Hoverdale wins multiple awards at SHAPA awards
Hoverdale UK has announced it has won multiple awards at the 2024 Solids Handling & Processing Association (SHAPA) Awards.
Hoverdale, a global provider of conveyor system equipment and on-site plant engineering services, received two awards for Company of the Year and Innovation in Technology, plus runner-up awards in the Apprentices Special Award category for employees Harry Beverley and Ben Tilson.
Matthew Beverley, Hoverdale chairman, said: “We are delighted to be recognised at the SHAPA Awards for Company of the Year and Innovation in Technology for our motorised brush technology – the HALO. We receive these as a total team effort.
“We are extremely grateful to have such a robust team of engineers who work hard to deliver our core products and services across the bulk materials-handling industry .”
CSG donates money to charity
Hampshire-based waste management company, CSG, has announced that for every septic tank it empties, it will donate 50p to charity Toilet Twinning.
The money will then be used to provide toilets and clean water facilities to communities in developing countries.
Sarah Adlard of Toilet Twinning’s partnerships team said: “We are very grateful to CSG for their continued support. A donation of £32,000 over three years is amazing and makes a real difference.
“People without proper toilets and clean water are more likely to become sick through sanitation-related diseases, which results in them being unable to work. Children also miss school through illness or because they are collecting water.
“Our projects enable families to build a toilet, have access to clean water and to learn about handwashing and other hygiene principles.”
Dorset recycling company set of film
Dorset-based recycling company Eco Sustainable Solutions has been selected as the set of a student film.
The film is entitled ‘The Dog Food Programme’ and has been written and directed by Harry Clothier, a student at Bournemouth University.
It revolves around a fictional food crisis in the UK.
Bryony Hammond, Eco’s brand and communications executive, said: “We receive many approaches to see our facilities but it’s unusual to receive a filming request, especially for a psychological thriller film.
“We were delighted to help out Harry and his team and look forward to seeing the final version of the film.”
Rainbow structure installed in Leeds
A giant rainbow installation has been unveiled outside of Leeds Station to commemorate Earth Day (22 April).
The 4mx7m metre structure is made from more than 2,500 recycled cans and has been created by the not-for-profit, Every Can Counts, to raise awareness around the importance of recycling.
Chris Latham-Warde, programme manager for Every Can Counts, said: “We’re delighted to see our rainbow installation make its Leeds debut to mark Earth Day this year and look forward to seeing the photography locals capture as part of our competition!
“As well as brightening up the city centre, we hope our installation reminds people about the benefits of recycling their drink cans and makes them feel empowered to make sustainable choices.”
North Devon adds 16 kerbside collection vehicles to its fleet
North Devon council has announced the arrival of a new fleet of 16 kerbside recycling vehicles.
The new vehicles, all manufactured by Romaquip, have been supplied through the council’s partnership with Specialist Fleet Services (SFS).
Leader of North Devon council, Ian Roome, said: “The arrival of our new fleet marks a significant step in our commitment to sustainability. These vehicles enhance our recycling efforts, ensuring a more efficient and eco-friendly collection process for the benefit of our community and the environment.”
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