Materials Recycling Week
Materials Recycling Week is the leading UK magazine for the waste and recycling industries. With over 4000 key buyers and specifiers buying and reading the magazine weekly, it is the central source of information for the UK market. Covering every aspect of the fast-moving legislation for every material sector and giving you the latest prices for metals, textiles, paper, glass, plastic and PRN's to help you ensure you are buying and selling at the best rates.
- Frequency:
- Weekly
Magazine Overview
Every week, MRW magazine provides you with all the information you need:
- In-depth analysis of the latest news and legislation changes
- Industry comment and case studies - learn how others are reacting to industry developments
- Product innovations - new alternatives to save your business money
- Materials Prices weekly coverage, statistics and trends
- The latest job opportunities so you can plan your next career step
PLUS you will also receive the MRW Handbook - the `recycling bible` worth £125 as part of our subscriptions. The MRW Handbook has over 600 pages of vital information on:
- Recyclers of metals, electronics, lighting, recovered paper, textiles, plastics, rubber and tyres, chemicals and oils, glass, composting and wood
- Waste management companies
- Local authorities
- Vehicles, plant and equipment suppliers
- Specialist suppliers
- Trade associations and environment agency offices
MRW is your essential business tool that will give you an edge in your industry.
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Customer comments
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