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- Livium Ltd (ASX:LVM), via subsidiary Envirostream Australia, signs a three-year exclusive agreement with Hilti (Aust.) Pty Ltd to recycle lithium-ion tool batteries.
- Agreement supports circular economy goals and strengthens Livium’s position in battery recycling across e-mobility, energy storage, and power tool sectors.
- Strategic alignment with B-Cycle rebate scheme and paid service fees positions Livium to benefit from a scalable, long-term battery supply channel.
Livium Ltd (ASX:LVM), through its wholly owned subsidiary Envirostream Australia Pty Ltd, has entered into a three-year exclusive agreement with global power tool manufacturer Hilti (Aust.) Pty Ltd for the recycling of returned Fleet Management lithium-ion batteries in Australia. The agreement is set to commence on April 1, 2025, and forms a core part of Livium’s broader strategic objective to expand access to end-of-life lithium-ion batteries across diversified sectors.
Under the agreement, Livium will handle the collection, sorting, and recycling of Hilti’s power tool batteries. The process will be financially supported through rebates from the Battery Stewardship Council’s B-Cycle program, complemented by service fees paid directly by Hilti. These dual revenue streams are expected to enhance the commercial viability of battery recycling while supporting environmental and economic sustainability.
The exclusive nature of the deal positions Livium as Hilti’s sole recycling partner within Australia, highlighting confidence in its operational capabilities and alignment with responsible waste management practices. This collaboration adds to Livium’s growing pipeline of industry partnerships in battery recycling and strengthens its commitment to the development of an Australian-based circular economy for lithium-ion batteries.
Hilti’s Fleet Management model, which provides power tools on a lease basis with included services such as maintenance and battery replacement, has long been recognised for enabling operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. The model is also structured to streamline the collection of used tools and batteries, offering a dependable and scalable supply chain for Livium’s recycling operations.
Hilti has evolved into a global player in the construction technology industry since its founding in 1941. Within Australia, its emphasis on workplace safety, productivity, and sustainability reflects in its active participation in initiatives aimed at minimising electronic waste. The new partnership with Livium enables Hilti to close the loop on tool lifecycle management, by integrating end-of-life battery recycling into its service offering. Batteries harvested through the Fleet Management program will now be responsibly recycled by Envirostream in Australia.
Livium’s strategy continues to be focused on establishing long-term, economically viable supply channels for lithium-ion batteries. By working with organisations that forecast increasing battery volumes over time, Livium enhances its ability to respond to market demands, regulatory pressures, and ESG objectives. The deal with Hilti adds significant depth to its customer base, which already includes stakeholders in e-mobility and energy storage systems.
This agreement ensures Livium benefits from a consistent volume of used batteries, particularly from the power tools segment, which adds diversity to its recycling stream and reduces dependence on any single sector. The company also positions itself to handle growing future volumes of batteries as Hilti continues to expand its presence across Australian construction sites.
Hilti’s internal practices reinforce its commitment to sustainability. The company has adopted a comprehensive approach to lifecycle management of its tools, including parts harvesting, refurbishment, and recycling of the remaining material components. With this latest development, Hilti’s Australian operations now complete the full tool lifecycle by recycling all ex-Fleet lithium-ion batteries through an onshore solution—Envirostream.
Although the agreement does not carry minimum volume guarantees, Livium has indicated that the commercial terms—combining rebates and paid services—will strengthen its operating model and offer economic incentives for both parties to scale operations. This move also supports national objectives of diverting hazardous waste from landfills and reinforces the transition to a sustainable, circular economy.
This partnership is a reflection of growing momentum in the battery recycling industry, especially as global manufacturers increasingly align their operations with ESG goals. Livium’s collaboration with Hilti not only enhances its recycling footprint but also signals the readiness of industrial and construction sectors to embed circular principles into their operational frameworks.
By establishing a long-term relationship with Hilti, Livium is poised to capitalise on the steady flow of used batteries while contributing to broader environmental and resource recovery outcomes. The deal demonstrates how well-structured public-private collaborations, supported by government rebate programs, can create economically sustainable pathways for battery stewardship and recycling at scale.
