Suez to run logistics for UK deposit return scheme in four regions

Suez has been selected by UK deposit return scheme operator Exchange for Change to provide collection, transport and processing services for plastic and metal drinks containers across four regions of the country. The company has signed two 15-year contracts covering the North East, North West, South West and Midlands, the largest single-operator share awarded under the scheme, ahead of the scheme's launch on 1 October 2027.

Why this mattersTwo 15-year contracts give Suez the largest single share of UK deposit return logistics, with collection and processing networks to build before the October 2027 launch.

• Suez signed two 15-year contracts with UK deposit return scheme operator Exchange for Change
• Contracts cover four UK regions: North East, North West, South West and Midlands
• It is described as the largest single-operator share awarded under the scheme
• Suez has 12 months to deploy collection and processing infrastructure in the four regions
• The UK deposit return scheme is due to launch on 1 October 2027
• The scheme runs alongside UK extended producer responsibility reform and collection system changes

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