EPUR
EPUR is a French waste management and recycling company (founded 1950, subsidiary of Praxy Developpement) that provides integrated collection, valorization, and international trading of secondary raw materials for industrial firms, local authorities, and eco-organismes across 7\u201310 sites in France and the Netherlands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1950
- HeadquartersMarseille, France
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What EPUR does
EPUR is a France-headquartered waste management and circular-economy company founded in 1950 and operating today as a subsidiary of holding company Praxy Developpement. The company runs three interconnected divisions: Environmental Services (integrated collection, sorting, storage, and treatment for industrial and public-sector clients), Valorisation & Industry (waste processing including Solid Recovered Fuel production, WEEE dismantling, battery processing, end-of-life vehicle and boat deconstruction), and Commercialization (international trading of secondary raw materials to refiners, steel works, and foundries).
EPUR's operational footprint spans 7\u201310 collection and processing sites along the Paris\u2013Lyon\u2013Marseille axis, one site in Gameren (Netherlands), and four professional d\u00e9chetteries. The company pioneered Solid Recovered Fuel production in France in 2010 and processes over 190,000\u2013400,000 tonnes of waste per year across more than 120,000 m\u00b2 of industrial land. Core technology includes shredders, shear presses, balers, WEEE plastic-extraction lines achieving near-99% purity, and proprietary battery processing under Prefectoral Orders. EPUR holds triple ISO certification (9001, 14001, 45001) and operates under multiple ICPE environmental permits.
Revenue is generated through three streams: managed-service contracts for integrated waste management (industrial and local-authority clients), container rental and d\u00e9chetterie drop-off fees (mid-market and individuals), and secondary raw materials trading (transaction-based, exported via a network of 15+ international traders across six geographic zones). EPUR also serves as a contracted processing partner for at least ten French eco-organismes (Eco-Mobilier, Valdelia, Eco-Syst\u00e8mes, Ecologic, ERP, Recylum, Cor\u00e9pile, Screlec, Aliapur, PV Cycle) handling Extended Producer Responsibility streams. The company employs 150\u2013200+ people, with stated revenue of either €65M+ (entity-level, French page) or €200M+ (group/consolidated, English page) \u2014 the discrepancy reflects differing reporting scopes rather than inconsistency in the underlying business.
EPUR firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- EPUR
- Legal name
- EPUR
- Website
- https://epur.fr
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1950
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- EPUR is a French waste management and recycling company (founded 1950, subsidiary of Praxy Developpement) that provides integrated collection, valorization, and international trading of secondary raw materials for industrial firms, local authorities, and eco-organismes across 7\u201310 sites in France and the Netherlands.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
EPUR industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Waste Management Services
- NAICS
- Solid Waste Collection (562111), Hazardous Waste Collection (562112), Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211), Waste Treatment and Disposal (5622)
- SIC
- Refuse Systems (4953), Hazardous Waste Management (4955), Sanitary Services (4950)
- akta.pro primary industry
- E-waste & Universal Waste Collection/Transfer (Electronics, Lamps, Batteries) (EUAIABAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- E-Waste (WEEE) Collection, Refurbishment & Recycling (IMAIAFAH), Universal Waste Management (Batteries, Lamps, Mercury Devices, Aerosols) (BPALAFAJ), Hazardous Waste & Universal Waste Handling (Batteries, Lamps, Aerosols) (BPABALAE), Universal Waste Management (Batteries, Lamps, Mercury-Containing) (BPALAHAL)
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Where EPUR is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Marseille
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices10 records
Markets served
EPUR business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Container Rental and Waste Collection Services: EPUR rents containers (benes 6–30m3, tanks, box pallets, large bulk recipients, large wooden crates, drums 6–30m3) to customers and collects waste from their sites. Services are priced based on container type, waste category, volume, and collection frequency.
- Materials Trading (Secondary Raw Materials): EPUR collects, processes, and trades secondary raw materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, wood, paper, cardboard, WEEE, batteries, and Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF). Revenue is generated from the sale of processed materials to refiners, steel works, foundries, and manufacturers. The company exports to markets across Europe, Asia (including China), Middle East, Africa, and the Americas through dedicated international trading teams.
- Integrated Waste Management Services: EPUR provides end-to-end waste management including collection, sorting, storage, consolidation, treatment, and valorization. Services are contracted to industrial companies, local authorities, and eco-organismes on a service fee basis.
