Farrans has been recognised as an Engaged Member of the Responsible Plastic Management (RPM) Programme, aligning with its ambition to achieve Zero Plastic to Landfill status.

The acknowledgement reflects the company's ongoing work to improve how plastic is handled across its operations and to reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste. Through its RPM membership, Farrans is strengthening responsible plastic management practices in support of wider sustainability and resource efficiency commitments.

Its Zero Plastic to Landfill aim underscores a focus on diverting plastic away from landfill and pursuing more sustainable waste pathways. The business says it is pleased to collaborate with the RPM Programme as it develops its approach to responsible resource use.

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At the Castor Bay site, Farrans is progressing towards Zero Plastic to Landfill certification by cutting plastic waste, enhancing segregation, and increasing recycling and recovery opportunities across the project.

A key element has been establishing baseline waste data and improving ongoing reporting. This data-led approach enables the team to measure performance accurately, identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions as it advances towards certification.

To bolster segregation, Farrans has repurposed recycling bins from its former Transport Hub project for use at Castor Bay. The bins now collect plastic from the site canteen, extending the useful life of existing resources.

As an NI Water IF105 project, achieving Zero Plastic to Landfill certification at Castor Bay would deliver benefits beyond the site itself, contributing to NI Water’s own Zero plastic to landfill certification and supporting its wider sustainability objectives.