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LIVIUM LTD SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2025 1
Message from our Managing Director and CEO 02
About Livium 03
FY25 Highlights 04
Our Sustainability Approach 05
Governance, Ethics and Compliance 08
People and Culture 11
Strategy 13
Risk Management 24
Opportunities, Innovation, R&D and Technology Pathways 25
Consolidated Metrics and Targets Tables 29
Disclosure Reference Table 30
Contents
Dismantled lithium-ion battery packs, ready for processing.
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Message from our
Managing Director and CEO
Sustainability is central to our strategy, and FY25 marked a defining year
for Livium as we strengthened our position within Australia’s circular
material recovery ecosystem.
Through our recycling business, Envirostream, we strengthened our ability
to recover critical materials essential for the clean energy transition and
demonstrated the resilience and scalability of our operating model. During the
year, Envirostream continued to lead Australia’s lithium-ion battery recycling
sector, processing increasing volumes of large format lithium-ion batteries
and delivering improved commercial outcomes underpinned by operational
efficiencies and higher value recovery streams.
Envirostream has built a reputation as a Tier 1 battery recycler, and we continue
to support customers seeking ethical and safe battery recycling services. We
operate in a developing industry where end-of-life batteries may be landfilled or
exported. We continue to work with state and federal policymakers to strengthen
governance in these areas, reduce environmental harm, and ensure adherence
to the Basel Convention, a global treaty that controls the international movement
of hazardous waste.
Building on our FY25 performance, Livium has expanded its recycling focus
beyond batteries to address the recovery of other materials. We are now
progressing PV-module recycling, rare earth element recovery, and black mass
processing through collaborations with leading technology partners. These steps
reinforce our commitment to responsible material recovery and our ambition to
support domestic supply chain resilience.
We also made progress across our technology-development verticals. Livium’s
subsidiary, VSPC, is developing next generation lithium ferro phosphate (LFP)
cathode materials and secured a grant of up to A$30m from the Australian
Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). Lithium extraction technology, LieNA®,
completed the majority of its development activities, and subsequent to FY25,
a 50:50 joint venture with Mineral Resources was formed.
As we mature our ASRS-aligned climate and sustainability reporting, we remain
committed to transparency, responsible electrification, and the safe, compliant
and efficient recovery of critical materials for Australia’s clean energy future.
I would like to thank our key stakeholders for their continued support.
Together, we are building a company positioned to play a meaningful role
in the energy transition - delivering both commercial value and positive
environmental outcomes.
Simon Linge
Managing Director & CEO
“We are collaborating
with our stakeholders
to create a company
that delivers both
commercial value and
positive environmental
impact.”
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About Livium
Envirostream, Livium’s wholly owned subsidiary, is Australia’s
market leading lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycler and the
operational foundation of our circular recovery platform.
Envirostream collects, dismantles and pre-processes batteries
from across Australia and continues to scale its capability to
meet rising demand. In addition to LIB recycling, Envirostream
is expanding into closely aligned recycling adjacencies,
including black-mass processing, solar panel (PV) recycling
and rare earth element (REE) recovery. These expansions
are supported by strategic collaborations with Iondrive, the
University of Melbourne and Won Kwang S&T, enabling Livium
to extend its material-recovery expertise across multiple clean
energy waste streams.
Livium also operates a portfolio of innovative technologies
that enable greater material circularity across the clean energy
value chain. Our patented lithium extraction technology,
LieNA®, progressed to a 50:50 Joint Venture (JV) with Mineral
Resources following successful completion of key piloting
milestones. The JV wholly owns the LieNA® technology and
is preparing for future commercial licensing to third parties.
Livium’s subsidiary, VSPC, has developed next generation
lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) cathode material technology
and continues to advance funding pathways for its
Demonstration Plant.
