QUICK TAKE
- Veolia ANZ deploys EverestLabs AI robots with 90% pick accuracy at South Perth facility
- System operates 2-3x faster than manual sorting with 24/7 remote monitoring
- First international deployment for EverestLabs outside U.S. market
- Technology transforms recycling into value-creating industry with higher material recovery
- Modular design requires no infrastructure retrofits, installation takes hours
Veolia deploys AI-powered robotic sorting technology achieving 90% pick accuracy at its South Perth facility
| EverestLabs partnership marks breakthrough in automated recycling operations
Veolia ANZ has rolled out AI-powered robotic sorting technology that hits 90% pick accuracy at its South Perth facility. The deployment represents a major step forward in automated recycling operations.
The company’s partnership with EverestLabs to install the RecycleOS solution marks EverestLabs’ first international rollout beyond the United States. The technology tackles key industry challenges while putting both companies ahead of the pack in circular economy transformation.
Strategic Partnership Modernizes Global Recycling
“It is in these repetitive processes, where machines can learn through AI and be guided by human intervention, that smart tech can be most useful — especially in Veolia’s world-leading resource recovery facilities and our rapidly expanding sector,” said Richard Kirkman, Veolia ANZ CEO & Managing Director.
The AI system handles critical industry challenges through vision AI technology that scans and identifies recyclable materials as they move. The system guides robotic arms to sort targeted items straight from conveyor belts with top-tier precision.
Breakthrough Performance Delivers Operational Transformation
The Perth rollout shows impressive operational improvements with clear advantages over traditional methods:
- 2-3 times faster sorting speed compared to manual operations
- 90% pick accuracy for material identification and sorting
- 24/7 continuous operation with remote monitoring capabilities
- Zero infrastructure retrofitting required due to modular design
The technology’s compact design works seamlessly with existing material recovery facility infrastructure. Installation takes just hours, and the system runs continuously through EverestLabs’ Robotic Operations Centre.
Global Expansion Builds on Proven U.S. Track Record
This achievement builds on EverestLabs’ proven success with major U.S. recyclers including Republic Services, Waste Connections, and Novelis. The Veolia partnership brings data-driven recovery and operational excellence to international markets as global demand for high-quality recycled materials grows.
“Our robotic systems are doing the heavy lifting—identifying, sorting, and reporting in real time—so facilities can focus on running more efficiently, sustainably, and safely,” said Jagadeesh Ambati, CEO and Founder of EverestLabs.
Governments and corporations are setting tough targets for post-consumer recycled content, creating new market opportunities for companies that can deliver superior material purity.
Technology Creates New Revenue Streams Through Quality
The AI sorting system changes recycling from cost-focused operations into value-creating industry segments. By improving material purity and traceability, the technology helps recyclers command higher prices for sorted bales while cutting contamination rates.
Facilities using RecycleOS report material recovery improvements of 2-3 times compared to traditional methods. This improvement directly impacts bottom-line performance by boosting revenue from recovered materials while reducing disposal costs.
The partnership aligns with broader corporate sustainability targets as companies work to meet environmental regulations and consumer demand for sustainable practices.
Competitive Advantages Drive Market Adoption
For waste management companies, the technology offers multiple strategic benefits. The 24/7 operation capability removes labour scheduling constraints while improving worker safety by taking humans out of dangerous sorting environments.
Real-time analytics provide unprecedented visibility into plant operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and workflow optimization. This operational intelligence helps facilities reduce downtime and maximize throughput.
The modular design enables scalable deployment across multiple facilities, making it particularly attractive for large operators like Veolia with global footprints. Companies can roll out the technology step by step while measuring ROI at each location.
Future-Proofing Operations Against Regulatory Pressures
As regulatory pressures increase globally, recycling facilities must adapt to meet stricter quality standards and recovery targets. EverestLabs’ AI technology positions operators to exceed requirements while maintaining profitable operations.
The partnership shows how established industry leaders can use breakthrough technology to maintain competitive advantages. This collaboration model will likely influence similar alliances across the waste management sector.
The success of the Perth deployment proves the scalability of AI-driven recycling solutions in diverse markets. As material recovery becomes increasingly critical to global sustainability goals, technologies that improve efficiency and quality will command premium valuations.
This transformation represents a fundamental shift from labour-intensive manual processes to data-driven automated systems that deliver superior results across the recycling industry.
