Axil embarked on a partnership with CBRE, starting an innovative journey in waste management that not only resulted in substantial annual savings of £150,000 but also achieved a remarkable recycling rate exceeding 90%.

Commitment to Zero Waste and Impeccable Service
Axil’s dedication to zero waste to landfill is complemented by an impeccable service record, achieving a 100% success rate in emergency callouts well within the four-hour KPI window, setting a new benchmark for excellence in waste management.
Collaboration with CBRE
The collaboration with CBRE proved instrumental in delivering tailored solutions, yielding significant savings of £150,000 in the inaugural year, aligning seamlessly with CBRE’s commitment to building future-ready real estate solutions.
Holistic Approach to Waste Management
Axil’s approach extends beyond mere waste management; it involves strategic collaboration with clients to enhance on-site environmental performance, reduce transport costs, increase recycling rates, and deliver substantial savings, aligning perfectly with CBRE’s mission.
Dedicated Customer Services and Supply Chain Management
Axil distinguishes itself by providing a unified, hassle-free experience through a dedicated Customer Services team and disciplined, compliant supply chain management, ensuring efficient and accountable waste management practices.
Addressing the Challenge
Axil responded to CBRE’s challenge by appointing a dedicated Waste Contract Manager. This strategic role delved into material review, compliance assurance, duty of care management, sustainable outlet identification, benchmarking costs, and leveraging the supply chain to optimise waste management processes.
Innovation Founded on Analysis
Axil’s proposal went beyond cost reduction; it entailed a comprehensive technical analysis of materials and client needs. With expertise in hazardous waste, Axil identified recycling opportunities, resulting in unprecedented cost savings, high recycling rates, and improved customer service.

Data led Innovation
Axil’s robust data system, developed collaboratively with CBRE, enables real-time monitoring of waste and recycling volumes. This data-driven approach identifies patterns, leading to actionable insights for continuous improvement, with a focus on sustainability.
Collaborative Working
Axil’s collaboration with a trusted supply partner introduced innovative thermal treatment technology, enabling the recovery of valuable oil resources and achieving a recycling rate of over 90%. This collaboration not only met but exceeded environmental sustainability goals, ensuring a responsive service in emergency callouts.
Tangible and Intangible Benefits
Axil’s solutions provide measurable cost savings, regulatory compliance, heightened operational efficiency, elevated service excellence, enhanced brand value, an engaged workforce, a culture of continuous innovation, a competitive edge, and strengthened client relationships.
The Future – Best Practice Sharing
Axil’s innovative approach is all about looking at the waste industry through a different lens. Sharing best practices is crucial for attracting top talent, meeting climate commitments, complying with environmental regulations, and investing in cutting-edge equipment, thereby shaping the future of sustainable business practices.
In Summary
Axil approaches challenges in a completely new way, achieving significant financial savings, high recycling rates, and service success. The consultative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to excellence make Axil a transformative partner.
‘The support Axil provides is fantastic and compared to other, more established supply chain, Axil’s ESG and business strategy aligns with CBRE but also what our customers want. Axil is now a preferred supplier and has, from the start, proactively challenged us for data and information to find the best solutions.’