Our operational footprint spans Australia, with Envirostream’s
established processing facilities in Victoria forming the
backbone of Livium’s national collections network. The
Company is progressing the development of a centralised
processing Hub designed to consolidate dismantling, pre-
processing and future recycling verticals into a single, higher
capacity site, while maintaining a distributed collection network
across Australia’s states and territories. This hub and spoke
model consistent with the approach presented in the FY24
Sustainability Report enables efficient national feedstock
capture, safe and compliant transport, and streamlined
downstream processing, ensuring that materials recovered
across Australia can be responsibly reintroduced into the
circular economy.
Together, these capabilities position Livium as a leader in
Australia’s transition to a circular, resource efficient clean energy
system delivering commercial value today while building the
material recovery infrastructure needed for tomorrow.
Livium is building Australia’s platform for circular material recovery - unlocking critical materials from batteries
and clean energy infrastructure to strengthen domestic supply chains and support responsible electrification.
Our strategy is centred on the recovery, refinement and return of essential materials into Australian and global value
chains, supported by a portfolio of operating assets, advanced technologies and long term industry partnerships.
A partially dismantled lithium-ion battery pack with pouch style cells.
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FY25 Highlights
A$4.2m Gross Profit
a 91% increase over FY24
308.51t CO2
Scope 1 & 2
1% higher than FY24
First Nations
Training delivered at Laverton and
Campbellfield, with in person sessions
and facilitated discussions.
823t Lithium-Ion Batteries
Collected
a 1% decrease over FY24
Safety Culture
Developed organisation wide Cardinal Rules, a set of
10 non-negotiable life critical/lifesaving rules.
223kg LFP & LMFP
Produced
a 17% increase over FY24
932t Batteries Diverted
from Landfill
a 40% decrease on FY24
Employee Turnover
12% voluntary turnover
1,209m3
Waste Disposal
a 1% decrease over FY24
42% Female Workforce
a 7% increase on FY24
357t Recovered Anode &
Cathode Material
a 28% decrease over FY24
Health Initiative
All annual health screens have been
conducted across the organisation.
408MWh Electricity
Consumed
5% higher on FY24
3,004kL Water Consumed
a 65% decrease over FY24
1 LTI Lost Time Injury
consistent with FY24
A$6.9m Revenue
a 3% increase over FY24
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Our Sustainability
Approach
Purpose, Values, and Responsible Business
At Livium, our purpose is to enable responsible electrification by building Australia’s
platform for circular material recovery. Across our businesses: Envirostream, VSPC, and
our LieNA® joint venture we remain committed to operating in a way that upholds our
values, strengthens trust with stakeholders, and ensures that sustainability is integrated
into every decision we make. Our commitment is reflected in the way we govern our
operations, engage with our people and communities, and implement the actions
outlined in our ESG Roadmap.
OUR PURPOSE AND SPARCS VALUES
Livium’s SPARCS values were developed through extensive engagement with the
Board, Executive Leadership Team, and employees. These values underpin how we
operate and guide our approach to sustainability, safety, and organisational culture.
SAFETY
We choose safety first,
every time.
PEOPLE
We take a people centred
approach.
ACTIVE
We act in a purposeful way
that involves positive action.
RESPECT
We respect and trust each
other and all have a voice.
CREATIVE
We use technology to
develop innovative solutions
to accelerate global
electrification.
SUSTAINABLE
We each play a role in making
the world a better place.
DECISION MAKING
PRINCIPLES
Livium’s approach to decision
making is rooted in responsible
governance and supported by
policies and frameworks across the
Group. Our principles emphasise:
Ethical and compliant
operations, including
adherence to all applicable
laws and regulations, with
oversight by the Audit and
Risk Committee (ARC).
Transparency, supported
by policies for reporting
bribery, corruption, and
ethical concerns.
Integration of risk
management, ensuring
that safety, environmental
stewardship, social
responsibility, and governance
considerations are embedded
into strategic planning and
operational processes.
Stakeholder informed
perspectives, drawing on input
from employees, customers,
partners, local communities,
and industry associations.
Commitment to continuous
improvement, reflected in
the evolution of our internal
systems, training programs,
policies, and performance
monitoring.
These principles ensure that
decisions across the organisation
reflect our SPARCS values and
support sustainable outcomes
for all stakeholders.
