Scotland to open its first tyre recycling plant

The Scottish Government has approved plans to build the country’s first dedicated tyre recycling plant, which will be located in Linwood, Renfrewshire, near Glasgow.

The facility will be operated by Renfrewshire-based SSH Recycling and is expected to process up to 100,000 tonnes of waste tyres annually, creating 80 local jobs and preventing 2.7-tonnes of CO₂ emissions for every tonne of tyre processed.

Construction begins in 2025, with operations slated for 2027. It represents an investment of over £120 million by the Scottish Government.

Robert Keay, director of operations at SSH Recycling, said: “The approval of this facility represents a major milestone in Scotland’s transition to a circular economy. By transforming waste tyres into valuable materials, we’re addressing a significant environmental problem and supporting other industries to lower their carbon footprints.

“We’re proud that this plant sets new standards for sustainable resource management, while providing local jobs, investing in the local economy, and protecting Scotland’s environment.”