Membership

Partner with 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 now 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 how UK recycling systems actually operate.

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

What membership gives you

Independent technical expertise

Evidence‑based guidance across recyclability, infrastructure, policy and LCA.

Early insight on regulation and policy

Clear interpretation of change and future direction.

Connection across the value chain

Engagement with brands, converters, recyclers, local authorities and innovators.

Trusted, independent perspective

A credible, non‑commercial reference point to support internal decisions, governance and stakeholder confidence.

Access to research, data and events

Member‑only reports, briefings, webinars and networking.

Influence on guidance and best practice

Opportunities to contribute sector experience and shape deliverable outcomes.

Who membership is for

RECOUP membership is suited to organisations that:

  • Are responsible for packaging, products, sustainability or compliance
  • Need clarity on recyclability and regulatory change
  • Value independent, non‑commercial expertise
  • Want practical collaboration across the system

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

Membership is organisational, supporting teams rather than individuals.

Our Members

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

How membership works

RECOUP is a not‑for‑profit charity, supported by its members to deliver work that benefits the whole sector.

Membership supports:

  • Independent research and trials
  • Practical technical guidance
  • Policy engagement and industry representation
  • Cross‑sector collaboration

Membership levels 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”

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