.   ILiA is the global industry association for the lithium industry with members across the lithium battery value chain: miners, developers, juniors, refiners, battery material producers, recyclers, technology providers, etc. They together form the global voice of the lithium industry. ABRI further strengthens this voice.   ILiA is pleased to engage with ABRI and its members to foster a safe, sustainable and world leading battery recycling industry over the medium term.   For more information please visit: lithium.org

ABRI members recently gained detailed insights into China’s battery tracking and tracing standards. This traceability framework lays the technical foundation for full battery lifecycle transparency—from production and use to reuse and recycling. Such standards are critical for recovering key materials (like lithium, cobalt, and nickel), improving resource efficiency, and enabling a truly circular battery value chain. The presentation provided an overview of China’s evolving regulatory framework for high-voltage traction (EV) battery identification, tracking, and real-time monitoring—an increasingly important topic as electrification scales rapidly. A key focus was the GB/T 34014-2017 standard, which mandates the use of a unique traceability code for every traction battery, all the way down to the cell level. The code, ranging from 19 to 24 digits, combines standardised and manufacturer-defined segments and has been mandatory since August 1, 2018. Thanks to Johannes Paul Lehmann, MBA for sharing his insights on this important topic. A timely discussion given the move to mandatory battery producer responsibility in Australia.

NSW Fair Trading has introduced new information at point of sale for e-micromobility products. Great to see this includes information about not disposing in household or kerbside garbage bins. If you're looking for information on battery recycling visit https://lnkd.in/gK95dnwK #lithium #recycling #batterycirculareconomy #micromobility

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For those following battery producer responsibility policy in Australia and managing the consequences of battery fires 🔋🔥🚒 in waste facilities, the New South Wales Environment Minister the Hon. Penny Sharpe has introduced the Product Lifecycle Responsibility Bill 2025.  The Bill is to establish a product stewardship framework for brand owners of certain products which will be set out in regulations. Interested in finding out more about the Bill and the drivers for its implementation read the second reading speech. This website also contains the Bill and explanatory notes https://lnkd.in/gBHMGpzn #batteries #lithium #circulareconomy #recycling

ABRI welcomes Manhari Recycling as a new corporate member. Manhari Recycling is based in Victoria and has been recycling scrap metal, including lead acid batteries, since 2007. Regional Victoria is a key priority. Manhari's acquisition of REVERT GROUP, a business involved in repurposing construction and demolition waste, has increased capabilities. Manhari has established a circular economy hub in Regional Victoria to now bring its expertise to the setting up tyres, solar panels and lithium batteries recycling. Manhari Recycling https://lnkd.in/dSW_6E82 REVERT Group https://lnkd.in/gqukeUMe Maddy Gupta Vineet Ahuja

ABRI welcomes Enecell as a new corporate member. Enecell is a newly established lead acid breaker in Perth servicing the Western Australian market. Recycling services will commence in 2025. Enecell is a subsidiary of the Owens Group, a Western Australian recycling business. The Owens Group WA is a family owned business with almost two decades of experience servicing the WA market and has other establishments in WA to service the ferrous and non ferrous recycling sector. Further information can be found https://lnkd.in/gtnyguTC Paul Owens

ABRI welcomes Weston Aluminium as a new corporate member. Weston Group provides circular economy products and services to the aluminium, steel, pharmaceutical and medical industries. The Weston Plant is in regional NSW at Kurri Kurri. Weston Aluminium has begun to process Vapes and is securing regulatory approval to recycle lithium batteries. For further information visit https://lnkd.in/g8gMsKjm Garbis Simonian #batteries #vapes #circulareconomy #lithium #recycling

Thank you for involving us in the discussion on delivering the benefits of battery technology for Australia.

Join these information sessions on the revamp of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code⬇️ Battery reuse, repurpose and recycling industry feedback is critical for improving safety and streamlining transport packing, labelling and handling processes. There is an urgent need to improve and clarify information around lithium batteries to deliver safe and practical outcomes for everyone.