Strengthening ESG governance
including Board ESG literacy, internal reporting through quarterly
ESG reports and integration of ASRS-aligned disclosures.
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Our ESG Roadmap
Livium’s has developed an ESG Roadmap that sets out a phased plan to strengthen sustainability governance, data
capability and operational controls across the Group. Key FY25 focus areas included:
OUR SUSTAINABILITY APPROACH
Enhancing safety and environmental
compliance systems
including emergency response and fire control upgrades.
Improving data availability
for GHG, waste, recovery rates and operational performance.
Progressing responsible material recovery
by expanding into PV recycling, REE extraction and black mass
downstream processing.
Processing at our Campbellfield site produces black mass, which is then shipped to customers.
The Roadmap
will continue to
evolve across
FY26 and FY27
to incorporate
emerging
regulatory
requirements,
scenario analysis
processes, and
medium term
target setting.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Livium drives circular material recovery through strong
stakeholder engagement.
Livium’s ability to deliver responsible material recovery depends on active, transparent and collaborative engagement with the
stakeholders who shape our operating environment. Across recycling operations, technology development programs and joint
ventures, Livium works with OEMs, utilities, regulators, research partners, employees and local communities to keep activities safe,
compliant and aligned with industry needs. These engagement activities provide visibility of performance, strengthen long term
partnerships and support the transition to a more circular and resilient clean energy system.
Stakeholder Purpose for Engagement Method for Engagement
Employees Support and inform employees on safety, wellbeing,
inclusion and workplace expectations.
Induction programs; role specific training; WHS briefings;
diversity and inclusion initiatives; grievance and conduct
policy communication.
Board of Directors Monitor and oversee operational, ESG and
governance performance.
Scheduled Board and committee meetings; quarterly ESG and
operational reports; risk and compliance updates.
OEMs and
Energy‑Sector
operators
Coordinate and collaborate on safe end-of-life
battery collection, discharge and pre-processing.
Long term commercial agreements; operational working
groups; regular performance and safety reviews.
Regulators
and Government
Comply and consult to maintain licences, meet
regulatory obligations, and progress approvals.
Compliance reporting; formal submissions; site inspections;
project specific discussions.
Research and
Technology Partners
Collaborate and co-develop advanced material
recovery and processing technologies.
Technical workshops; pilot programs; joint engineering studies;
R&D collaboration frameworks.
Investors, Customers
and Partners
Inform and engage on performance, technology
milestones, and future priorities.
Quarterly reporting; operational and ESG updates; site tours;
formal feedback channels.
Local Communities Consult and inform on safety, environmental
impact, and local opportunities.
Community and council briefings; site visits; partner forums;
feedback and enquiry channels including Fire Rescue Victoria.
OUR SUSTAINABILITY APPROACH
Voluntary Alignment with
Reporting Standards
Livium is in the process of transitioning its sustainability
and climate related reporting to align with the Australian
Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS). This year’s
report serves as a transitional disclosure, reflecting
our early adoption approach and our commitment to
progressively enhancing the quality, completeness,
and comparability of our sustainability information.
As part of this transition, Livium is evolving its approach to
materiality assessment to meet ASRS S1 and S2 requirements,
including strengthening our processes for identifying and
evaluating sustainability related risks and opportunities
across our value chain.
While this report incorporates elements of the new standards
including climate related governance, strategy, risks and
opportunities, and metrics - we acknowledge that some
disclosures remain in development and will be expanded in
future reporting cycles.
In preparing this report, Livium has also considered the
relationship between sustainability related disclosures and
our broader corporate reporting suite, including the Annual
Report and financial statements. The Audit & Risk Committee
oversees sustainability related governance, emerging risks, and
alignment between financial and non-financial reporting.
As our ASRS implementation progresses, we expect these
disclosures to increasingly integrate with financial reporting
processes to support consistent, accurate and decision useful
information across all statutory reporting obligations.
