Association Partner Announcement

The Vietnam Metal Recycling Forum (VMRF) is proud to announce its role as an Association Partner for the 2026 SMM Global Lead-Acid Battery Supply Chain Industry Conference (LABC2026), which will take place on November 23–24, 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

📅 Register now through VMRF’s exclusive registration portal to enjoy special discounts:

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🙌 Exclusive Additional 10% Discount – Apply the promo code VMRF during registration.

⏲️ Date: November 23–24, 2026

📍 Venue: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

👉 Conference Agenda: https://lnkd.in/ejMBkGe9

💬 Contact: catherinezhan@smm.cn

About LABC2026

In 2026, the global lead-acid battery industry continues its steady growth, maintaining an indispensable role in automotive starting batteries, industrial applications, and energy storage systems. Recycled lead has become the industry’s primary raw material, while the global supply chain continues to shift rapidly toward Southeast Asia.

Vietnam has emerged as a strategic hub for lead smelting, battery manufacturing, and lead recycling, supported by high vehicle ownership, a strong manufacturing base, and favorable trade conditions.

At the same time, the industry faces a range of critical challenges, including balancing raw material supply and demand, meeting international trade compliance requirements, adapting to increasingly stringent environmental regulations, embracing technological innovation, and managing rising supply chain costs.

LABC2026 is designed to serve as a global platform for knowledge exchange, business networking, and industry collaboration, driving innovation across the entire lead value chain—from mining and recycling to battery manufacturing, equipment, and technology.

Conference Highlights

The conference is expected to welcome more than 500 delegates and over 25 distinguished speakers from 30+ countries and regions, bringing together leading companies and experts from across the global lead-acid battery supply chain.

Featured Industry Participants (2025)

Tianneng Holding Group Co., Ltd
Thang Long Metal
Leoch International Technology Limited
CHILWEE GROUP CO., LTD
Glencore
Trafigura
Korea Zinc
KIJO Group
Northern Non-Ferrous Metals Joint Stock Company
Heng Li (Vietnam) Battery Technology Co., Ltd
Vietnam Changxing Nonferrous Metals Co., Ltd
Cambodia-Sino Metallic Material Industrial Park
Bergsoe Metals Co., Ltd

Don’t miss this premier opportunity to connect with global leaders, explore the latest market developments, and shape the future of the lead-acid battery and recycled lead industries.