Recircle Wins Top Prize at HLB LaunchPad 2024!

We did it! Recircle has emerged as the Champion of HLB LaunchPad 2024, winning First Prize and taking home RM30,000!

Recircle is proud to have been selected as one of the finalists for the 6th HLB LaunchPad program—an innovation platform by Hong Leong Bank aimed at empowering startups that are building solutions for a better, more sustainable tomorrow. This year’s theme focused on "Circular Economy Solutions for a More Sustainable Future", and we are honored to have stood out among so many incredible startups making a real impact in the ESG space.

Over the past 10 weeks of the pilot programme, the business units we collaborated with—HLB Group Sustainability & Group Operations—have been a tremendous source of support, offering guidance to ensure our success. Although challenges arose, we were able to push through thanks to effective teamwork and communication.

A huge thank you to the HLB LaunchPad team for their dedication to making this program a success. Your coordination

“This is not just a moment, but a milestone. We’re beyond grateful for the opportunity, the recognition, and the belief that HLB and our partners have placed in us,” said the Recircle Co-Founder, Lee Hillton.

The results of the pilot projects were clear: innovation and collaboration can spark real environmental change. Recircle’s solution demonstrated strong potential for both scaling and impact, especially in helping businesses and individuals participate in the circular economy more easily and effectively.