- Professional Waste Drop-off (Déchetteries): Four waste collection centers accept waste from professionals and individuals, charging fees based on waste type and weight. Materials with market value (ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals) may be purchased from customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Monthly | Container rental service for professionals |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Déchetterie drop-off for professionals and individuals |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Integrated waste management contracts |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
EPUR product offering
Product offeringCore offering
EPUR provides integrated industrial waste management covering the full waste lifecycle from collection, sorting, storage, and consolidation through treatment and valorization. The company operates three divisions: Environmental Services (integrated waste management for industrial and public-sector clients), Valorisation & Industry (processing of WEEE, end-of-life vehicles and boats, batteries, and Solid Recovered Fuel production), and Commercialization of Recycled Materials (trading of secondary raw materials to refiners, steel works, and manufacturers globally).
Product overview
EPUR is a waste management and recycling company operating three interconnected divisions: Environmental Services Division provides integrated waste management from collection through valorization; Valorisation & Industry Division handles waste processing including SRF production, end-of-life vehicle and boat deconstruction, and battery processing; and the Commercialization Division trades secondary raw materials to industrial consumers. The company also offers container rental services and operates professional waste recycling centers (déchetteries). The three divisions work together to manage the full waste lifecycle from producer to end consumer, delivering materials to steel works, foundries, and manufacturers worldwide.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Environmental Services Division
- Valorisation & Industry Division
- Commercialization of Recycled Materials
- Container Rental Service
- Déchetteries (Waste Recycling Centers)
- Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF/CSR) Production
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 400,000 tonnes of waste processed per year
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use EPUR
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
EPUR technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
EPUR partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- PRAXY NetworkflagshipPRAXY is a national recycling network established in 2000 as a commercial trading company representing independent regional waste management companies. EPUR is a founder member. The network provides national coverage while maintaining regional responsiveness, with member companies recognized for their expertise and professionalism. The network enables integrated waste management services across France.
- Eco-MobiliercoreEco-Mobilier is an eco-organization for end-of-life furniture under France's Extended Producer Responsibility (REP) scheme. EPUR processes furniture waste on behalf of Eco-Mobilier, collecting, sorting, and valorizing furniture through recycling or energy recovery. EPUR participates in the circular economy by contributing to Eco-Mobilier's mission of collecting and recycling used furniture, which in 2015 alone helped avoid the emission of 70,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
- ValdeliacoreValdelia is the eco-organization for professional furniture under France's EPR scheme. EPUR collects and processes professional furniture waste on behalf of Valdelia.
- Eco-SystèmescoreEco-Systèmes is an eco-organization managing WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) under EPR. EPUR processes WEEE including CPUs, large household appliances, and electronic equipment, extracting plastics and metals for recycling.
- PV CyclecorePV Cycle is the eco-organization accredited by the French government (January 2015) for managing end-of-life photovoltaic panels under EPR. EPUR Montpellier (34), EPUR Gignac-La-Nerthe (13), Mâcon, and Digoin sites are designated as Voluntary Collection Points for used photovoltaic panels.
- AliapurcoreAliapur is the main organization managing used tyres in France, established by seven major tyre manufacturers (Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Goodyear, Kléber, Michelin, Pirelli). EPUR collects used tyres on behalf of Aliapur in the Saône-et-Loire department. Aliapur manages a network collecting and valorizing nearly 40 million tyres per year.
- RecylumcoreRecylum is the eco-organization for lighting sources (end-of-life lamps and lighting equipment) under France's EPR scheme. EPUR processes lighting waste including the recovery of materials such as glass and metals.
- Corépile and ScreleccoreCorépile and Screlec are eco-organizations managing batteries and accumulators under France's EPR scheme. EPUR collects and processes all types of batteries including starter batteries, industrial traction batteries, and stationary batteries, recovering lead, plastic, and acid.
- EcologiccoreEcologic is an eco-organization managing WEEE and other waste streams under EPR. EPUR processes WEEE on behalf of Ecologic.
- ERP ( EcosystemesERP)coreERP is another eco-organization operating in the WEEE management space under EPR. EPUR processes electrical and electronic waste on behalf of ERP.
