Kemsley Paper Mill Opens its Doors to Local Authorities
DS Smith's Kemsley Paper Mill, the UK's largest facility for recycled papers and the second largest in Europe, recently opened its doors to representatives from Kent County Council, Reigate and Banstead Borough Council, and East London Waste authority.
The exclusive open day demonstrated our cutting-edge recycling capabilities and aimed to foster stronger partnerships within the public sector.
Attendees were treated to a comprehensive tour of the state-of-the-art Kemsley Mill, offering an in-depth look at the entire paper-making process from start to finish. The tour highlighted key facilities, including the rigorous recycling quality hub where incoming paper undergoes meticulous checks, the transformation of fibres in the pulper, and the impressive scale of the paper machine as pulp was converted into new paper.
Our open day at Kemsley Mill was an invaluable opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to the public sector.
At DS Smith, we are dedicated to supporting local authorities in enhancing recycling performance, meeting statutory targets, and ensuring transparent waste management. By showcasing the advanced operations at Kemsley, we aim to reinforce our position as a leading partner for public sector entities seeking reliable, auditable, and effective recycling solutions.
The visit emphasised our tailored approach to public sector recycling and waste management. Councils learned how we can support them in:
Improving recycling rates: Through proven solutions and effective segregation strategies, mirroring the success seen with Reigate & Banstead Borough Council, who more than doubled their recycling rates from 21% to 54.3% in a long-term partnership.
Reducing contamination: Experts explained the impact of poor-quality raw materials and how DS Smith's processes ensure cleaner recycling streams.
Ensuring transparency and accountability: With reliable collections, flexible scheduling, and auditable monthly reports, councils can track materials from collection to reprocessing, supporting statutory and internal reporting requirements.
Our open day at Kemsley Mill was an invaluable opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to the public sector. We understand the unique challenges councils face, from tight budgets to ambitious recycling targets.
By showcasing our facilities and expertise, we aim to illustrate how a partnership with DS Smith can provide not just a service, but a comprehensive solution that delivers proven results, enhances environmental performance, and offers full transparency.
Stephanie Dalton
Head of Customer Excellence
DS Smith invites other councils and public sector organisations to get in touch and explore how their robust recycling solutions and extensive infrastructure can help them meet their waste management objectives, achieve ambitious environmental goals and deliver tangible benefits for communities.
