Membership

Join the UK’s trusted authority on plastics resource efficiency and recycling.
 
RECOUP is a member‑supported, independent charity working at the heart of the UK plastics value chain. Membership provides organisations with clarity, confidence and influence in an increasingly complex regulatory and technical landscape.

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Why become a RECOUP member?

Plastics resource efficiency and recycling decisions directly affect:

• Regulatory compliance and risk
• Design and material choices
• Infrastructure compatibility
• Reputation and stakeholder confidence

RECOUP supports members to make informed, evidence‑based decisions, grounded in practical insight into the UK’s plastic value chain.

Membership means you don’t have to navigate change alone.

The value of RECOUP membership

Independent expertise

Access trusted, evidence-based guidance across plastics resource efficiency, recyclability, collection systems, policy, life cycle assessment and related topics.

Policy insight and representation

Stay informed on evolving legislation and policy developments while helping to shape consultations, responses and discussions with government departments.

Connections across the value chain

Engage with organisations from across the plastics value chain, including brands, retailers, recyclers, local authorities and innovators.

Research and resources

Benefit from access to reports, technical services and industry intelligence that support informed decision-making.

Events and collaboration

Participate in webinars, conferences, working groups and networking events to share knowledge and address common challenges.

Share best practice

Help shape industry guidance, research and best practice while contributing to the future of plastics resource efficiency and recycling.

Who membership is for

RECOUP membership is suited to organisations that:

  • Want to stay informed about developments in plastics resource efficiency and recycling

  • Need clarity on recyclability, policy and regulatory change

  • Value independent, evidence-based expertise

  • Want to collaborate and share knowledge across the plastics value chain

Our members include:

  • Brand owners and retailers
  • Manufacturers and converters
  • Waste management and recycling organisations
  • Local authorities and public bodies
  • Consultants, material and service providers
  • Universities and research organisations

Membership is organisational, supporting teams rather than individuals.

Our Members

ALDI Stores Ltd
DataLase
SPS Pouches
ABP
Gualapack S.p.A
City of Bradford Council
Teesside University
TOMRA Sorting Solutions
Bank of England
PlasticsEurope
Circular&Co
Lavazza
Kingfisher plc
Fab Materials Ltd
One Hundred Knightsbridge Ltd.
Milton Keynes Council
Pi Polymer Recycling Ltd
Valpak
Clean Tech
Pelican Communications
Pulpex Limited
Greyparrot
SOPARCO
ASDA
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council
McDonald’s
Casepak
The University of Manchester
NEWS (Norfolk Environmental Waste Services)
Lincolnshire Waste Partnership
Coveris
MarinaTex
Revolution Plastics, University of Portsmouth
PlastIC Research Centre (Arts University Bournemouth)
University of Birmingham
Eurofins Sustainability Services
Aston University
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association Limited (CTPA)
Morph Bricks Limited
High Peak Borough Council
L’ORÉAL (UK) Ltd
Nestlé Waters (UK) Ltd
People Against Dirty Holdings Limited (Ecover & Method)
Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge
Hilton Food Group plc
Trioworld UK Ltd
Mannok Pack Ltd
Waitrose & Partners
Realise Futures Eco Furniture
Bryson Recycling
Suez Recycling and Recovery UK Ltd
Alpek Polyester UK Ltd
CCL Label Ltd
Avery Dennsion
Agriculture Plastics Environment UK
ReVentas
Unilever
Marine Conservation Society
AMC Plastic Recycling Solutions
REPLO LIMITED
Convert Design/Bottld Ltd
The Retail Institute
Aura-Soma Products Ltd
Robinson Plastic Packaging
Beko
UKAP
Müller UK & Ireland
Big Blue Ocean Clean Up
LINEV Systems UK Ltd
Regen Enviro
Enviroo Holdings Ltd
Pöppelmann Plastics UK Ltd
Clearpoint Recycling Limited
Dsposal
Tesco PLC
Axion
Polytag Limited
Iqpak GmbH
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council
Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce
Machinex
Durham County Council
HSSMI
Petcore Europe
Podback Ltd
PPS Recovery Systems Ltd
Impact Solutions
Veolia Environmental Services
Cambridgeshire County Council Waste Team
Ynys Resources Ltd
Mura Wilton Limited
KraftHeinz
Future Makers
ThePackHub Ltd
Greiner Packaging Ltd
Stuff4Life
Faerch UK Ltd
Oakdene Hollins
Laytons Solicitor LLP
BPF Recycling Group
Recorra
OPRL Ltd
Huntingdonshire District Council
Thalia
Modiform
Clean Up Britain
West Sussex County Council
Wastebuster
Amcor
Sorted Technologies Ltd
Marmax
Jayplas
Hain Celestial
Brunel University London
Horticultural Trades Association (HTA)
Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I
We Do Stories
Cameron-Price Limited
LitterLotto
DDRS Alliance
Greenback Recycling Technologies Limited
IPL Brightgreen Plastics Ltd
Nextek Ltd
Woodly Oy
Danone
Keep Scotland Beautiful
Plastipak
North Yorkshire Council
Pentex
Products of Change
Procter & Gamble
Cofresco
Nestle´© UK Ltd
INCPEN
Logoplaste
Lincolnshire County Council
Thames21
University of Cambridge
Monoworld Ltd
Ocado Retail Ltd
Polyolefin Circular Economy Platform (PCEP)
Sharpak Aylesham (GUILLIN Group)
Ecosurety
Biffa Polymers
Pellenc Selective Technologies
Cauli Ltd
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited
Cromwell Polythene Ltd
Campden BRI
University of Northampton
The Packaging Forum
PepsiCo
Envipco
International Polymer Solutions Ltd
Derbyshire County Council
FIA UK (Flexographic Industry Association)
Macpac
Sherbourne Recycling
Klöckner Pentaplast
Composites UK
Papier-Mettler UK Ltd.
Ashortwalk Ltd
Boots / No7 Beauty Company
Beyondly Global Inc
Measom Freer & Company Limited
FSG TABLEWARE LTD
WRAP

