Top Recycling Companies in Australia

The recycling industry plays an important role in the Australian economy. The industry has experienced steady growth in recent years, with a 3.8% increase in revenue from 2021 to 2022. In 2022, the industry generated approximately AUD 11 billion in revenue, employing approximately 50,000 people, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This article explores the factors contributing to the industry's growth, key statistics, trends, challenges, and future outlook.

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BINGO INDUSTRIES419 +61 1300 032 747
enquiries@bingoindustries.com.au

BINGO is a leading recycling and waste management company providing services across NSW and VIC. We recover millions of tonnes of materials each year, manufacture recycled product to support a circular economy and prevent waste from ending up in landfill. BINGO is pushing new ground to help businesses and communities work towards a Waste Free Australia.

BIC SERVICES172 +61 2 9808 4900
yourteam@bic-services.com.au

BIC is an Australian commercial and industrial cleaning company dedicated to providing high quality, cost efficient cleaning and support services. Since 1989, we’ve been partnering with some of Australia’s largest property owners, occupiers and investors to deliver personalised, integrated cleaning, hygiene, waste and recycling services to their prestige properties and tenants. Building strong and lasting connections with our clients is what we’re known for. We directly employ over 2,000 permanent full and part time cleaners, supervisors and support team. Our own BIC Training Academy, and our partnership with quality training providers, trains and develops people at all levels to work safely, deliver quality services and grow their cleaning skills and experience. Our ongoing support of people has rewarded us with one of the best retention rates in the commercial cleaning industry, and allowed us to claim what we genuinely think are the best cleaners in the business. Cleaning is th…

GREENBOX GROUP PTY LTD80 +61 1300 201 010
marketing@greenbox.com.au

Greenbox is a privately-owned IT asset lifecycle management company, with high-security facilities in Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Auckland. We provide end-to-end services across the technology lifecycle, including pre-deployment, connected configuration, deployment, asset recovery and data security. • Pre-deployment / Remote Configuration • Delivery / Managed Deployment / Installation • Hosting • Moves / Additions / Changes • Warranty / Out of Warranty Repairs • Asset Management and Rationalistion • Ongoing Data Security • Asset Recovery • Data Sanitsation and Destruction • Disposal (Recycle / Reuse / Remarket / Environmental) We have proven experience in Australia’s largest, most complex projects with the highest of security requirements. We are currently working on Australia’s largest IT disposal project, which includes data wiping for 100,000+ IT assets. We have robust governance in place, starting with our board and ending on the warehouse floor. Our people and ou…

CONSILLION AUSTRALIA67 +65 9635 6263
helpdeskuk@consillion.com

Consillion is a global and independent provider of cash management solutions designed to help businesses minimise costs and eliminate inefficiencies around cash. We supply a broad range of fit-for-purpose cash automation solutions either sourced by leading technology partners or designed and manufactured at our dedicated production facility in the UK. We offer a complete portfolio including self-service devices, smart safes, back office and front of store recycling systems, cash counters and sorters, and software solutions to businesses across banking, retail, hospitality, gaming, and cash in transit around the world. Our independence, experience and customer-focus are the three main drivers of our success; we don’t find customers for our solutions, we find solutions for our customers. Once we understand our customers’ specific needs, we leverage our key global strategic partnerships and in-house R&D department to find or create the perfect solution for any application. Consillio…

MOITS104 +61 2 8026 1700
info@moits.com.au

N Moit & Sons have been operating in Sydney for over 35 years. Established by the Moit brothers in 1983, it is one of the leading Demolition, Shoring, Excavation and Civil Works companies in the Greater Sydney Region. Moits are capable of undertaking challenging large-scale demolition & earthworks projects with the highest standards of safety and professionalism to deliver exceptional results. For more information about our services visit: www.moits.com.au. Our Clarendon based waste material recycling facility Rock and Dirt is also licensed by the EPA to receive demolished bricks, concrete & general solid waste materials. Rock and Dirt produce recycled aggregate products such as road base from these materials that would otherwise end up in a waste tipping facility.

