Konica Minolta Business Solutions has introduced an enhanced version of its “World on Loan” consumables recycling programme, delivered in partnership with its new recycling provider Waterloo Business Management. The service provides a compliant route for customers to recycle genuine Konica Minolta consumables, offering a zero-landfill process at UK-based facilities.
Printer cartridge waste is classified as WEEE, meaning organisations cannot dispose of it in general waste or export it without an IWS Notification. The scheme offers a fully compliant recycling option that collects, inspects, and processes used consumables so raw materials can be recovered and reused.
The programme is designed for organisations of all sizes and is supported by a dedicated online portal through which customers can manage orders, book collections and download recycling documentation. Flexible options are available, including box or pallet collections, with orders placed via the portal, email or telephone.
“We believe sustainability should be simple, secure, and accessible,” said Ben Mills, environment manager at Konica Minolta Business Solutions. “This enhanced programme, supported by our partnership with WBM, reflects our ongoing commitment to reducing environmental impact while improving the customer experience.”
The service aims to simplify logistics and improve transparency. Waste transfer notes and recycling certificates are provided within ten working days, helping organisations meet standards such as ISO14001 and EMAS. All processed materials follow environmentally conscious methods, with no waste sent to landfill. Recycled items are repurposed into high-quality polymers and other reusable materials.
The programme accepts genuine Konica Minolta consumables including toner cartridges, bottles, drums and maintenance kits. Secure collection boxes are supplied free of charge, and processing takes place at certified UK recycling facilities operated by WBM.
“Our partnership with Konica Minolta enables WBM to deliver manufacturer-specific recycling at scale, helping customers reduce waste and meet their sustainability goals,” said James O’Connor, managing director at Waterloo Business Management. “We’re proud to support a closed-loop recycling model that not only diverts materials from landfill but also transforms them into high-quality resources for future use.”