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Governance, Ethics
and Compliance
Corporate Governance
BOARD STRUCTURE
Livium’s Board comprises an Executive Director (Managing
Director/CEO) and independent Non‑Executive Directors
whose combined experience covers governance, finance,
risk management and operational leadership. The Managing
Director/CEO provides operational leadership, while the
Non‑Executive Directors contribute independent judgement
and oversight of strategic matters, ensuring that Board
deliberations reflect a balanced, diverse, and relevant mix
of skills.
AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE (ARC)
The ARC oversees the effectiveness of Livium’s risk
management framework, financial reporting processes and
internal controls. The Committee provides additional scrutiny of
accounting policies, external audit findings and key assurance
activities, supporting the Board’s overall oversight of the
Company’s control environment.
NOMINATION & REMUNERATION
COMMITTEE (RNC)
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee oversees
director and senior leadership appointments, succession
planning and remuneration policies, while maintaining a focus
on diversity, capability development and sound governance
processes. Through this work, the Committee helps ensure
Livium has the leadership capacity and incentives needed
to deliver its strategy.
DELEGATIONS & MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Board retains responsibility for strategy, major transactions
and overall financial governance, while delegating authority
to the Managing Director/CEO and senior leadership team to
manage day‑to‑day operations in line with Board approved
policies and the Company’s Risk Management Framework.
Management is accountable for operational performance,
compliance with regulatory obligations and the timely
escalation of material matters to the Board and its committees.
INDEPENDENCE
Livium is committed to a governance structure that supports
independent oversight, including the appointment of
independent Non‑Executive Directors who chair and
participate in both standing committees. Where temporary
changes to Board composition occurred during FY25, these
were disclosed in accordance with governance requirements,
and committee membership was updated to restore full
independence once director appointments were finalised.
Sustainability and Climate Related
Risk & Opportunity Governance
BOARD OVERSIGHT
The Board is responsible for overseeing Livium’s management
of sustainability related matters. These responsibilities
are exercised through standing agenda items at Board
meetings and are supported by the ARC, which oversees the
effectiveness of Livium’s risk management framework, internal
controls, and compliance approach.
The Board reviews sustainability and ESG matters on a regular
basis, including quarterly sustainability reports that cover safety
performance, environmental indicators, climate impacts, and
progress against strategic projects. The Board receives updates
on material incident investigations, environmental compliance,
and emerging sustainability risks.
MANAGEMENT’S ROLE
Management is responsible for identifying, assessing and
managing climate related and other sustainability risks, and
for implementing the strategies and controls approved by the
Board. Key responsibilities include:
MD/CEO – accountable for delivery of Livium’s clean
energy waste recycling strategy and its integration into
business planning.
CFO – responsible for incorporating sustainability risks into
financial planning, budgeting and scenario considerations,
and overseeing financial and non-financial reporting,
including ESG disclosures.
COO – responsible for safety performance, operational
oversight, process controls, critical risk management,
incident preparedness, environmental compliance and
energy management.
Responsibility for technology scale up and management of
partner led commercialisation projects is shared between
the three above roles.
COMPETENCE AND SKILLS
Livium continues to strengthen Board and management
capability in sustainability related governance. Progress to date
includes ESG training sessions, use of external subject matter
experts, and targeted skills development in climate transition,
environmental regulation, and sustainability strategy.
Livium’s ESG Roadmap includes further enhancements to
Board ESG literacy, in line with medium term governance
objectives.
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Compliance Framework
Livium’s compliance framework is built around a disciplined
approach to safety, environmental management, licensing
obligations and product stewardship across all operations. As
the business expands into new recycling verticals and grows
its national footprint, maintaining rigorous compliance systems
remains central to how we protect people, communities and the
environment. Our framework ensures that operational activities
are carried out within the conditions of our regulatory approvals
and that we meet the expectations of customers, regulators and
industry partners.
SAFETY
Safety is foundational to Livium’s operating model and
compliance approach. The Company maintains formal health
and safety policies supported by site specific induction
programs, documented procedures, and operational controls.
