At ATG®, we are committed to reducing waste and moving towards a circular model where resources are kept in use for as long as possible. Our approach combines careful
waste management, recycling, and the development of closed-loop systems to minimise environmental impact.
Responsible Waste Management
We adhere to strict waste management practices across all facilities, ensuring that solid and liquid waste is managed in line with environmental regulations and best practices.
Recycling and Reuse
By investing in advanced systems and processes, we are able to recycle significant volumes of waste within our operations. This includes the reuse of process materials
wherever possible to lower resource intensity and reduce the volume of waste sent for external treatment.
98.645 MT
Rubber Waste Generation
48.715 MT
Rubber Waste REUSE
Towards Circularity
Our ongoing efforts are guided by the principle of circularity — designing processes that reduce waste at source, extend material lifecycles, and enable closed-loop reuse. Through these steps, ATG® is creating a production system that is not only efficient but also increasingly sustainable.
Closing the Loop on Waste
We have implemented in-house waste segregation and recovery systems, allowing us to recycle significant volumes of production waste and steadily cut landfill contributions. Our ambition is clear: zero waste to landfill. On average, we are already recycling 49% of rubber waste each month, keeping valuable materials in circulation.
Innovation with Purpose
Every innovation at ATG® starts with a simple question: how can this make work safer, smarter, and more sustainable? In 2024-25, we expanded our circular initiatives by:
Re-purposing glove production waste into recycled rubber footwear.
Developing eco-paints from recycled rubber streams.
Introducing green packaging solutions, including FSC®-certified cardboard and reduced formats.
A standout step forward was the replacement of polythene bags with paper belts for glove packaging, reducing 1,632.46 kg of polythene use in 2024 alone. This marks a substantial milestone in our commitment to plastic-free packaging and sustainable procurement.
Research for the Future
Through partnerships with universities and industry specialists, including a PhD sponsorship at Cambridge University, we are advancing material science and sustainable glove technologies.
These projects explore how future products can be designed for circularity from the start, reducing waste before it’s ever created.