JR RICHARDS & SONS109 +61 2 6555 7007
info@jrrichards.com.au

Established 1958 in Tuncurry NSW. JR Richards & Sons is a privately owned Australian company operating widely throughout New South Wales. The company currently contracts to over twenty different Councils, serving large regional centres such as Taree, Port Macquarie, Grafton, Parkes, Dubbo and Orange. Overall the Company employs over 300 people with a fleet in excess of 250 heavy vehicles used in operations. In addition to Waste Management, JR Richards and Sons have been to the forefront of engineering and design within the industry. A large engineering division is owned and operated at Tuncurry, manufacturing a wide range of compaction equipment in conjunction with JJ Richards. We are also prominent in diverting waste from landfill. Our current recycling operations include kerbside collection services for over 25 Councils with six purpose built Material Recovery Facilities processing over 70,000 tonnes annually. Organics collection and reprocessing to produce mulch and compost pr…

SHRED-X SECURE DESTRUCTION85 +61 1300 747 339
info@shred-x.com.au

Since 2001 Shred-X Secure Destruction has been the industry leader in secure destruction solutions. Shred-X provide customised secure destruction, recycling and repurposing solutions to thousands of small and large organisations and government agencies across Australia. Shred-X is the only Australian secure destruction company with 9 NAID AAA certified sites and a company-owned destruction facility in every State and Territory of Australia ensuring a complete chain of custody. Shred-X solutions include: • Secure Document Destruction: onsite & facility-based • Archive Box Removal, Office Cleanouts & Relocation Destruction Needs • Complete ITAD management solutions (onsite & facility-based) including: Decommissioning Hard Drive Physical Destruction, Degaussing & Sanitisation Portable media destruction • e-Waste Recycling & Repurposing • Product and textile destruction and recycling • Paper Recycling & Printer Business Solutions The Shred-X advantage is clear; Shred-X offer a…

ORORA1,599 +61 1300 363 992
privacy@ororagroup.com

At Orora, we believe packaging touches lives. Together, we deliver on the promise of whats inside. With 22 manufacturing plants and 74 distribution centres across seven countries and 3,700 team members, we supply packaging products and services to the grocery, fast moving consumer goods and industrial markets. Orora works closely with its customers to provide an extensive range of tailored packaging solutions. This includes the design and manufacture of packaging products such as glass bottles, beverage cans, corrugated boxes, cartons, and point-of-purchase displays. We also offer broad end-to-end packaging solutions, including global product sourcing, distribution, design, printing and warehousing optimisation. Every day, millions of consumers buy and use goods in packaging proudly designed, developed, produced or supplied by Orora. Ororas Innovation & Design team combine brand and design knowledge with manufacturing intelligence. This approach to innovation ensures Orora produce…

TABLELANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL116 +61 1300 362 242
disastermanagement@trc.qld.gov.au

The Tablelands region in Far North Queensland is diverse and beautiful. Perfectly positioned with an elevation that provides abundant water, a unique environment, proximity to Cairns, a skilled workforce and road transport linkages. Natural assets include unique landscapes such as world heritage rainforests and crater lakes, expansive savannahs and wetlands, and a variety of rural and agricultural farming. Development and investment opportunities abound in adventure and tourism, aged housing, care and related services, agriculture and processing, arts, heritage, culture, green energy, manufacturing and mining, retail, professional services, training, research, tropical enterprise and innovation. The Tablelands region offers a relaxed lifestyle with the advantage of a major city and international airport one hour away by road. Atherton is the regional centre with smaller towns and villages including Malanda, Herberton, Ravenshoe, Mt Garnet,, Millaa Millaa, Tolga, Walkamin and Yunga…

