Softys Peru Recovers More Than 79,000 Tons of Paper and Cardboard, Expands Recycling Network

Softys Peru reported that it recovered 79,389 tons of paper and cardboard in 2025 as part of its efforts to strengthen the recycling chain and increase the use of recovered fibers in production processes.

The initiative is managed by the company’s Paper Recovery unit, which oversees the collection, sorting, processing, and reintegration of recovered materials into production cycles. According to the company, the program supports the development of a more efficient resource recovery system and contributes to the expansion of the circular economy in Peru.

Paper and cardboard recycling continues to gain importance in the country’s waste management system. Data from Peru’s Ministry of the Environment indicate that approximately 23,000 tons of waste are generated daily, with up to 78% of that volume considered potentially recyclable.

To support material recovery, Softys Peru has established a network of more than 210 suppliers across multiple regions of the country. The company said it provides training and technical assistance programs aimed at improving the quality of recovered materials, enhancing traceability, and increasing operational efficiency throughout the recycling chain.

The company also works with municipalities, businesses, and organizations on awareness campaigns that promote the proper separation of waste at the source. According to Softys Peru, these initiatives have benefited more than 1,600 families involved in recycling activities, supporting material recovery efforts and strengthening the recycling value chain.

In addition to environmental benefits, the company highlighted the economic impact of recycling activities. Ministry of the Environment data indicate that formalized recycling companies in various regions of Peru have increased revenues from the sale of recyclable materials.

As part of its future plans, Softys Peru aims to increase paper and cardboard recovery volumes by 2026, expand its supplier network, and develop new partnerships to support the circular economy and the wider use of recycled fibers in the Peruvian market.