UK plastic recycling charity Recoup has appointed of Adrian Whyle as vice chair of its Board, taking the role over from Glyn Staines who steps down after five years.
In this role, Mr Whyle will support and guide Recoup’s strategic and practical initiatives, strengthen governance, and help drive genuine collaboration and forward thinking across the whole plastics value chain. He brings over 35 years’ international experience in the speciality chemicals and plastics industry, across a variety of roles.
The organisation said appointment reflects its ongoing commitment to leadership excellence and delivering the longstanding aims of the organisation.
Mr Whyle commented: “I have supported Recoup for many years as a Board member, and really looking forward to seeing how far the network can push plastic circularity in the coming years. I hope to play a key role in working with industry and charity partners, members, and stakeholders to advance Recoup’s mission.”
Recoup’s chair Jim Armstrong added: “Adrian is very well known and respected across business, academia and government, and I am delighted that he has taken on the vice chair role. His extensive experience and strategic perspective will be invaluable as we continue to build stronger connections across the plastics value chain and enhance our impact in delivering circular plastics systems while reducing impacts on the environment.”
