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

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