\nConsistent with Li-Cycle\u2019s strategy for growing recycling capacity in conjunction with customer demand, the Agreement further contemplates the possible construction of a dedicated Spoke located close to VinES\u2019 manufacturing site. Further, the potential Spoke has the opportunity to benefit from the growing local demand for lithium-ion battery recycling solutions, driven by strong economic growth and an increasing manufacturing presence in Vietnam. An investment decision regarding the dedicated Spoke facility is expected to be made in 2025. In the meantime, Li-Cycle will facilitate the processing of VinES\u2019 material utilizing Li-Cycle\u2019s North American Spoke network.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cBy recycling battery production scrap and used batteries into the global mobility and energy storage industries, we can achieve a sustainable supply chain while reducing environmental impacts. We believe the strategic collaboration will strongly accelerate both companies\u2019 missions of creating a sustainable future for all,\u201d said Ms. Pham Thuy Linh, CEO of VinES.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cWe are pleased to advance our collaboration with VinES and become its strategic and long-term recycling partner for all batteries and battery materials generated by VinES in Vietnam,\u201d said Tim Johnston, co-founder and Executive Chair of Li-Cycle. \u201cThis Agreement supports our shared goals of creating a sustainable and closed-loop battery supply chain. It also advances Li-Cycle\u2019s position as the industry\u2019s preferred global recycling partner as we continue to strengthen our commercial relationships and scale our innovative and environmentally friendly battery recycling technologies around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nTo build on a partnership first announced in October 2022, VinES and Li-Cycle will also continue to explore global recycling solutions for VinFast, the first global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n
\nVinES and VinFast are part of Vingroup, the largest private conglomerate in Vietnam, and are leaders in the global movement towards electrified transportation. VinFast has expanded its business to the North American and European markets with the aim to become one of the leading global EV manufacturers. VinES is a company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of advanced batteries for mobility and energy storage applications. The company has recently commissioned a lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing facility in Hai Phong, Vietnam, and expects to further expand its production capacity in the country.<\/p>\n
\nLi-Cycle opened an office in Singapore in December 2022 to support its connectivity to the Asia market and its efforts to continue building and expanding its commercial relationships with Asia-based manufacturers.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cOur office in Singapore represents an important connection point to Asia, and we are excited to continue expanding Li-Cycle\u2019s global footprint,\u201d said Dawei Li, Li-Cycle Regional President, APAC region. \u201cWe look forward to supporting VinES\u2019 recycling needs and strengthening our commercial relationships in this important market.\u201d<\/p>\n
About Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.<\/b><\/p>\n
\nLi-Cycle (NYSE: LICY) is on a mission to leverage its innovative Spoke & Hub Technologies\u2122 to provide a customer-centric, end-of-life solution for lithium-ion batteries, while creating a secondary supply of battery-grade materials. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are increasingly powering our world in automotive, energy storage, consumer electronics, and other industrial and household applications. The world needs improved technology and supply chain innovations to better manage battery manufacturing waste and end-of-life batteries and to meet the rapidly growing demand for critical and scarce battery-grade raw materials through a closed-loop solution. For more information, visit https:\/\/li-cycle.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n About VinES<\/b><\/p>\n VinES Energy Solutions<\/b>, a member of Vingroup, specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing advanced lithium ion batteries for mobility and energy storage applications. Its battery cell, module and pack R&D and manufacturing capabilities ensure the delivery of advanced battery that meet the safety and quality standards required for EV\/ESS and other energy application applications. In addition, VinES has established partnerships with some of the world’s leading battery technology companies to provide full coverage as a transformative energy solution provider. For more information, visit https:\/\/vines.net.vn\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements<\/b><\/p>\n Certain statements contained in this press release may be considered \u201cforward-looking statements\u201d within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21 of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of words such as \u201cbelieve\u201d, \u201cmay\u201d, \u201cwill\u201d, \u201ccontinue\u201d, \u201canticipate\u201d, \u201cintend\u201d, \u201cexpect\u201d, \u201cshould\u201d, \u201cwould\u201d, \u201ccould\u201d, \u201cplan\u201d, \u201cpotential\u201d, \u201cfuture\u201d, \u201ctarget\u201d or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Forward-looking statements in this press release include but are not limited to statements about: the expectation that the Agreement will begin in 2024; the expectation that Li-Cycle will become VinES\u2019 strategic and preferred recycling partner for VinES\u2019 Vietnamese-sourced battery materials; the possible construction of a dedicated Li-Cycle Spoke located close to VinES\u2019 manufacturing site; the opportunity for the potential Spoke to benefit from the growing local demand for lithium-ion battery recycling solutions in Vietnam; the expectation that Li-Cycle\u2019s investment decision regarding the development of a dedicated Spoke in Vietnam will be made by 2025; the expectation that, in the meantime, Li-Cycle will facilitate the processing of VinES\u2019 material using its North American Spoke network; the expectation that the Agreement will support VinES\u2019 and Li-Cycle\u2019s shared goals of creating a sustainable and close-loop battery supply chain; the expectation that VinES and Li-Cycle will continue to explore global recycling solutions for VinFast; and the expectation that Li-Cycle will continue to expand its global footprint. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this communication, including but not limited to assumptions regarding the timing, scope and cost of Li-Cycle\u2019s projects; the processing capacity and production of Li-Cycle\u2019s facilities; Li-Cycle\u2019s ability to source feedstock and manage supply chain risk; Li-Cycle\u2019s ability to increase recycling capacity and efficiency; Li-Cycle\u2019s ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms; Li-Cycle\u2019s ability to retain and hire key personnel and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners; general economic conditions; currency exchange and interest rates; compensation costs; and inflation. There can be no assurance that such estimates or assumptions will prove to be correct and, as a result, actual results or events may differ materially from expectations expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements.<\/i><\/p>\n These forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of assisting readers in understanding certain key elements of Li-Cycle\u2019s current objectives, goals, targets, strategic priorities, expectations and plans, and in obtaining a better understanding of Li-Cycle\u2019s business and anticipated operating environment. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes and is not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on, by any investor as a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability.<\/i><\/p>\n Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Li-Cycle, and are not guarantees of future performance. Li-Cycle believes that these risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to economically and efficiently source, recover and recycle lithium-ion batteries and lithium-ion battery manufacturing scrap, as well as third party black mass, and to meet the market demand for an environmentally sound, closed-loop solution for manufacturing waste and end-of-life lithium-ion batteries; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to successfully implement its global growth strategy, on a timely basis or at all; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to manage future global growth effectively; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to develop the Rochester Hub, and other future projects including its Spoke network expansion projects in a timely manner or on budget or that those projects will not meet expectations with respect to their productivity or the specifications of their end products; Li-Cycle\u2019s failure to materially increase recycling capacity and efficiency; Li-Cycle may engage in strategic transactions, including acquisitions, that could disrupt its business, cause dilution to its shareholders, reduce its financial resources, result in incurrence of debt, or prove not to be successful; one or more of Li-Cycle\u2019s current or future facilities becoming inoperative, capacity constrained or if its operations are disrupted; additional funds required to meet Li-Cycle\u2019s capital requirements in the future not being available to Li-Cycle on acceptable terms or at all when it needs them; Li-Cycle expects to continue to incur significant expenses and may not achieve or sustain profitability; problems with the handling of lithium-ion battery cells that result in less usage of lithium-ion batteries or affect Li-Cycle\u2019s operations; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to maintain and increase feedstock supply commitments as well as securing new customers and off-take agreements; a decline in the adoption rate of EVs, or a decline in the support by governments for \u201cgreen\u201d energy technologies; decreases in benchmark prices for the metals contained in Li-Cycle\u2019s products; changes in the volume or composition of feedstock materials processed at Li-Cycle\u2019s facilities; the development of an alternative chemical make-up of lithium-ion batteries or battery alternatives; Li-Cycle\u2019s revenues for the Rochester Hub are derived significantly from a single customer; Li-Cycle\u2019s insurance may not cover all liabilities and damages; Li-Cycle\u2019s heavy reliance on the experience and expertise of its management; Li-Cycle\u2019s reliance on third-party consultants for its regulatory compliance; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to complete its recycling processes as quickly as customers may require; Li-Cycle\u2019s inability to compete successfully; increases in income tax rates, changes in income tax laws or disagreements with tax authorities; significant variance in Li-Cycle\u2019s operating and financial results from period to period due to fluctuations in its operating costs and other factors; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates which could result in declines in reported sales and net earnings; unfavourable economic conditions, such as consequences of the global COVID-19 pandemic; natural disasters, unusually adverse weather, epidemic or pandemic outbreaks, cyber incidents, boycotts and geo-political events; failure to protect or enforce Li-Cycle\u2019s intellectual property; Li-Cycle may be subject to intellectual property rights claims by third parties; Li-Cycle\u2019s failure to effectively remediate the material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting that it has identified or if it fails to develop and maintain a proper and effective internal control over financial reporting. These and other risks and uncertainties related to Li-Cycle\u2019s business are described in greater detail in the section entitled “Risk Factors” and \u201cKey Factors Affecting Li-Cycle\u2019s Performance\u201d in its Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Ontario Securities Commission in Canada. Because of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, readers should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.<\/i><\/p>\n Li-Cycle assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable laws. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Li-Cycle\u2019s assessments as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release.<\/i><\/p>\n View source version on businesswire.com: <\/span>https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20230412005214\/en\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Investor Relations<\/p>\n
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