EGANS ASSET MANAGEMENT PTY LTD41 +61 1300 298 578
info@egans.com.au

Established in 1996 Egans provides specialized commercial removal and managed storage services to business across Australia. Incorporating our Wise Office Furniture program Egans provides best practice outcomes for the resale and disposal of commercial grade workstations and office furniture. Egans now operate on a national basis providing our full suite of services to corporate and government organisations. Guided by our motto “a shift in thinking” Egans have developed industry best practice solutions in all areas of our business. A focus on tailored solutions allows us to develop long-term relationships with our clients, assisting with day-to-day needs as well as planning and executing some of the largest projects in the industry. Egans is a professional corporate relocation company and the largest distributor of second hand workstations and office furniture in Australia. Our key services include relocations, auctions, storage, recycling and the reuse/resale of workstations an…

RANGEDALE GROUP OF COMPANIES79 +61 1300 669 610
info@rangedale.com.au

Proudly Australian, family owned and run, Rangedale prides itself on being an industry leader offering innovative turnkey drainage and infrastructure solutions. With over 400 personnel, 250 vehicles in our fleet, our industry knowledge, technology and expertise, we are well equipped to deliver projects of any size across a variable range of clientele. We strive to deliver a high quality service, be reliable and prompt, with safety as our priority on every project.

BENEDICT GROUP61 +61 2 9986 3500
sales@benedict.com.au

SYDNEY’S FIRST CHOICE FOR NATURAL AND RECYCLED PRODUCTS Established in 1966, this Australian family owned and operated company has grown from being a haulage contractor to the largest producer and reseller of quarried, recycled and landscape products in NSW. Benedict’s mission is to offer our customers convenient, cost-effective products and services, while preserving the environment for future generations. Proudly Benedict is still growing today, helping to meet Greater Sydney with its civil, construction, landscaping and waste recycling needs. At Benedict we are committed to great customer service. To achieve this we focus on our customers, strive to understand their needs, providing outstanding technical knowledge, vast product range and genuine customer service.

MOBO GROUP53 +61 8 8130 1800
enquiries@mobogroup.com.au

Mobo Group was formed from the merger of two successful disability enterprises, Hands On SA (HOSA) and Finding Workable Solutions (FWS). Prior to the merge the HOSA brand had 55 years of history and the FWS brand had 28 years. Established in 1963, Mobo Group is a South Australian not-for-profit disability enterprise providing employment for people living with a disability and related support services. We provide jobs for more than 200 supported employees across 12 sites in the metropolitan and regional areas. Mobo Group is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality products and services that add value to its customers. We strongly believe it’s important to listen to our customers so we can properly understand their needs and work as hard as we can to provide the most desirable solution.

STORNOWAY65 +61 1800 575 085
corporate@stornoway.com.au

Celebrating over 40 years in business.... Stornoway has been part of the Australian business community for over 40 years. We deliver infrastructure services nationally and internationally to local council, state government, business and the resources sectors. • Asset management and road maintenance services • Design, build, operate & maintain water and wastewater treatment systems • Traffic Management • Technical services - electrical, plumbing and mechanical • Water and Sewer Connections • Track construction and maintenance • Vegetation Management - horticulture and arboriculture services Much of Stornoways history is built around roads, from 1983 with a major upgrade to a Tasmanian highway. We now offer long term maintenance solutions to the State Government and other clients in Tasmania. Our road operations team works 24/7 to ensure we help our customers spend money where and when its needed to meet their asset management objectives. We ensure Tasmanians have safe and effective …

NUGROW20 +61 1300 684 769
hello@nugrow.com.au

NuGrow is one of Australia’s leading full service recycling and rehabilitation innovators. With services spanning waste transport and recycling, compost and soil supply, and land rehabilitation, we are advancing a sustainable approach to waste and land management. Our innovative, proven methodology closes the loop between waste disposal and reuse in pursuit of our vision for healthier environments, supporting healthier communities, globally. Leveraging our 15-year history, we work with the agriculture, government, infrastructure and resources sectors to unlock hidden value for communities. Our mission is to: • Divert more waste from landfill, finding beneficial new uses for waste streams • Create better resources through recycling, taking a whole-of-life approach • Improve soil health via rehabilitation, tailoring services to each environment. We have four state-of-the-art recycling facilities in Queensland and are actively developing opportunities for more facilities across Australi…

