HELLA’S Oxfordshire distribution centre is on course to be land-fill free operation by the end of the year thanks to an initiative sparked by Assembly Production Supervisor, Gabor Kakuk.

Concerned about non-recycled plastic waste generated on the site, Gabor raised the matter with Managing Director, Matthew Say. He listened to Gabor’s concerns and realised something had to be done. HELLA’S Operations Manager, Jason Greenough, working alongside a sustainability company, has now put plans in place to provide the necessary recycling bins and waste collection meaning the centre is now aiming to generate zero landfill waste by the end of the year.

Every year millions of tonnes of plastic, particularly plastic bottles and cups, are still disposed of in landfill. These can take up to 500 years to decompose and also release methane gas as they decay, contributing to global warming.

OE component manufacturer and system supplier to the motor industry, HELLA, has made great strides over the years to be environmentally aware by encouraging recycling at its Oxfordshire distribution centre and this new employee sparked initiative is a natural progression. 

Matthew Say commented, “When it was brought to my attention that we were still producing avoidable waste, it was something we had to put right. The company takes pride in valuing everybody’s ideas and opinions on how to take HELLA forward and this is an excellent example.”

He added, “Here at HELLA, we strive to make our products with consideration to the environment and our headquarters should also follow this remit. We are therefore delighted we are contributing to make a greener and more sustainable future by recycling materials and avoiding landfill sites all together. Through this new approach, we hope to encourage others to help the environment in as many ways as possible.”