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Case study: CleanR Verso’s Construction and Demolition waste sorting line in Latvia
Case study
In 2023, Latvia changed its environmental legislation, which more than doubled landfill fees. Thanks to the local government, recycling became more favorable, and both incineration and landfill dependency declined, making it easier for circular companies like CleanR Verso to succeed.
Reducing fire risk at waste management sites and the role of automated sorting solutions
Article
Reducing fire risk in waste management facilities is critical for ensuring safety, protecting the surrounding environment, and running operations smoothly.
New project: waste wood pre-treatment line in Sweden
Article
The upgraded facility is set to boost the use of recycled wood from 20% to 75%, significantly improving efficiency and advancing sustainable energy production.
Completion of MSW and Packaging Waste sorting line installation in Riga, Latvia
Article
Azortum has engineered and completed the installation of a sorting line in Riga, Latvia, aimed at improving plastic recovery.
Rene Jürnaste: “If I could do it, so can you.”
Person story
Rene Jürnaste is a project engineer who joined the Azortum team in 2021. In his daily work, Rene designs waste management sorting lines, which includes creating conveyor systems, support structures, and other equipment.
New Project: Waste Sorting Center in Lithuania
Article
In a strategic move to solidify its leadership in the waste management industry, Ecoservice, a leading environmental management company in Lithuania, has announced a significant investment of €18 million to rebuild its waste sorting center and upgrade its infrastructure.
Mihkel Letunovitš: “My role is to manage the positivity in the team.”
Person story
Mihkel Letunovitš is the head of the design department here at Azortum. In his day-to-day work, he implements various development projects related to design, but he believes that his main tasks are to create and manage the positivity in the team, while also improving design efficiency, and complementing designers' commitment.
New Project: MSW Sorting Line in Latvia
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Our team is proud to announce the commencement of assembling the most advanced Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Packaging Waste Sorting Plant for Eco Baltia. This project represents a significant leap forward in the Baltic region's waste management and recycling capabilities.
The Journey of Taavi Põri: Leading Azortum to New Heights
Person story
Taavi Põri, the CEO of the long-established technology company Azortum, has always caught attention with his inventive solutions to seemingly complex problems. His interest in breaking old patterns and discovering uncharted paths began at a young age and led him to work in an engine testing lab during his university years.
Tyre Recycling Solutions for Oil Production
Article
Old tyres pose significant environmental hazards, often ending up in landfills where decomposing takes centuries. In Estonia alone, 15,000 tons of tyres are discarded annually. To tackle this issue, Ragn-Sells Estonia partnered with Azortum to develop advanced tyre recycling solutions.
Ragn-Sells: Plastic Packaging Waste and Waste Paper Sorting Line
Case study
Ragn-Sells has adopted a fresh perspective on waste. Their focus is on building a more circular economy, where raw materials are extracted directly from waste. In this way, waste will be utilized with maximum efficiency.
Sorted waste in the industrial sector as an opportunity, not an obligation
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Azortum solves a global problem in Tallinn, Estonia. Our 25-member team primarily creates sorting solutions for waste handlers in Scandinavia and the Baltic region, helping to sort valuable materials from waste and redirect them back into circulation.
Introducing Azortum: Solid Waste Management Solutions
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With a three-decade legacy in Europe, Azortum stands as a premier provider of cutting-edge solid waste management solutions bulk handling systems at competitive prices.