- SCUOELA AssociationminorSCUOELA is a charitable association created in June 2013 that builds and runs schools in remote areas of the world lacking educational infrastructure. EPUR Group provides financial support to SCUOELA, which built the Felix Schola school in Roff, Senegal (opened February 2015). This is a corporate social responsibility initiative rather than a commercial partnership.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
EPUR competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Paprec Group: One of France's largest independent recycling and waste management groups, operating collection, sorting, and materials recovery infrastructure nationwide. Comparable to EPUR on integrated recycling, multi-stream capability, and French site network.
- Derichebourg: French-listed group with major environmental services and metal recycling divisions trading scrap ferrous and non-ferrous metals internationally. Highly comparable to EPUR on metals trading, scrap valorization, and global export operations.
- CHR Group (Charles Henri & Raphaël): French metal recycling and industrial services group with sites across France, handling ferrous and non-ferrous scrap for steel works and foundries. Directly comparable to EPUR Metal on domestic ferrous/non-ferrous trading.
- SARP-Industries (Suez subsidiary): Major French hazardous waste treatment specialist operating under ICPE permits and Prefectoral Orders across multiple sites. Directly comparable to EPUR's hazardous waste consolidation, SRF adjacency, and industrial customer base in France.
- Galloo: French-Belgian metal recycler and WEEE processor with shredding, sorting, and international trading operations. Comparable to EPUR Metal division on non-ferrous/ferrous processing and cross-border scrap trading.
- Séché Environnement: French-listed hazardous and industrial waste management group offering collection, treatment, and valorization across diverse waste streams. Closest direct comparable to EPUR in scope (hazardous + non-hazardous + materials recovery) and French footprint.
- Bartin Recycling: French family-owned recycling group operating WEEE, lamp, and battery processing facilities for eco-organismes. Direct comparable to EPUR on EPR-aligned WEEE and battery processing streams.
Broad incumbents
- Veolia Environmental Services (France): Global environmental services giant with a substantial French waste collection, recycling, and hazardous waste business post-Suez merger. Overlaps EPUR across virtually all services but operates as a broad incumbent rather than a regional specialist.
Regional players
- Renewi: UK/Benelux-listed waste-to-materials group operating collection, sorting, and recycling infrastructure in Northwestern Europe. Comparable to EPUR on integrated recycling services and Benelux site footprint (including Netherlands), though EPUR's primary market remains France.
Others
- Eco-Mobilier: French eco-organisme for furniture EPR scheme and a customer/partner of EPUR rather than a competitor. Included because it represents a direct channel relationship that defines a significant portion of EPUR's processing volume.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
EPUR social profiles
Digital presenceEPUR compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
EPUR financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
EPUR leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
EPUR subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries7 records
EPUR funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
EPUR M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about EPUR
What does EPUR do?
EPUR provides integrated industrial waste management covering the full waste lifecycle from collection, sorting, storage, and consolidation through treatment and valorization. The company operates three divisions: Environmental Services (integrated waste management for industrial and public-sector clients), Valorisation & Industry (processing of WEEE, end-of-life vehicles and boats, batteries, and Solid Recovered Fuel production), and Commercialization of Recycled Materials (trading of secondary raw materials to refiners, steel works, and manufacturers globally).
Is EPUR a public or private company?
EPUR is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was EPUR founded?
EPUR was founded in 1950. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is EPUR based?
EPUR is headquartered in Marseille, France, in the Europe region.
How does EPUR make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Container Rental and Waste Collection Services are the primary driver. The others are materials Trading (Secondary Raw Materials), integrated Waste Management Services and professional Waste Drop-off (Déchetteries).
Who are EPUR's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Paprec Group, Derichebourg, CHR Group (Charles Henri & Raphaël), SARP-Industries (Suez subsidiary), Galloo, Séché Environnement and Bartin Recycling. Veolia Environmental Services (France) is listed as a broad incumbent. Renewi is listed as a regional player. Eco-Mobilier is listed as an others.
Does EPUR have an API?
No public API is recorded for EPUR.
What industry is EPUR in?
EPUR's product category is Waste Management Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAIABAG, E-waste & Universal Waste Collection/Transfer (Electronics, Lamps, Batteries), with a secondary code of IMAIAFAH, E-Waste (WEEE) Collection, Refurbishment & Recycling. Its NAICS code is 562111 and its SIC code is 4953.