At Eximex UK, sustainability is not a slogan, it is integral to how we design, manufacture, and deliver every Hero-branded bin bag. Our role within the waste-management supply chain gives us a direct responsibility to minimise environmental impact while maintaining the performance standards our customers rely on. We see ourselves not just as suppliers, but as partners in helping organisations, from households to the NHS, reduce waste, improve carbon efficiency, and shift toward more sustainable procurement practices.

Health and safety forms the backbone of our operations. A responsible manufacturer must first ensure a safe and well-supported workforce, because people are at the heart of sustainable progress. From rigorous training to continuous equipment upgrades, we operate with a safety-first culture that protects our team and ensures stable, reliable production. Sustainability and safety are inseparable, strong environmental performance begins with strong operational foundations.

Our manufacturing is built around a sustainable factory ethos. Every process is scrutinised through the lens of resource efficiency, energy usage, and waste reduction. Whether it’s refining extrusion methods or redesigning workflow layouts, we focus on creating an environment that consistently delivers more with less. This holistic mindset allows us to reduce environmental impact without compromising the durability, consistency, and integrity that define Hero bin bags.

Reducing our carbon footprint is a central objective for Eximex UK. We track emissions across our entire operational chain—materials, production, transport, and energy use—so we can target reductions with accuracy rather than guesswork. One of our most effective initiatives has been the ongoing reduction of film thickness and product weight. Through multi-layer extrusion technology and advanced polymer blends, we produce thinner yet stronger bags, meaning fewer raw materials, lower energy demand, and less environmental impact throughout the lifecycle of each bag.

Recycled material plays a major role in our product strategy. By incorporating high-quality post-consumer and post-industrial plastics, we reinforce the circular economy and significantly decrease reliance on virgin polymer. Furthermore, our production lines use energy-efficient machinery designed to reduce electricity consumption at every stage. Smart energy meters provide real-time insight into usage patterns, helping us identify inefficiencies and fine-tune operations. For Eximex, sustainability is measurable—every kilowatt saved and every kilo of recycled plastic used contributes to demonstrable progress.

Closed-loop systems further strengthen this approach. Any production scrap or offcut is captured, reprocessed, and fed back into manufacturing, ensuring minimal waste and maximum resource recovery. We complement these reductions through selective carbon-offsetting programmes that support global reforestation, renewable energy, and verified climate initiatives. While offsetting is never a substitute for reduction at source, it reinforces our commitment to responsible manufacturing during the transition to a lower-carbon future.

Small efficiencies also matter. Motion-sensor lighting, LED technology, and automatic shutdown systems ensure energy is only used when needed. Future initiatives include further machinery upgrades, expanded solar integration, and deeper investment in digital monitoring tools. We are also exploring next-generation biodegradable and compostable materials, ensuring Eximex UK stays at the forefront of sustainable packaging innovation as new technologies prove viable and responsible.

Recycling is not merely an end product for us—it is embedded into how we operate. Our factory-level recycling streams ensure paper, plastics, and materials are properly recovered. Having access to our own recycling plant gives us quality control over our recyclate, enabling consistent, reliable blends and further strengthening our closed-loop system. This capability is a major differentiator in the market and reflects our long-term investment in circular manufacturing.

Partnerships are also essential to our sustainability model. We work closely with suppliers, customers, logistics partners and environmental bodies to exchange knowledge, raise standards, and drive continuous improvement across the wider industry. Progress in sustainability is most powerful when shared, and we actively participate in shaping best practices within the packaging sector.

Ultimately, Eximex UK’s sustainability strategy is a journey of constant refinement. Every product improvement, operational upgrade, and research initiative contributes toward a single long-term commitment: reducing global emissions and moving decisively toward net zero. We recognise that sustainability is both a responsibility and an opportunity—to innovate, to lead, and to support customers in their own environmental goals. Through transparency, investment, and continuous improvement, we are building a greener future for bin-bag manufacturing—one Hero product at a time.