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About PRNZ

PRNZ, a joint venture between WM New Zealand and Aliaxis, operates Aotearoa’s only uPVC reprocessing facility, investing in plastics recycling with a nationwide collection and processing network.

PRNZ is a joint venture between WM New Zealand and Aliaxis.

 This partnership combines expertise in waste collection and plastics manufacturing to create a sustainable future.

Aliaxis is a global leader in sustainable piping solutions, with operations in over 45 countries. Committed to driving sustainability, Aliaxis has set ambitious targets to increase recycled content in its products, reduce its carbon footprint, and support circular solutions worldwide.

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WM New Zealand is the country’s leading recycling and waste management provider, collecting and processing over 1 million tonnes of waste annually. Through its sustainability strategy, WM Porohita, the company is focused on achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, increasing recycling rates, and driving innovation.

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Key Highlights

Strategic Partnership

Strategic Partnership

A joint venture between WM New Zealand & Aliaxis.

PVC Reprocessing

PVC Reprocessing

The only PVC reprocessing facility in New Zealand.

Sustainable Investment

Sustainable Investment

Making a significant investment in plastics recycling.

Nationwide Network

Nationwide Network

Nationwide network of collection and processing.

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Our Commitment to Sustainability

PRNZ was formed in 2022 with a clear goal: to reduce plastic construction and demolition waste by transforming it into high-quality recycled raw materials.

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Investing in Recycling

Supported by a grant from the Plastics Innovation Fund, PRNZ is leading the charge in reducing construction and demolition waste.

Collaborating for Impact

  • WM New Zealand – Collecting plastic waste.
  • Aliaxis – Transforming recyclate into new products.
  • Environmental Innovation Centre – Researching better waste management solutions.

Scaling Up

  • New Auckland processing facility is now fully operational.
  • South Island solutions in place, with further developments in 2025. 
  • Expanding our uPVC and HDPE collection network nationwide.

Our Facilities

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PRNZ

Located in Penrose, Auckland.

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North Island Facility

  • Located at WM Maurice Rd site, Penrose, Auckland.
  • Capable of processing HDPE, uPVC, PP, and potentially LDPE.
  • Target processing of 3,900 tonnes per year by 2027.

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Located in Hornby South, Christchurch.

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South Island Facility

  • Located in Hornby South, Christchurch.
  • One of the only plastic reprocessing facility in the South Island.
  • Processes 2,800 tonnes per year, including post-consumer and post-industrial plastics.