CORPS GROUP40 +61 8 9185 6451
tender@corps.com.au

Corps is a family owned and operated company offering total solutions in engineering, earthworks, roadworks, civil construction and cartage. We operate out of four hubs - Karratha, Broome, Port Hedland and Perth . We are technology, sustainability and efficiency specialists, driven to build the world better. With the use of sustainable innovations and the most technologically advanced equipment, we are able to deliver quality results, maintain efficient schedules, and find cost-effective solutions for all projects. With our sister companies Karratha Asphalt, Karratha Environmental Crushing, Bitumen Sealing Services and Hedland Asphalt, we are uniquely placed to provide fully integrated solutions to businesses and industries in the North West of Western Australia. We are the market leader in providing environmentally sustainable products to the North West, including recycled concrete road base asphalt products, crushed and recycled glass products, and recycled asphalt products. We …

DEMEX73 +61 1300 634 777
info@demex.com.au

DEMEX specialises in demolition, excavation, soft stripping, site remediation and asbestos removal. Our highly skilled team is equipped with the knowledge, expertise and modern equipment to deliver fast solutions to domestic, commercial and industrial clients. Demexs team of professionals are dedicated to providing an efficient, safe, cost-effective, and high quality service. As a family owned and operated company, our traditional values and focus on forming close client relationships lie at the heart of the business and are reflected throughout everything we do. While the project delivery environment is highly dynamic, our approach to delivering is methodical, solution-driven and focused on the detail. Our work lends itself to unexpected challenges. Addressing those challenges within the framework of a project budget and schedule requires the capacity to innovate, adapt and overcome. That’s where we excel. We rely on strong systems that work, our skilled team, and the right attitud…

WASTEFLEX39 +61 1300 927 833
customerservice@wasteflex.com.au

Australia’s fastest growing industry expert waste management company. Wasteflex offer complete waste management solutions to multi-site national businesses. Wasteflex are different to your current waste provider, because we do not own or operate our own waste collection or disposal facilities. Instead, we act like an extension of our clients’ team, by understanding your businesses complete waste management needs, and creating and managing a consolidated, multi-supplier solution across the best in market providers. This typically means we put in place multiple suppliers, who look after different types of waste or different sites, however the management of all of these suppliers is done on your behalf by Wasteflex. You get the benefit of our extensive buying power across our contractor network, ensuring you get best in market rates, as we find the optimal and most cost-effective mix of specialists for each of your individual waste needs. Whilst you have multiple suppliers collectin…

ALL RUBBER44 +61 420 961 977
6106info@allrubber.com.au

All Rubber was originally a family-owned business founded by Olivio and Maria D’Angelo in 1971 in Western Australia. It was initially involved in the transport industry before focusing exclusively on rubber in the 1980s. Following a period of growth, the company acquired Wesbelt Pty Ltd in Western Australia in 2003 and East Coast Rubber in Queensland the following year. The organisation then merged with TMH Pty Ltd in 2018 and is now jointly owned by Robin Rindel (previous owner of TMH) and Stephen D’Angelo (Olivio and Maria’s son). The company merged again in 2021 with Pro Rubber to further strengthen and increase their rubber lining capacity in WA and now have over 25 rubber liners servicing clients. New offices were also set up in 2021 in Geraldton and Kalgoorlie in order to better service and access their clients across regional Western Australia. All Rubber is now a leading supplier of rubber lining, conveyor belting and conveyor accessories, with offices in Malaga, Maddington…

PRECISION SCREEN26 +61 7 3271 4155
sales@precisionscreen.com.au

Precisionscreen are leaders in the design and manufacture of mobile screening, washing, crushing and recycling equipment for the quarry, mining, extractive, materials handling and recycling industries. Precisionscreen was established in 1986, in Brisbane Australia, by Harold Kerr and has grown from a small family company, employing just two employees, to a company which now employs more than 40 personnel who design, research, test, manufacture, market, sell and provide after sales support for the innovative range of Precisionscreen products. Precisionscreen equipment is found in more than 15 countries including the United States, Italy, the Philippines, Malaysia and Australia. The innovative Precisionscreen products are found in the most diverse climates on earth, screening, crushing and washing a broad range of products. Today you will find Precisionscreen plants recycling Gypsum high in the Italian Alps; crushing road base in the jungles of Papua New Guinea and washing and scre…

Top Recycling Companies in Australia

Factors Contributing to the Growth and Success of the Recycling Industry

Government Initiatives

The Australian government has implemented various initiatives to support the growth and success of the recycling industry. One such initiative is the National Waste Policy, which outlines a framework for reducing waste and increasing recycling rates in Australia.

