The NWH Group

The NWH Group: Waste Management and Recycling in Scotland and the Northeast of England

The NWH Group positions itself as one of the UK's leading waste management companies, with operations focused on Scotland and the northeast of England. Its offering combines collection, treatment, recycling, and material supply services for industrial, commercial, and domestic customers.

Services for Industrial and Commercial Customers

The company serves the industrial and commercial sectors with solutions including skip hire, commercial waste management, concrete supplies, road sweepers, wait and load, front end loaders, tipper hire, and grab lorry hire. It also offers specialised services for construction and engineering, such as muck shift, aggregate recycling, and inert washplant.

For offices and retail, the catalogue includes road sweepers, front end loaders, and trade waste. In the hospitality and leisure sector, the company provides wait and load, front end loaders, and trade waste services.

Recycling and Material Treatment

The NWH Group operates wood recycling, aggregate recycling, inert washplant, and materials recycling facilities. It also provides bulk waste haulage and transport and offers aggregates and sands for sale.

Services for Domestic Customers

For individuals, the company offers skip hire, concrete supplies, muck shift/tipper hire, wait and load, aggregate and sands for sale, and grab lorry hire.

Geographic Coverage and Locations

The company has a presence in several locations, including Edinburgh, Dundee, Newcastle & Durham, Glasgow, and Dumfries. Its area of operation extends across Scotland and the northeast of England.

History and Corporate Activity

The NWH Group has developed a history of more than 50 years in the sector, as indicated by references to David Williams and his connection with the company. Over that period, it has made acquisitions, invested in recycling plants, and obtained recognitions such as SafeContractor health and safety accreditation, as well as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.

The company has been recognised as a Disability Confident Employer and has launched community support initiatives, such as the annual community fund of £21,000. It has also promoted training programmes for heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers and increased its apprenticeship programme.

Commitment to Sustainability

The NWH Group has invested in electric equipment, such as the first electric Volvo truck for skip collection, and has developed plans to reduce its carbon footprint. Its projects include the £4.4 million aggregate recycling plant and the £1.1 million investment in the Newcastle recycling plant. The company also collaborates with sports entities and events to improve waste recovery.