Regular risk assessments, incident reporting and critical-risk
reviews help ensure that hazards are identified, managed and
escalated where required. The Safety & Environment Council
(S&EC) provides governance oversight of health, safety and
environmental performance, ensuring policies remain up to
date and aligned with operational needs.
GOVERNANCE, ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE
ENVIRONMENT
Livium’s environmental compliance obligations are managed
through documented environmental policies and site level
controls. Envirostream’s licensed operations in Victoria
continue to operate under strict environmental requirements,
supported by improvements such as stormwater management
upgrades and systems designed to reduce environmental risks.
Environmental aspects are incorporated into the Company’s
corporate risk register and monitored through internal
processes and Board oversight, with environmental compliance
and incident status reported regularly.
LICENSING
Operational licensing remains a key element of Livium’s
compliance framework. Envirostream holds the necessary
licences to collect, transport and process end-of-life batteries at
its Victorian facilities and operates within the conditions set by
relevant regulatory agencies. Ongoing compliance is supported
through internal audits, regular reporting and continuous
monitoring of licence conditions, ensuring operations remain
fully aligned with statutory requirements.
Hon Ed Husic MPvisited MD/CEO, Simon Linge, and the VSPC team in Wacol, Queensland, to understand how lithium ferro phosphate is produced.
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GOVERNANCE, ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE
PERMITS
Livium’s activities require a range of operational permits,
including approvals for handling regulated waste materials,
managing storage areas, operating recycling equipment and
complying with state based environmental frameworks. The
Company maintains a commitment to meeting all conditions
attached to these permits and integrates them into operational
procedures to ensure regulatory obligations are met as part of
everyday site practice.
PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP
Envirostream actively participates in B-cycle, Australia’s
ACCC accredited battery product stewardship scheme. As an
accredited partner, Envirostream meets stringent requirements
for the collection, transport and recycling of household and
commercial batteries. Participation in B-cycle strengthens
Livium’s compliance position by providing traceability across
battery flows, enhancing safety standards and supporting
responsible recycling outcomes consistent with national
product stewardship expectations.
Data & Cyber Security
Livium recognises the importance of maintaining robust
data and cyber security practices to protect the integrity of
our systems, safeguard confidential information, and ensure
operational continuity across the Group. As our operations
expand and our digital systems mature, we continue to
strengthen the governance structures, internal controls and
risk-management processes that support effective oversight
of data protection and cyber resilience.
CONTROLS
Livium’s data and cyber security controls operate within
the Company’s broader risk management and governance
framework. The Board, through the ARC, oversees risks
associated with information management and internal systems.
Management is responsible for implementing appropriate
controls consistent with Livium’s Risk Management Framework,
including policies that govern access, confidentiality and
responsible handling of Company information.
MONITORING
Monitoring of information system risks is incorporated into
Livium’s annual critical risk review, which includes IT-related
risks alongside operational, environmental and compliance
categories. These reviews help identify emerging threats and
confirm the effectiveness of existing controls. Monitoring
outcomes are reported to the ARC as part of regular
compliance and risk governance updates.
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Livium maintains internal processes for escalating and
responding to incidents that may affect data integrity, system
availability or information security. Incident management
responsibilities sit with management, with material issues
escalated to the ARC where required. Livium continues to
mature its processes to ensure timely response, documentation
and corrective actions in alignment with the Company’s risk
governance expectations.
All types of batteries are received at our
Laverton North site including power tools.
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People & Culture
Workforce
Livium’s workforce plays a central role in delivering our
operational, technology development and sustainability
objectives. As our national footprint expands, we continue to
strengthen our people systems, training programs and diversity
initiatives to ensure we attract, retain and develop a capable
and engaged team.
HEADCOUNT
Livium’s workforce comprises employees across operational,
technical, engineering, and corporate functions supporting
Envirostream, VSPC and the LieNA® joint venture. During the
reporting period, the Company maintained a multi-skilled
team operating across battery collection, recycling operations,
engineering development and corporate support roles.
