Traceable Marine Plastic

BY WATERHAUL

The ocean’s most harmful plastic waste transformed into a resource.

Recovered and recycled in the UK, traceable from port to pellet and embedded with impact.

For creating products for change.

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Traceable Impact

We track the recovery and source location of every KG of fishing gear recovered into our recycling stream, tracing this throughout the process; from port, to pellet, to product.

Performance

Proven performance across a broad range of manufacturing applications, driven by exceptional polymer purity delivered through a patented filtration process.

Circular

We support partner brands to enable circularity across multiple lifecycles and implement takeback schemes and closed loop end-of-life recycling.

Made in UK

All of our marine plastic is recovered and reprocessed entirely within in the UK from end-of-life fishing gear and recovered ghost gear through a innovative, energy efficient process.

Our polymers:

Polypropylene

Polypropylene is a lightweight, durable polymer, commonly used in fishing gear in forms such as ropes, bait bags and mooring lines. In its recycled form, it's a versatile plastic suited to use in a very broad range of consumer goods through injection moulding.

Recycled HDPE marine plastic pellets from fishing nets

High Density Polyethylene

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is a tough, versatile material often found in trawl fishing nets, marine ropes and containers. Its exceptional impact, chemical resistance and durability make this recycled marine plastic ideal for a broad range of applications including extrusion, blow moulding, rotomoulding and injection moulding.

Nylon (In development)

Nylon (Polyamide-6) is an engineering plastic valued for its high tensile strength and flexibility, commonly used in monofilament fishing nets and lines. Its excellent abrasion resistance and durability make recycled nylon a perfect fit for precision parts designed to endure heavy wear or impact.

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Recycled fishing net plastic pellets - HDPE

POLYMERS WITH A POSITIVE IMPACT

Waterhaul is dedicated to tackling the problem of ghost gear – lost, abandoned, or discarded fishing gear; the most directly harmful form of marine plastic pollution. By transforming this plastic into high-performance polymers, we create value from what was once waste. This process incentivises fishers, harbours, and coastal communities to actively engage and join us in both recovering ghost gear and preventing its future accumulation, contributing to a cleaner, healthier ocean.

TRACEABILITY THROUGHOUT ENTIRE SUPPLY CHAIN

Our rigorous traceability standards mean that we can account for every kilogram of material received at our facility. From pick-up, to pellet, to product, our digital traceability system enables tracking throughout the entire recycling process. Our materials are processed in isolation which means that the pellets we create are made from the exact marine plastics that we feed into the system.

With every purchase of Traceable Marine Plastics from Waterhaul, you’ll receive a complete proportional breakdown of exactly where your materials were recovered from.

PROVEN PROCESS AND CREDENTIALS

Our entire recycling process takes place within the UK, minimising the carbon footprint of our operations and ensuring full traceability. All of our input materials have been sourced from UK harbours and coastline; with the Waterhaul team recovering ghost gear reported in Cornwall and the South West and efficiently recovering end-of-life fishing gear direct from harbours and intercept materials before entering landfill.

We provide clear, documented evidence of our recovery efforts, showcasing the journey from marine waste to performance material. Each batch is carefully processed, with images of our recoveries and clean-up missions available to demonstrate the direct impact of our operations.

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Applications

Our traceable plastic pellets have been utilised by a wide range of industries to create sustainable, high-quality products. Available in volumes from 10KG up to full container loads. Our pellets provide a reliable and sustainable alternative that meets the diverse needs of manufacturers. By integrating our pellets into their production processes, companies across the globe are reducing their environmental impact while maintaining the integrity and performance of their products.

Injection Moulding

Blow Moulding

Extrusion

Rotational Moulding

BATCH TRACABILITY

Every batch of Traceable Marine Plastic is provided with detailed datasets on the recovery, sourcing and processing of the marine plastic. View an example of our latest batch via our digital traceability viewer below:

Product Traceability

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FAQS

What types of fishing gear and marine plastics does Waterhaul recycle?

Waterhaul offers the broadest available range of fishing gear, rope and marine plastic recycling capabilities currently available within the UK. We believe offering a complete scope of accepted materials (including all forms of fishing nets, a broad range of ropes and lines, nylon and monofilament netting, hard marine plastics, bait bags, and even end-of-life sails) is required to provide a comprehensive solution to prevent potential sources of marine plastic pollution.

What are plastic pellets and how are they used?

