Dive summary:
- U.K.-based Continuum Recycling, a joint venture between Coca-Cola and ECO plastics, announced it recycled 250 million bottles in the first 9 months of operations.
- The company claims to have the largest plastics sorting facility in the world and process more than 50% of the U.K.’s PET plastic bottles.
- The plant in Hemswell, Lincolnshire, U.K. was built on ECO Plastics’ existing facility and cost £15 million ($17.6 million).
From the article:
Jonathan Short, ECO Plastics managing director, says, “Continuum was built in record time. Taking 10 months to move from ground breaking to full commissioning for a plant of this scale and sophistication is no small achievement. Now to be exceeding our ramp up plan is further testament to the expertise, dedication and determination of our team.”
Nick Brown, associate director for Recycling at Coca-Cola Enterprises, says, “Continuum has proven to be a landmark initiative for the reprocessing industry. This state-of-the-art facility is a first for the industry and is truly transforming recycling in this country. Our partnership with ECO Plastics has helped us reach an important milestone in our ongoing efforts to build a low-carbon, zero waste business here in Great Britain.” ...
