Witthal Gulf Industries Announces AED 40 Million Investment For Lithium Battery Recycling Plant In KEZAD

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD Group) and Witthal Gulf Industries have entered a 50-year land lease agreement to build a modern plant in Taweelah, KEZAD. This project, with an investment of AED 40 million, will establish the UAE's first lithium battery recycling facility. The collaboration aims to create a sustainable infrastructure for recycling lithium batteries.

The recycling plant will utilise advanced technology to process end-of-life batteries from industries like electric vehicles and solar farms. This process will recover valuable materials such as black mass, copper, and aluminium, producing sustainable alternatives. The initiative supports the UAE's net zero goals by offering solutions for industry waste.

Witthal Gulf Industries is part of the Singapore-based Witthal Group, which operates across the Middle East, Asia, and West Africa. The company leads in ethically sourcing and trading essential materials like rubber, tyres, minerals, and lithium ore. This strengthens global supply chains while promoting sustainable industrial growth.

Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO of Economic Cities and Free Zones at AD Ports Group, stated: "Both KEZAD Group and Witthal Gulf Industries are driven by the same vision for sustainability. The partnership is based on a solid foundation that will provide the platform for innovation, and focus on technological advancements that contribute to sustainable industry growth in KEZAD. KEZAD Group is excited to facilitate and support a project that offers sustainable solutions for industry waste, and aligns with the UAE’s net zero goals."

Suresh Kumar Nalappa (Vijayendra), CEO of Witthal Gulf Industries, expressed enthusiasm about starting operations in KEZAD: "Witthal Gulf Industries is excited to start its journey in KEZAD. We are thrilled to be part of an ecosystem that only provides the best resources but also encourages collaboration and innovation. We are confident that with our shared goals for sustainability, we will continue to push boundaries, address market demands responsibly, and ignite a new era of growth for both parties."

This initiative addresses the urgent need for responsible battery disposal by contributing to a circular economy. It ensures efficient resource reuse while minimising environmental impact through reduced energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

With inputs from WAM