In addition, the government has implemented a national container deposit scheme, which provides a financial incentive for consumers to recycle beverage containers.

Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years

The recycling industry has experienced growth due to increasing awareness of environmental issues and the need to reduce waste. The rise of circular economy principles has also driven demand for recycled materials, with companies looking for ways to reduce waste and increase efficiency in their operations.

The recycling industry in Australia has experienced significant growth in the past few years, with revenue increasing from AUD 8.5 billion in 2019 to AUD 10.6 billion in 2021, according to the ABS. This growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for recycled materials, as well as the government's initiatives to support the industry.

The waste management and recycling services sector is the largest sector within the recycling industry, generating approximately AUD 5 billion in revenue in 2022, followed by the manufacturing industry, which generated approximately AUD 3.5 billion in revenue.

Key Trends in the Recycling Industry

Technological Disruptions

The recycling industry is constantly evolving, with technological disruptions playing a significant role in shaping its future. The adoption of digital technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence has improved supply chain transparency and traceability, while the use of automation and robotics in recycling operations has increased efficiency and safety.

In addition, the development of new recycling technologies, such as chemical recycling, has the potential to revolutionize the industry and increase the amount of waste that can be recycled.

Sustainability

Sustainability has become a key focus for the recycling industry, with increasing pressure from consumers and stakeholders to reduce the environmental impact of waste and recycling processes. The industry has responded by implementing more sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy sources and reducing water usage in recycling operations.

Challenges Facing the Recycling Industry

Contamination of Recyclables

The contamination of recyclables, such as plastics and paper, has become a significant challenge for the recycling industry. Contaminated materials can reduce the quality of recycled products and increase costs for recyclers, as they must spend more time and resources sorting and cleaning the materials.

Lack of Infrastructure

The lack of infrastructure for recycling certain materials, such as electronic waste and batteries, has also been a challenge for the recycling industry. These materials require specialized equipment and processes, which can be expensive for small and medium-sized recycling companies.

Future Outlook for the Recycling Industry

The recycling industry in Australia is expected to continue experiencing growth in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for recycled materials and the adoption of circular economy principles. The shift towards sustainable practices is also expected to continue, with increasing pressure from consumers and stakeholders.

However, the industry will also face challenges, such as contamination of recyclables and the lack of infrastructure for certain materials. To remain successful, the industry will need to continue to innovate and adopt new technologies to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

One area of potential growth is in the development of new markets for recycled materials, such as recycled plastics and metals. Australian companies have an opportunity to capitalize on this trend by developing new markets and products for recycled materials, such as recycled plastic packaging and building materials.

Another area of potential growth is in the adoption of circular economy principles by businesses, which can reduce waste and increase efficiency in their operations. The recycling industry can play a critical role in supporting businesses to adopt these principles by providing a reliable supply of recycled materials and helping to close the loop on material flows.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the recycling industry plays a vital role in the Australian economy, with a significant contribution to GDP and employment. The industry has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by increasing awareness of environmental issues and government initiatives to support the industry.

Looking forward, the industry is expected to continue to grow and evolve, with opportunities for innovation and the adoption of new technologies. However, the industry will also face challenges, such as contamination of recyclables and the lack of infrastructure for certain materials.

To remain successful, the industry will need to continue to adapt and innovate, developing new markets for recycled materials and supporting the adoption of circular economy principles by businesses. With the right investments and initiatives, the recycling industry in Australia has the potential to continue to grow and contribute to the country's economic prosperity while also addressing critical environmental challenges.

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By Melissa Goh
Published on 11 May 2023