Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 28th May 2026 Issue no. 1212
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NHS Tayside food waste contract awarded to Keenan Recycling
NHS Tayside, a leading healthcare provider in Scotland, has awarded a significant food waste contract to Keenan Recycling. This partnership aims to reduce food waste, promote sustainability, and contribute to the health and wellbeing of the community.
The renowned provider of sustainable waste management solutions, will be responsible for collecting and processing food waste generated by NHS Tayside's facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and community health centres.
The partnership will involve the implementation of innovative waste management strategies to divert food waste from landfills and maximise its potential for resource recovery.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with NHS Tayside, a pioneer in healthcare delivery,” says Gary Mills, UK sales manager at Keenan Recycling. “By working together, we can make a significant impact on reducing food waste and promoting a more sustainable healthcare system."
The partnership aligns with NHS Tayside's commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. By reducing food waste, the organisation can contribute to a healthier planet and a more resilient healthcare system.
NHS Tayside is a healthcare board that provides services to Angus, Dundee City, and Perth and Kinross. With its headquarters at Ninewells Hospital, one of the world's largest hospitals, NHS Tayside serves a population of over 400,000 people.
Keenan Recycling, the largest food waste collection company in the UK, collects food waste from every postcode in Wales, Scotland, and England on its own fleet. Food waste is collected from businesses and is then transformed into either compost, renewable electricity, gas, heat, or fuel. Its ever-growing fleet of specialised food waste collection vehicles including hydrogen and HVO, operate across 22 depots, offering private and public sector clients an opportunity to segregate food waste, lower their carbon footprint, and improve their green credentials.
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