Industry Minister Akanat Promphan has ordered a comprehensive investigation into three illegal recycling factories in Chonburi Province suspected of environmental violations. The establishments reportedly have ties to Chinese investors.

Panasonic Energy (Thailand) (PECTH), UMC Metals , and CP All announced success in the 'Circular Economy Initiative through Battery Recycling Project' using the ECOARC Furnace to reclaim reusable materials from used batteries for economic value.