Unrivalled Recycling and Smelting Innovation Since 1927

World-class metal services, refined over four generations of family ownership.
An unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability, first time - every time.

Ingot Manufacturing, Metal Trading and Subsea SURF recycling

World-class leader in the production of the highest-quality ingots and sticks, experts in metal trading and subsea SURF recycling.
What services do you require, and how can we support you to ensure your success?

Metal Smelting

Manufactured to international standards or customised to your exact specifications, we are here to meet and exceed your needs.

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Scrap Metal Recycling

Get the most value for your scrap with competitive pricing, made possible by our specialist expertise, technical innovation and efficiency.

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Demolition and Decommissioning Projects

Do you have a complex, technical demolition project? Our team of experienced engineers and specialised equipment will ensure your project is completed successfully. We prioritise safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility to not only meet but exceed your expectations.

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Our Laboratory Services

Our fully accredited metallurgy laboratory, fully accredited to both IANZ and ISO 17025, offers a wide range of services. However, if your project presents unique challenges and requires innovative thinking, please let us know. We would be delighted to collaborate with you to develop a custom test or solution tailored to your requirements.

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Subsea SURF Recycling

Hayes Recycling is leading the way in tackling the complex challenge of recycling Subsea Umbilicals, Risers, and Flowlines (SURF).
Based in Western Australia, our facility is the world’s first purpose-built, high-throughput SURF recycling operation.

Our semi-automated plant has been specifically engineered to process all SURF configurations, including umbilicals, risers, and flowline.
The process minimises manual handling, maximises the recovery of valuable metals and polymers, and delivers a safe, sustainable solution tailored to the oil and gas sector.

With recovery rates of over 95%, our process significantly reduces landfill volumes and environmental impact. The recovered materials are then reintegrated directly into manufacturing supply chains, supporting a circular economy and reducing reliance on virgin resources.

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Experts in handling your metal recycling, supply of speciality ingots and large scale of demolition projects.

From recycling metal with precision and ingenuity, to crafting top-tier specialty ingots, to tackling your large-scale demolitions head-on - we've got it covered. At Hayes Metals, we don't just get the job done; we set the standard and exceed your expectations.

Highest Quality Ingots, Innovative Metal Recycling and Demolition

No matter the application - whether you're manufacturing precision components or specialist parts for marine vessels, you can rely on us to deliver exceptional performance. We understand that consistency and quality are key requirements for the alloys used in your products.

Our metals are sourced from sustainably recycled metals, whether from complex demolition jobs, remote environmentally and culturally sensitive areas, or industrial and trade scrap. We are committed to providing high-quality, eco-friendly metals for all your needs

We’re a family-owned business which is almost 100 years old, operating over four generations. We have a strong history of innovation and developing world-leading technologies. This is why we’re recognized as globally one of the top 50 most innovative metal recyclers.

About us

Our Global Impact

99%

% of scrap (green) metal used in the production of new ingots

14,900

Tonnes of CO₂ equivalent (CO₂e) saved in 2024 by Hayes Metals

1927

Almost 100 years of family ownership across four generations

9,600

Annual production capacity (metric tonnes)

21+

Hayes serves clients globally in over 21 countries

Who We Are

Our History

Hayes Metals is a family business with four generations and almost a century of market-leading recycling services. You can be sure that our generational experience and expertise will be there to support you every step of the way. We build relationships to last the generations and want to support you for the long term.

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Vision and Values

Our vision is to be a leader in developing innovative recycling solutions and alloys.
We want to deliver more to our customers and the environment through our metal and polymer recycling and by creating highly fit-for-purpose, certified alloys and polymer pellets to industry.

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The Environment

Environmental sustainability underpins all our operations. We have a strong focus on innovating new ways to recycle material. We are the oldest metals recycling company in New Zealand. We enjoy looking at difficult projects where the products are not easily recyclable, then working with the client to develop a recycling solution, diverting it from landfill.

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