RLG joins Cibutex

Unlocking circularity in a high-potential, under-managed waste stream

B2B textiles represent a significant but still under-controlled material stream. Large volumes of textiles are placed on the market and removed from use every year, yet much of this material continues to be downcycled, sent to energy recovery or disposed of.

Recent research from Reconomy highlights a clear opportunity: while B2B textiles are often more suitable for recycling than B2C materials, circular solutions have yet to scale due to structural barriers including fragmented collection systems, limited data visibility and underdeveloped end markets.

From compliance to scalable circular systems

Through its membership of Cibutex, RLG will bring together regulatory expertise and operational execution to help textile producers and suppliers:

• Navigate increasingly complex EPR requirements across multiple European markets
• Build compliant take-back and collection systems
• Access a growing network of sorting, reuse and recycling partners
• Scale both closed-loop and open-loop circular solutions

As a global operator managing more than 40 producer responsibility organisations (PROs) and take-back systems across 15 countries, RLG is uniquely positioned to connect compliance with real-world implementation.

Strengthening the European textile value chain‍

Through this collaboration, RLG will:

• Expand its network of textile sorting and recycling partners
• Strengthen cross-industry data sharing and transparency
• Support the development of scalable circular infrastructure for B2B textiles

Industry perspective

Steffen Kück, Senior Sales Manager ECS at Reverse Logistics Group, said:

“Joining Cibutex strengthens our ability to support the B2B textile sector at a time of rapid regulatory change. Producers are facing increasing complexity, but also a significant opportunity to build more circular systems. By combining our EPR expertise with Cibutex’ industry network, we can help organisations move beyond pilots towards scalable, compliant and commercially viable solutions.”

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