PRNZ (Plastics Recycling New Zealand) brings together expertise in waste collection, resource recovery and plastics manufacturing. Through our specialist recycling facilities in Auckland and Christchurch, we transform plastic waste into high-quality recycled materials, supporting a circular economy across Aotearoa.
Transforming plastic waste into high quality recycled materials, helping businesses reduce waste and keep resources in circulation.
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Specialist Auckland and Christchurch facilities process plastic waste into high-quality recycled materials for manufacturing and construction.
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Specialist Auckland and Christchurch facilities process plastic waste into high quality recycled materials for manufacturing and construction.
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We're committed to building a circular economy through innovative recycling, resource recovery, industry collaboration, and environmental stewardship.
Through our facilities in Auckland and Christchurch, PRNZ processes thousands of tonnes of plastic annually, helping reduce landfill, support local manufacturing, lower transport emissions and keep valuable materials circulating within New Zealand's economy.
Supported by a grant from the Plastics Innovation Fund, PRNZ is investing in solutions that reduce construction and demolition waste, helping keep valuable materials in circulation across New Zealand.
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We recycle a range of plastic materials including uPVC, HDPE, LDPE and polypropylene (PP). These materials are processed into high-quality recycled resins for manufacturing and other end-use applications.
PRNZ was created to provide a nationwide recycling solution for rigid plastics, reducing reliance on virgin materials and supporting a circular economy.
Our process includes:
Collection & Sorting – Plastic waste is collected and sorted into material types.
Shredding & Granulation – Plastics are broken down into smaller, manageable pieces.
Washing – Contaminants are removed to ensure high-quality recyclate.
Extrusion & Pelletising – Plastics are transformed into resins suitable for manufacturing.
Reintegration – Recycled materials are supplied for use in manufacturing applications including pipes, conduits, construction and infrastructure products.
PRNZ North Island Facility is based in Penrose, Auckland. The facility processes post-consumer and industrial plastic waste, producing high-quality recycled materials that support manufacturing, resource recovery and circular economy outcomes across New Zealand.
PRNZ South Island Facility is based in Hornby South, Christchurch. Operating since 2005, the facility processes HDPE, LDPE, polypropylene, and post-consumer bottle streams while producing high-quality recycled resin for manufacturing applications.
We provide recycling solutions for businesses looking to responsibly manage plastic waste and support resource recovery outcomes.
Industries we serve include:
By collaborating with WM New Zealand and Aliaxis, we are building a robust collection and recycling network to support these industries and reduce waste to landfill.
