BIR appoints third policy offer for trade and environment
The Bureau of International Recycling has announced it has expanded its advocacy team with a third policy officer for trade & environment.
The body has appointed Mr Daniel Pietikäinen to the role.
Mr Pietikäinen previously worked as a Global Policy Advisor at FiscalNote, a global intelligence and regulatory analysis firm and as part of the EU delegation to Peru.
BIR director general Arnaud Brunet said: “As regulations are increasingly impacting the recycling industry and the cross-border trade of recyclables, BIR’s leadership has decided to invest in a solid advocacy team that monitors and helps shape the regulatory landscape of our sector.
“Daniel’s international background, his academic achievements and solid professional experience perfectly complement our strong and dynamic advocacy team, and we consider ourselves very fortunate to have him on board.”
Willshee’s appoints new supply chain manager
Willshee’s Waste and Recycling has has appointed Stacey Nixon as supply chain manager to head up its brokering division.
The brokering division is a new service being provided by the company and includes identifying suitable providers for all waste and recycling solutions for customers.
Willshee’s managing director Dean Willshee said: “Extending the scope of the Willshee’s offer with our new brokering service is a natural evolution for us, especially as we are receiving an increasing number of tender requests from larger organisations.
“As one of the Midlands’ leading waste and recycling businesses, we are excited about the opportunities this new division will bring to the wider group and our customers, enabling us to grow further and extend our services nationwide.”
Two directors appointed to Recolight Board
WEEE compliance scheme for the lighting industry, Recolight, has announced it has appointed two new directors to its board.
Both Steven Reed, commercial manager at Trilux, and Stephen Bell, services transformation & compliance director at Zumtobel will be joining.
Recolight chief executive, Nigel Harvey said: “We are delighted that Steven and Stephen have joined our Board of Directors. The breadth of experience and knowledge of our board is invaluable to us as we expand the range of services we offer to meet the changing needs of our Producer Members and collection partners. Stephen and Steven both bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that will help shape and guide our future direction. ”
On joining Recolight, Steven Reed said: “ I look forward to helping the company support its Members in building a circular economy in the lighting sector. I join Recolight in exciting times. Scheme membership is increasing, and there is a great team of dedicated staff.”
Stephen Bell added: “I’m delighted to join the Recolight Board at a time of significant membership growth and where exciting initiatives such as reuse versus recycling are being introduced. I look forward to working with the board as the business continues to grow”
Jude Allan appointed as interim MD at OPRL
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has appointed Jude Allan as interim MD, to cover Dr Margaret Bates’ two year appointment to Defra.
Ms Allan serves as a trustee at IoM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining) and holds the position of chair of the packaging group. She has a background in materials engineering and began her career as a packaging technologist and later spent nearly two decades designing for tjonesknowlesritchie, an independent packaging design agency in London.
Ms Allan said: “This is a hugely exciting but challenging time to be involved in packaging. In a sector facing enormous change and a great deal of uncertainty, OPRL really stands out in the market. We know that consumers respond well to OPRL labels, and as producers look for clarity around EPR, they can also rely on the labels for compliance.
“I have been lucky enough to partner with OPRL on IoM3 projects, so I was already aware of the depth of knowledge within the team. As interim MD, I am looking forward to supporting the team in sharing its expertise, to give producers confidence in recyclability claims around packaging products.”
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