About us

Who we are

Navigating the complexities of waste management while ensuring compliance with diverse state laws can be challenging. At RLG, we’ve made it our mission to simplify this process for you. As your environmental compliance safeguard and circular economy enabler, we connect stakeholders across the reverse logistics value chain.

We aim to streamline processes, foster innovation, and enhance revenue opportunities. Join us in making the circular economy a reality for a better planet, securing a sustainable future for generations to come.

What we do

RLG acts as your partner, providing data-driven and innovative return, reuse, recycling and disposal solutions. We use our unique combination of market independence and innovative IT systems to help you maintain consistent standards across the returns and compliance processes.

Our dedicated teams monitor legislation, manage product data and report on targets. At the same time, they ensure environmental compliance and stability of the take-back process.

Our vision

To create a better planet for future generations by putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do. We want to achieve a truly sustainable world through our innovative solutions.

Our mission

To solve complex environmental challenges by using data, local expertise and thought leadership – to drive global corporate accountability.

“Following the principles of a Circular Economy ultimately leads us to the necessity of changing business models, where ‘reverse’ has to be a strategic element – an opportunity rather than a must”.

Patrick WiedemannChief Executive Officer

We are a Reconomy Company

RLG is part of Reconomy, an international circular economy specialist that combines technology, skills and incredible people to build sustainability ‘Loops’ that create circular opportunities for business. Our vision is a waste-free world where resources are conserved, and economic growth is achieved through sustainable circular means.

How does RLG fit in?

Together with our affinity companies Valpak and Noventiz in the Comply Loop, we are solving increasingly complex environmental regulatory challenges using data, expert local knowledge and thought-leadership to drive business accountability across the globe.

Our Path to Excellence

RLG’s commitment to excellence began with a recognition of the need for sustainable development and environmental compliance. Since then, our efforts have been shaped by a continuous drive for quality, environmental stewardship, and innovation. Below is a look at our journey to ISO certification and operational milestones:

2014: RLG initiated the process to obtain ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) certifications, establishing standards for quality and environmental responsibility.

2015: Successfully achieved ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification, formalizing our dedication to consistent service quality and environmental care.

2018: Transitioned to the 2015 revisions of ISO 9001 and 14001, further reinforcing our high standards.

2023: Achieved ISO 27001:2017 certification for information security, showcasing our commitment to data protection and secure management practices.

2024–2025: Integrating management systems within RLG GmbH to include Comply Loop companies, establishing a unified certification across 23 companies in 9 countries by 2025.

Our path to excellence is a testament to our dedication to continuous improvement, innovation, and exceeding customer expectations.

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Environmental Impact at RLG

Our global operations reflect a commitment to creating meaningful environmental impacts. Our efforts are focused on three key areas:

Global Reach for Sustainable Solutions: Operating in over 80 countries with 26 local hubs to drive circular economy practices worldwide.
Data-Driven Environmental Management: Our extensive database of products and packaging provides valuable insights for better resource management and compliance.
Empowering a Sustainable Workforce: With 600+ employees dedicated to environmental progress, we are actively fostering innovation and commitment to sustainability.