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Working Together for a Smarter Future in Waste Management – Our Partnership with WASTRIO

Supporting the waste industry through change and innovation

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At Waste Training & Consultancy Ltd, we have always believed that keeping our clients informed, prepared and supported is just as important as the training and consultancy services we provide.

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As an established environmental and waste management consultancy and CIWM (WAMITAB) Training and Assessment Centre, we work closely with businesses throughout the waste industry, helping them navigate regulatory requirements, maintain compliance and improve their operations.

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In June 2026, this commitment led to the beginning of an exciting working relationship with WASTRIO, a digital waste tracking software company headed by Steve Brown.

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How it all began

Like many people working in the waste industry, I had been hearing about digital waste tracking for quite some time.  It was something we knew was coming, but after several delays and changes to the proposed implementation timetable, it sometimes felt as though it had been put on the shelf.

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Then, almost suddenly, digital waste tracking was becoming a reality, and the industry needed to prepare.  It was around this time that I first heard about WASTRIO.

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Steve and his team had visited one of our existing clients to discuss their digital waste tracking platform. When I heard about it, I was immediately interested and arranged a meeting with them for the very next day.

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That meeting took place in June 2026, and I have been working with WASTRIO ever since.

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Helping to spread the word

Having worked within the waste industry for many years, I understand that changes in legislation can create uncertainty, particularly when businesses are already managing demanding operational and compliance responsibilities.

When I met Steve and learned more about WASTRIO, I recognised the importance of making our clients and industry contacts aware of the technology and the options available to them.

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Since then, we have been actively introducing WASTRIO to our customers and other businesses throughout the waste sector, sharing information about the platform and encouraging conversations about how digital waste tracking can be incorporated into their operations.

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For us, this working relationship is about more than simply promoting software. It is about connecting the businesses we work with to practical solutions that may help them adapt to changing industry requirements.

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What is WASTRIO?

WASTRIO has developed a digital waste tracking platform designed to help waste operators record, manage and report waste movements more efficiently.

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With Defra's mandatory digital waste tracking requirements now in effect for permitted waste receiving sites in England and Wales from 1 October 2026, accurate record-keeping and timely reporting have become increasingly important.

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WASTRIO offers features including:

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• Digital waste tracking platform Integrated with Defra's digital waste tracking service for reporting waste receipts.

• Waste Transfer note creation.

• Waste carrier registration checks.

• Digital records and audit trails.

• Waste load information, including weights, waste codes and photographic records.

• Improved access to waste movement information for reporting and compliance purposes.

The platform aims to reduce unnecessary duplication, improve the accuracy and accessibility of waste records, and support operators as the industry moves towards more comprehensive digital reporting.

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Combining industry experience with digital innovation

At Waste Training & Consultancy Ltd, our day-to-day work involves supporting businesses with environmental compliance, technical competence, training and waste management responsibilities.

This gives us a valuable understanding of the practical challenges faced by waste operators, from smaller independent businesses to larger organisations.  Our relationship with WASTRIO brings together that industry knowledge and experience with the opportunities offered by digital technology.

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I believe that one of the most important things we can do as a consultancy is ensure our clients are aware of developments that could affect their businesses, while helping them understand the options available.

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Digital waste tracking represents a significant change for the industry, but it also presents opportunities to improve efficiency, transparency and accountability.

Looking ahead

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Since our first meeting in June 2026, I have enjoyed working with Steve Brown and the WASTRIO team, helping to raise awareness of their platform and introducing them to businesses across the waste sector.

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As the digital waste tracking requirements continue to develop and expand, we look forward to continuing this relationship and supporting the industry through the changes ahead.

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At Waste Training & Consultancy Ltd, we remain committed to helping our clients stay informed, compliant and prepared for the future. Working alongside innovative companies such as WASTRIO is another way we can deliver on that commitment.

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Lynda Smith

Director – Waste Training & Consultancy Ltd

Find out more about WASTRIO

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If you would like to learn more about the WASTRIO digital waste tracking platform and how it could support your business, please visit:

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www.wastrio.co.uk

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Alternatively, contact Waste Training & Consultancy Ltd to discuss digital waste tracking and your wider environmental compliance and training requirements.