At Wightman & Parrish, we believe that a sustainable supply chain shouldn’t just be a goal—it should be a standard. We are excited to announce a new initiative with one of our long standing partners PMC Polythene that transforms how we handle flexible plastic waste, creating a more efficient, UK-based "closed-loop" system that directly benefits our customers and supports UK manufacturing.
Why This Matters for Your Business
When you partner with us, you aren’t just buying products; you’re supporting a circular economy. Our new initiative with PMC Polythene ensures that the plastic waste generated through our operations is handled with the highest level of responsibility.
- True UK-Based Recycling: Unlike many waste streams that are shipped overseas, our plastic is processed right here in the UK. This significantly reduces the carbon footprint of the products you receive from us.
- A Genuine Circular Economy: PMC turns our collected plastic waste back into new waste bags for us to supply. This "closed-loop" approach ensures that resources are repurposed rather than reaching a landfill.
- Guaranteed Compliance & Transparency: With more businesses facing strict ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, you can rest easy knowing your primary supplier uses fully documented waste transfer notes and provides transparent data for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
This video outlines the process from waste collection through to manufacturing.
Efficiency That Drives Value
By streamlining our internal logistics, we are able to focus more on what matters most: reliable service and competitive value for you. Previously, recycling required complex external logistics. Now, by integrating collections into our regular delivery cycles with PMC, we have reduced road miles and administrative overhead. These operational efficiencies allow us to remain agile and focused on providing a stable, sustainable supply chain for your business.
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"This partnership strengthens our commitment to you. By recycling our flexible plastics here in the UK, and having them manufactured into the products we sell we’re not just reducing our environmental impact—we’re building a more resilient and efficient system that our customers can rely on." — Danny Pearce, Purchasing Manager (W&P Purchasing team) |
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Our Commitment to Honesty
Sustainability only works when it is transparent. While the industry often discusses high valuations for "perfect" plastic, we have opted for a realistic, mixed-plastic recycling route. This ensures that more of our waste is recycled rather than being rejected due to minor contamination (like tape or labels), ensuring a higher net positive impact for the planet.
We are proud to take this step forward, ensuring that every delivery we make to you is backed by a smarter, greener process.