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Waste logistics for cost-optimized and environmentally friendly processes

Environmentally friendly recycling logistics play a key role in enabling the responsible reuse of valuable resources contained within waste materials. Entrust the demanding process of material logistics to Rhenus! Benefit from efficient and transparent workflows across multiple modes of transport.

Advanced waste logistics

Since we understand the significance of efficient operations within your waste logistics, Rhenus services combine cost-efficiency, environmental awareness and the highest safety standards. We deliver optimized transport routes and extensive network coverage across road, water and rail. For optimized logistics costs and conscientious handling – even with waste classified as hazardous material.

Our customized recycling logistics for storage, handling and transport of waste not only comply with legal requirements but also actively support a more efficient recycling economy. A key advantage of our waste logistics for our customers in the disposal, recycling, construction and metal processing industries is the geographic proximity of Rhenus locations to the industry hubs of these sectors.

Thanks to our continuous investment in state-of-the-art infrastructure and many years of expertise in handling waste and recyclable materials, you can rely on waste logistics that are dependable, secure and sustainable.

Multimodal waste logistics

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Waste logistics by ship

As a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative, the transport of materials and waste via sea and inland waterways offers a highly effective solution. Using waterways and our own fleet of inland waterway vessels, we can transport large volumes, while our closely connected network of sites guarantees seamless links.

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Port services for waste logistics

Our ports are strategically positioned at key hubs within Europe’s industrial areas. From the transshipment and interim storage of waste and recyclables all the way to further processing, the experts at our ports provide smooth and efficient operations – also in the case of hazardous materials.

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Waste logistics by road

For your waste logistics on land, we implement sustainable logistics processes. Through efficient plant-to-plant transport, we support recycling activities via logistics operations. Specialized vehicles allow for efficient and route-planned transport of different waste categories by road.

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Comprehensive recycling logistics with Rhenus

  • Covering multimodal transport chains: Take advantage of our extensive recycling logistics, transshipment and storage capacities, as well as our broad network of locations and ports that connect numerous national and international transportation chains. With our own fleet and expertise in combining individual shipments into comprehensive multimodal solutions, you can rely on seamless processes in handling your materials and recyclable goods – including transshipment, pre- and onward carriage.
  • Safety remains our highest priority: Rhenus processes in waste logistics are characterized by the highest safety standards. With permits in accordance with the German Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG) and all the necessary certificates and licenses, we guarantee secure handling, storage and transportation, especially of hazardous waste. All sites and means of transport are comprehensively secured to support environmentally friendly recycling logistics.

Certified handling of waste

ISO 9001

The ISO 9001 certificate demonstrates that Rhenus operates in line with a structured and efficient quality management system. Our customers benefit from consistently high service quality for the provision of waste logistics.

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ISO 9001

As a certified waste management specialist (“Entsorgungsfachbetrieb”, EfB), we dispose of waste in an environmentally friendly and legally compliant manner – for high standards in waste management.

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EfB – Specialist for waste management

The GMP+ certificate confirms Rhenus for safe logistics services in the animal feed sector. We ensure monitored storage and transport to protect the health of animals and humans.

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GMP+ – GMP+ Feed Certification Scheme

The SQAS certificate confirms the safety, high quality and improved sustainability of your supply chain. With Rhenus, you can count on reliable and responsible waste logistics.

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SQAS – Safety and Quality Assessment System

The §54 KrWG certificate based on the German Circular Economy Act (Kreislaufwirtschaftsgesetz) certifies that Rhenus adheres to applicable provisions for the collection and conveyance of waste. It ensures environmentally compatible and legally compliant disposal.

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§54 KRWG – Circular economy act
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Looking for greater efficiency and sustainability in your waste logistics?

Materials undergo cost-effective and safe recycling as a result of Rhenus logistics!

Frequently asked questions

Rhenus manages the transportation of waste and delivers recycling logistics services for both hazardous and non-hazardous waste and materials. The types of waste goods include everything from loose bulk goods, e.g. scrap metal, to yellow recycling garbage bags that are opened and the recyclable materials are sorted for further processing. [no Limit]

Yes, our sites and transport facilities are designed to handle hazardous materials. Not only are they equipped with the necessary safety precautions, such as fire alarm systems, but they also have the appropriate certificates to ensure routine handling of dangerous waste.

Yes, Rhenus also actively supports the recycling and reuse of resources in the field of material logistics. Rhenus not only handles the collection of materials but also pre-sorts them at the customer’s site, which makes subsequent transport more efficient and saves resources. We transport sorted and unsorted waste to either incinerators or processing plants, depending on the type of material and recycling options.