How membership works

RECOUP is an independent, not-for-profit charity supported by its members to deliver work that benefits both members and the wider sector.

Membership helps support:

  • Independent research and evidence generation
  • Practical technical guidance and support
  • Policy engagement and informed industry dialogue
  • Collaboration across the plastics value chain

Membership categories are designed to reflect different organisation types and sizes.

Why organistions work with RECOUP

Pöppelmann Plastics UK Ltd

Pöppelmann Plastics UK Ltd

“We have always found RECOUP helpful and supportive – they are my go-to organisation for information and advice on plastics recycling. Their online resource library and recyclability testing have been particularly valuable. Member visits offer an excellent opportunity to see what happens behind the scenes in UK recycling, while the annual conference provides a broad perspective on the packaging and recycling sectors, helping to gauge the general direction of travel. RECOUP’s expertise and knowledge makes them an essential partner in driving recyclability and circularity forward”

Ecosurety

Ecosurety

“RECOUP’s strength lies in its ability to bring together the right people with expertise from across the plastics and recycling value chain, to drive meaningful progress. Membership provides invaluable access to industry knowledge, collaborative partnerships and independent technical insight that help organisations navigate change and accelerate circularity ambitions”

Pragmatic Semiconductor

Pragmatic Semiconductor

“Working with RECOUP on the Innovate UK TRACE project was an absolute pleasure. The team brought exceptional expertise, reliability, and attention to detail to every stage of the collaboration. Their “Reusability by Design” report was thorough, insightful, and genuinely impactful, providing invaluable guidance to the entire value chain on embedding reusability into products. Their dedication and professionalism made them an outstanding partner throughout the project”

INCPEN

INCPEN

“The INCPEN team highly values the constructive and collaborative relationships we have with RECOUP colleagues.  Purpose, outcomes and value are three of the many key areas where INCPEN and RECOUP align well for our collective members’ benefit”

Talk to us about membership

If you’re considering membership, we encourage a conversation.

We’ll help you:

  • Understand how RECOUP can support your organisation
  • Identify relevant expertise and working groups
  • Explore the most appropriate membership option