Reconomy, a specialist in the circular economy, has announced its acquisition of Integrated Waste Analysts, a prominent waste management and recycling solutions provider based in Hanover, Maryland. This acquisition is significant as it represents Reconomy’s seventh purchase in North America within just over a year, highlighting the company’s aggressive expansion strategy in the region.

Founded in 1996, Integrated Waste Analysts serves a diverse clientele, including major brands like Tesla and Parts Authority, by providing industrial waste management, equipment rental, and commodity management solutions. The acquisition is part of Reconomy’s broader strategy to establish a strong foothold in the US market, which is characterized by high waste production and low recycling rates compared to other regions.

Reconomy has been actively pursuing growth opportunities in the US, a market that generates ten times more waste than the UK but relies heavily on landfill and incineration methods. The company aims to leverage its expertise in waste management to transform these linear resource chains into more sustainable practices.

The acquisition of Integrated Waste Analysts follows closely on the heels of Reconomy’s purchase of National Waste Associates, further solidifying its position as one of the top five waste operators in the United States. Lincoln Waste Solutions, the platform through which these acquisitions are being made, remains central to Reconomy’s North American operations.

Guy Wakeley, Chief Executive of Reconomy, emphasized the strategic importance of this acquisition, noting that it enhances the company’s capabilities in the rapidly growing US market. He stated, “We have now completed seven acquisitions in North America in just over a year and built a top five waste and recycling management business from scratch. This aligns with our strategic priorities of attaining leading positions in our core international markets.”

Michael Williams, Executive Vice President of Circular Solutions for North America at Reconomy, echoed this sentiment, highlighting that the acquisition will enhance their customer offerings and operational scale across the continent. Michael Keough, Co-Founder and President of Integrated Waste Analysts, expressed enthusiasm about joining forces with Reconomy, citing the potential for improved services and accelerated growth as key benefits of the merger.

As Reconomy continues to expand its operations in North America, the company is well-positioned to address the challenges of waste management and recycling, aiming to promote circular economy practices that reduce costs and emissions while improving resource efficiency.