Group 1 - The domestic market for power battery recycling is expected to exceed 100 billion yuan by 2030, driven by the upcoming large-scale retirement of power batteries in China [2] - In 2024, the domestic recycling volume of power batteries is projected to surpass 300,000 tons, corresponding to a market scale of over 48 billion yuan [2] - The State Administration for Market Regulation has released 22 national standards for power battery recycling, covering various aspects such as general requirements, management specifications, and recycling of lithium-ion waste [2] Group 2 - Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd.'s subsidiary, Bangpu Recycling, has developed DRT directional recycling technology, achieving a nickel-cobalt-manganese recovery rate of 99.6% and a lithium recovery rate of 96.5% [3] - In 2024, Bangpu Recycling plans to process over 120,000 tons of waste batteries and produce 17,100 tons of recycled lithium salt [3] - The next steps include accelerating the construction of the standard system for power battery recycling, focusing on green design, energy detection, and storage [3]

Core Viewpoint - The strategic collaboration among JinJing New Energy, China Resource Recycling International Development, and Guangdong Bangpu Recycling Technology marks a significant step in the battery recycling industry, transitioning from fragmented competition to a systematic approach, leveraging policy insights, technological advancements, and global network coverage [1][2][7]. Strategic Collaboration - The partnership aims to integrate the full chain capabilities of resource coordination, technology research and development, and global networking, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of battery recycling [2][4]. - JinJing New Energy's core business includes reverse supply chain management and green energy solutions, with a global service network covering key markets in the Americas, Europe, and Asia [1][3]. Business Synergy - JinJing New Energy has established a mature recycling point network across 28 countries, which, when combined with the resources from China Resource Recycling International and the technology from Bangpu Recycling, can create an integrated model for recycling, processing, and reusing battery materials [3][5]. - The collaboration is expected to lower logistics and operational costs while promoting standardized processes, thereby enhancing customer trust in recycled material quality [3][5]. Global Expansion - The global demand for power batteries is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 22.3% until 2030, with the retired battery volume expected to exceed 800 GWh, indicating a substantial market opportunity for battery recycling [3][4]. - JinJing New Energy plans to expand its service network from 10 to 100 locations globally, leveraging the international resource allocation capabilities of China Resource Recycling International and the technological output from Bangpu Recycling [3][4]. Policy Environment - Recent policies, such as the EU's "New Battery Law" and China's action plan for establishing a battery recycling system, create a favorable environment for the collaboration, emphasizing increased recycling rates and material regeneration [4][5]. - The partnership will benefit from Bangpu Recycling's established industry standards and China Resource Recycling International's experience in international green standard formulation, facilitating compliance with various regulatory requirements [4][5]. Logistics Network - JinJing New Energy's logistics network across 28 countries, combined with the strategic resource allocation from China Resource Recycling International, is expected to create an efficient battery material import-export logistics system, reducing compliance risks and costs in international transport [5][6]. - The reverse supply chain business has shown significant growth, with revenue increasing by 140% year-on-year to HKD 157 million, accounting for 63.4% of total revenue as of mid-2024 [5][6]. Conclusion - The collaboration not only enhances JinJing New Energy's competitive edge through the integration of national policy support and industry-leading technology but also establishes a comprehensive coverage from policy analysis to terminal services, unlocking collaborative value within the new energy industry [7]. - This strategic move positions JinJing New Energy to build a competitive moat in a rapidly expanding market, enabling it to meet the demands of partners like Ningde Times and Guoxuan High-Tech while gaining pricing power through resource aggregation [7].