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The counting and sorting centres underpin the efficient and accurate function of the DRS, which will require consumers to pay a 20p deposit when they buy a glass bottle, can or PET plastic container, which is reimbursed when the empty containers are returned.
The DRS policy is expected to drive collection rates on drinks containers to levels in excess of 90%, reducing littering and contributing to net-zero climate goals, when introduced in 2022.
Luke Burgess, Viridor director of business development (Polymers), said: “The successful implementation of DRS in Scotland is of paramount importance if we are to reach the recycling goals of the Plastics Pact, a target that Viridor, a founding member of the Pact, is committed to helping to achieve.”
Tomra Collection Solutions UK & Ireland managing director, Truls Haug, added: “The Tomra-Viridor partnership is formed under the shared vision to facilitate a modern, cost-effective and best practice Scottish deposit return system, acting as a catalyst for sustainable recycling outcomes, delivering key sorting and counting centre services to the deposit operator.
“Our partnership forms a unique and complementary mix of global and UK-based experience, enabling a compelling ‘fit-for-purpose’ service offer – which if accepted could be deployed in due time for scheme commencement. We are inspired by the progress made to date and the opportunity ahead of us.”
The Scottish government approved Circularity Scotland as scheme administrator in April.