Plastic pellets, also known as nurdles or resin pellets, are small granules typically used as the raw material in the production of plastic products. These pellets are melted down and molded into various shapes to create items ranging from sunglasses to automotive parts. They are a critical component in the manufacturing process of most plastic goods. At Waterhaul, we've been recycling and producing products from recycled ocean plastic pellets for years, but in 2024, after scaling our recycling process we've launched our Traceable Marine Plastic to make our pellets commercially available to other brands.

How are traceable plastic pellets different from regular pellets?

Traceable plastic pellets are designed with unique identifiers that allow them to be tracked throughout the supply chain. This traceability ensures transparency and accountability, helping companies verify the origin of the pellets and ensuring that they are sourced and handled responsibly. This innovation is crucial in preventing environmental contamination and promoting sustainable practices.

What are the benefits of using recycled polymer pellets?

Recycled plastic pellets offer numerous environmental and economic benefits. By using recycled materials, manufacturers reduce the demand for virgin plastics, conserve natural resources, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, recycled pellets help divert plastic waste from landfills and oceans, contributing to a more circular economy. Specifically, our Traceable Marine Plastic

What Is the process for recycling fishing gear and marine plastic into plastic pellets?

Recycling plastic pellets involves collecting and sorting plastic waste, cleaning and shredding it into small pieces, and then melting and reforming these pieces into new pellets. These recycled pellets can then be reintroduced into the manufacturing process to create new products. This recycling loop helps reduce the environmental impact of plastic production and encourages the reuse of materials.

What industries commonly use plastic pellets?

Plastic pellets are widely used across various industries, including packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, and consumer goods. In packaging, pellets are molded into containers, bottles, and wrapping materials. The automotive industry uses them to manufacture components like dashboards, bumpers, and interior trims. In construction, they are used to produce piping, insulation, and other building materials. Electronics companies utilise plastic pellets to create casings and components, while consumer goods industries rely on them for everything from household items to toys. The versatility of plastic pellets makes them essential in many manufacturing sectors.

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Working with Waterhaul's ocean plastic has added another exciting sustainable option for us at Great Central Plastics. It performs exceptionally well in our injection moulding process; the material's flow rate is comparable to virgin-grade plastics, allowing for smooth, consistent moulding, and the pellet quality is remarkably uniform throughout. Not only does it meet our high manufacturing standards, but it's also a sustainable choice that aligns with our environmental goals. Waterhaul's materials offer both performance and purpose, and we’re excited to work with them on future projects.

Kiron Phillips

Great Central Plastics

As an injection moulding company Casting Support Systems welcomes using reprocessed plastic materials where ever possible. The material supplied to us from Waterhaul to manufacture the Bag Hoop product has always been to a good standard, free of contaminates and is generally a very stable material which is fit for the purpose of the product. Processing wise its very similar to processing a virgin material, the compromise being you have lower impact and chemical resistances but a lot of products do not need the higher specifications of a virgin material.

Mike Eveleigh

Casting Support Systems Ltd.

Although this material is of a reprocessed nature, from a plastic injection moulding point of view it holds many of the characteristics of a virgin grade material in terms of flow rate and is always consistent throughout.

Kevin Webb

Travin Products

CONTACT US

Interested in sourcing ocean plastic for use in your products or project, or joining us as a marine plastic waste collection partner? Drop us a message and a member of the Waterhaul team will get straight back to you to.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TRACEABLE MARINE PLASTIC

Fishing Net Recycling in the UK: Turning Ocean Waste into Opportunity

At Waterhaul, we're passionate about addressing one of the ocean's most pressing challenges: the proliferation of ghost gear. Ghost gear often comes from abandoned or damaged fishing gear that continues its deadly purpose. We also view end of life fishing gear as a key consideration, as there are limited recycling solutions. Recycling end of life fishing gear before it becomes “ghost gear” in the traditional sense of the word, is another one of our fundamental focuses. Join us as we explore the world of fishing net recycling in the UK, a journey that transforms environmental threats into innovative solutions.

The Difference Between Marine Plastic and 'Oceanbound' Plastic

We’re focussed on giving ocean plastic a second chance. We take plastic that’s been wreaking havoc on our seas—like abandoned fishing nets—and transform it into traceable, high-quality plastic pellets. This isn't just good for the environment; it's also great for businesses looking to source ethically and transparently. In this article, we’re diving into the actual differences between marine plastic and oceanbound plastic, and why we believe Waterhaul’s Traceable Marine plastic is the absolute best choice for businesses that want to make a real impact. What’s the Difference Between Marine Plastic and Oceanbound Plastic?