VIVA ENERGY EXPLORES TYRE RECYCLING FACILITY IN MELBOURNE

Viva Energy has announced its goal of developing a tyre-recycling facility in Melbourne, with plans to process up to 80,000 tonnes of used tyres annually.

The company has signed a memorandum of understanding with Canadian recycling firm Klean Industries to conduct a pre-feasibility study for the facility, with the project aiming to divert waste from landfill and contribute to the production of lower-carbon fuels.

Lachlan Pfeiffer, Chief Strategy Officer at Viva Energy, said the initiative aligns with the company’s sustainability goals.

“This partnership with Klean Industries is an important development for Viva Energy as we continue to explore new pathways to a more sustainable future for our refinery.

By transforming end-of-life tyres into valuable resources, we are not only reducing waste but also pioneering new paths for low-carbon fuel production.”

The proposed plant would recover three key materials from end-of-life tyres: recovered carbon black (used in tyre and plastic manufacturing), steel (for recycling), and biogenic pyrolysis oil (to be processed at Viva Energy’s Geelong Refinery for low-carbon fuel production).

Jesse Klinkhamer, CEO of Klean Industries, said the company is excited to join in a strategic partnership with Viva Energy to effectively address the end-of-life tyre crisis in Australia.

“Together, we are poised to transform used tyres into sustainable products that fulfill the growing demand for sustainable low-carbon fuels and raw materials.

Together, we are making a difference and leading the way towards a more sustainable future.”

Viva Energy is currently importing a shipment of tyre pyrolysis oil to the Geelong Refinery for processing trials using Klean’s technology.

The company has also announced other initiatives to process alternative feedstocks, including soft plastics, tallow, and used cooking oil, as part of its broader efforts to reduce waste and support Australia’s circular economy.

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