DIVERSITY
Livium continues to strengthen diversity and inclusion across its
workforce, consistentwith commitments outlined in the Company’s
governance and people frameworks. Diversity indicators including
gender representation across management and operational roles,
role types and employment categories are monitored to support
more inclusive recruitment and development practices. Formal
policies relating to diversity, equal opportunity, anti-harassment
and grievance management guide Livium’s expectations for a
respectful and safe workplace environment.
The Company has set measurable objectives for achieving gender
diversity in the composition of its Board, senior executives and
workforce generally.
PEOPLE & CULTURE
Level FY25 Metric FY25 Target
Board 25% 25%
Senior
Management
33% 25%
Organisation 42% 25%
Envirostream employees enjoy some team building activities at the Laverton North facility, Victoria.
Total Group Employees at 30 June 2025
Headcount FY24 FY25
Total Group Employees 62 50
Envirostream Employees 36 29
VSPC Employees 6 7
Corporate (Livium) Employees 18 14
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TRAINING
Training remains an important component of Livium’s people
development framework. Site specific induction programs
support safe and compliant operations across all Envirostream
facilities, while role based training is provided for equipment
use, dangerous goods handling, environmental compliance
and safety protocols. Corporate employees participate in
skills development aligned with Livium’s operational, ESG and
governance needs, including training related to safety, risk
management and internal policy requirements.
At Livium’s recycling operations of Laverton North and
Campbellfield, the percentage of personnel who were either in
training or had completed all their mandatory training was 91%
and 73% respectively.
PEOPLE & CULTURE
Safety Culture
SAFETY LEADERSHIP
Livium’s approach to safety is supported by site level leadership,
with managers and supervisors responsible for reinforcing
safety expectations and ensuring that key messages are
consistently communicated across operational teams.
Leadership involvement helps maintain a shared understanding
of safety requirements and supports a proactive safety culture
across Livium’s sites.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
Employee involvement is central to strengthening Livium’s
safety culture. Regular engagement activities such as toolbox
meetings, team briefings and informal safety discussions
encourage open dialogue about risk awareness and
continuous improvement. These interactions help embed
shared responsibility for maintaining a safe workplace across
the organisation.
FIRST RESPONDERS
Formal emergency management structures are in place,
including Crisis Management, Emergency Management
and Emergency Response Teams, supported by regular
safety, first aid and emergency preparedness training
across operational sites.
ONBOARDING IMPROVEMENTS
Onboarding processes were enhanced during the year to
improve early understanding of safety expectations and
site requirements. Updated induction materials and clearer
guidance help new employees develop hazard awareness
from the outset and support their integration into Livium’s
safety culture.
Community
LOCAL ENGAGEMENT
Livium maintains ongoing engagement with the local
communities surrounding its operational sites, with a
particular focus on transparency, safety and responsible
operations. Envirostream’s Victorian facilities continue
to operate within established regulatory requirements,
supported by communication with local stakeholders as
part of environmental and safety obligations. Community
considerations are integrated into operational planning,
including site access, traffic management and waste
handling activities.
NEIGHBOURING BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
Neighbouring businesses are engaged as part of day-to-day
operational coordination, including communication on site
activities, deliveries, material handling and relevant operational
changes. These interactions support positive relationships with
nearby commercial operators and help ensure safe and efficient
site operations.
PUBLIC SAFETY AND EMERGENCY
COORDINATION
Public safety remains a core focus for Livium’s operational
sites, supported by documented emergency management
processes and ongoing coordination with relevant emergency
services. Envirostream’s licensed facilities maintain trained
first responders and site procedures designed to manage fire
risks and hazardous-material handling, which are aligned with
regulatory expectations. Site improvements, such as enhanced
battery storage controls and facility upgrades, contribute to
safer operations and better alignment with external emergency
response frameworks.
Training Status:
LAVERTON
6%
3%
11%
80%
Not Completed
Expired
Due to Expire
In Training
Completed
Training Status:
CAMPBELLFIELD
Not Completed
Expired
Due to Expire
In Training
Completed
71%
21%
6%
2%
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