The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) is the only global recycling industry federation representing more than 30,000 companies around the globe, with a direct membership of over 900 companies and 37 national associations from 68 countries. BIR members are world leaders in the supply of raw materials and a key pillar for sustainable economic development.
Together, they create an international forum for industrial exchange and business contacts. They provide their expertise to other industrial sectors and political groups to promote recycling.
Over 900 commercial companies
37 national associations
68 countries
41% of members outside of the European Continent
Western Europe
Russia & Eastern Europe
Asia
Central & South America
Turkey & Middle-East
Australia & Pacific Rim
Africa
North America
Membership spread in percent
SERVICES
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BIR membership offers a vast array of advantages to any recycling company or federation.
Business and Networking Opportunities
As the world’s only global recycling industry organisation, BIR offers unique opportunities to develop international business contacts. Joining BIR grants access to its Members Directory, an essential networking and information tool featuring details about potential suppliers and customers in more than 70 countries across the world.
BIR organises two international conventions each year. These events usually draw close to a thousand business leaders in the recycling industry who come to establish new contacts and trade. The latest technology and market developments are also presented.
Expert Knowledge and Up-to-date Market Information
With contributions from its members, BIR regularly publishes information on the most recent market updates and news on commercial and environmental regulation. BIR also organises workshops, machine and equipment exhibitions, as well as technical round-tables throughout the year with international industry experts.
Influential Position with Decision Makers and Key Industry Players
BIR’s extensive network has become an influential source of information for public authorities, the media, scientists, academics and other industry sectors. Representing its members' interests, BIR maintains contact with other international bodies (UN, OECD, EU), advising them on the formulation of appropriate legislation and the promotion of a more competitive recycling industry.
From its Brussels secretariat, BIR offers multilingual regulatory advice and arbitration services in commercial disputes and claims.
Recently updated, BIR’s arbitration rules ensure a fast and uncomplicated means of resolving legal disputes, thereby avoiding lawsuits which can prove to be time-consuming and expensive for all the parties involved. If you want to take advantage of BIR’s arbitration service, click here.
CURRENT MEMBERS
BIR membership offers unique opportunities to develop international business contacts. The BIR membership directory and the organisation’s half-yearly conventions provide access to a powerful business network of national associations and commercial companies in more than 70 countries worldwide.
Complete contact details of BIR member companies and national associations can be found in the BIR Membership Directory, also available in hard copy and in electronic format.
In order to have access to the complete details of BIR members you must become a member.
LIST OF NATIONAL MEMBER ASSOCIATIONS