Sime Motors has launched a zero-waste tyre recycling programme in partnership with Evergreen Company. The programme can be rolled out throughout all Sime Motors dealerships in Peninsular Malaysia from this month.
The auto arm of the conglomerate says that it’s the first structured programme of its form by a Malaysian automotive retail group, aimed to scale back environmental influence of end-of-life tyres by way of a completely closed-loop zero-waste recycling course of.
“This programme displays our dedication to sustainability and innovation in waste administration. With Evergreen Company’s superior capabilities, we’re proud to guide the zero waste tyre recycling throughout the trade,” stated Jeffrey Gan, MD of Southeast Asia, Sime Motors.
This programme will see used tyres collected from Sime Motors’ service operations at manufacturers similar to BMW, MINI, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar Land Rover, Volvo, BYD, Denza, Drivecare and Auto Choice. The used rubber can be despatched to Evergreen Company, which ‘Superior Thermal Restoration Inexperienced Know-how’ permits 100% materials restoration with low dangerous emissions. The waste can be was reusable industrial assets similar to carbon black, gas oil and recovered metal.
“This partnership is a big milestone not only for Evergreen, however for the way forward for inexperienced know-how in Malaysia. We’re consistently working to innovate and advance tyre recycling know-how, and we’re honoured to accomplice with Sime Motors to drive Malaysia’s inexperienced financial system ahead. This collaboration not solely addresses the problem of tyre disposal however does so utilizing an answer that’s clear, scalable and future-ready,” stated Kwang Meng Kian, co-founder of Evergreen Company.
Sime Motors says that the partnership aligns with Division of Atmosphere (DOE) requirements and helps broader nationwide ESG and sustainability targets. “As a socially accountable organisation, Sime Motors recognises the significance of taking possession of its environmental footprint in methods which can be each operationally efficient and significant to prospects and communities,” the corporate stated in a press release.
“With this programme in place, prospects will be assured that once they service or buy automobiles from Sime Motors, their used tyres are being dealt with by way of a system designed to minimise hurt to the surroundings. By selecting Sime Motors, prospects usually are not solely investing in high quality automotive options however are additionally contributing to a cleaner, extra sustainable future for the subsequent technology,” it added.
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