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

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

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