We are proud to announce that Antel Solutions received the following letter from the African Polystyrene Industry Alliance (APIA)
The following Letter was in Support for Antel Solutions as the preferred Reverse Logistics Partner for Polystyrene Recycling in South Africa, received on 17 October 2024.
"On behalf of the African Polystyrene Industry Alliance (APIA), we are pleased to extend our full support to Antel Solutions as our preferred reverse logistics partner for the transport of polystyrene for recycling in South Africa.
As an industry body, APIA's mandate includes not only coordinating efforts among stakeholders to promote environmental responsibility through the collection and recycling of polystyrene but also communicating the scientific facts of polystyrene as a material.
In line with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations of South Africa, which mandate take-back schemes for materials introduced into the market, it is crucial for our industry to establish partnerships that align with these regulations and advance the circular economy. Antel Solutions' expertise in reverse logistics provides a crucial solution for the responsible management of polystyrene waste. Through this partnership, we aim to demonstrate leadership in environmental sustainability and contribute to the global movement towards material circularity.
Polystyrene, as a versatile packaging material, plays a significant role in the convenience of everyday consumer goods. However, the environmental impact of waste management must be addressed with innovative and efficient methods. Internationally, reverse logistics has been recognized as an advanced approach to the sustainable handling of post-consumer materials, and we believe that implementing this strategy in South Africa will substantially improve the recycling rates of polystyrene.
Beyond environmental considerations, the polystyrene industry makes valuable contributions to South Africa's economy by creating jobs, driving economic growth, and addressing unemployment challenges. It is our responsibility to ensure that these contributions are balanced with proactive environmental measures, and Antel Solutions will play a key role in helping us achieve this balance.
We have great confidence in Antel Solutions’ capabilities and commitment to supporting the waste management infrastructure for polystyrene in South Africa. We look forward to a productive and impactful collaboration that will not only benefit our industry but also contribute positively to South Africa’s environmental goals."
We at Antel Solutions are very excited to be working with the African Polystyrene Industry Alliance (APIA) in their continuous recycling efforts and hope to play a pivotal part in the future of the South African Polystyrene Recycling industry.
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