Pinkenba is emerging as a key player in Brisbane’s innovation scene, with Rino Recycling leading sustainable waste management and promoting circular economy practices.
Brisbane’s Innovation Drive
The “Alive with Opportunity” campaign highlights Brisbane as a hub for innovation, attracting business leaders and investors. The city’s knowledge corridor features advancements like needle-free vaccine technology from Vaxxas. It also includes Hypersonix Launch Systems’s sustainable aviation.
The Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) reports over 140 innovation hubs in the city, marking Australia’s highest per capita density. This focus on innovation supports Brisbane’s goal to grow its economy by 68% to $275 billion by 2041.
Rino Recycling: A Leader in Sustainability
Rino Recycling, established in 2021 through Queensland Recycling Technologies (a joint venture between Alceon Qld and DCP), acquired recycling assets from a company in Eagle Farm. It has transformed its Pinkenba facilities into an automated recycling and resource recovery plant. Partnering with Turmec and CDE, the facility processes wet and dry waste at 475 tonnes per hour, or 1.5 million tonnes annually.
Driving the Circular Economy
Rino diverts over 95% of waste from landfills. The company produces aggregates, road base, soil, and sand to support sustainable construction. Located near Brisbane’s CBD and transport routes, it is a strategic waste management hub. Rino’s product range, including Road Base CBR80 and various aggregates, meets Australian standards. Rino is focused on promoting greener infrastructure.
Investment and Growth
In April 2023, the Clean Energy Finance Corporation committed $75 million to boost Rino’s capabilities. This investment supports Rino’s five-year plan to expand infrastructure, improve product quality, and reduce landfill waste.
Supporting a Greener Brisbane
Rino Recycling’s initiatives align with Brisbane’s goal of becoming an economic and environmental leader. By advancing sustainable waste management from Pinkenba, Rino supports the city’s economic growth and commitment to innovation.
Published 8-Apr-2025
