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The Advertiser
3 days ago
- Health
- The Advertiser
World Environment Day asks us to help turn the tide on plastic in the ocean
Every minute, more than 250 kilograms of plastic enter the Australian environment, that's about 145,000 tonnes each year. The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's oceans. Their plastics campaign manager, Cip Hamilton, said plastic pollution is causing unnecessary devastation to our marine life. "Every marine species has encountered plastic pollution, and none of the impacts are positive. It's entangling turtles, suffocating corals and starving seagulls," she said. "We recently saw a 90-day-old seabird chick over on Lord Howe Island with over 400 pieces of plastic in its stomach - the researchers could feel the crunch of plastic beneath their fingers as they handled the birds. This is not normal. This is not okay. We urgently need more action." The AMCS is calling for more to be done to stop plastic pollution at the source. "Corporations must be financially accountable for the packaging they place on our shelves and, importantly, we need government regulation to decrease the tidal wave of plastics that is inundating our beaches and oceans," Cip said. "We have a petition running calling for the Australian government to finalise a strong global plastics treaty, and we're also running a survey asking customers to compare the price of loose and packaged produce at the supermarkets. Last year, we found that 70 per cent of the time, it was more expensive to buy loose items than pre-packaged, so we're calling on customers to help us uncover these practices, and we'll use these results in our 2025 audit." If you want to add your voice to help reduce plastic pollution, you can sign the Strong Global Plastics Treaty petition available on You can also take part in the 2025 shopper survey by signing up on the Plastic Investigation Unit page. Plastic Free July is a global movement that empowers millions to be part of the solution to plastic pollution. If you want to take the challenge, you can find ideas at World Environment Day is the United Nations' biggest global platform for environmental awareness and action, celebrated every year on June 5. This year, the focus is on ending plastic pollution, with communities around the world encouraged to implement and advocate for lasting solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution. The global celebrations will be hosted by the Republic of Korea. Over the past 28 years, the country has made remarkable progress in improving water and air quality, managing chemicals safely, and protecting and restoring ecosystems. While plastic pollution is a major concern, it's also one we can solve. You can find more information by visiting Every minute, more than 250 kilograms of plastic enter the Australian environment, that's about 145,000 tonnes each year. The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's oceans. Their plastics campaign manager, Cip Hamilton, said plastic pollution is causing unnecessary devastation to our marine life. "Every marine species has encountered plastic pollution, and none of the impacts are positive. It's entangling turtles, suffocating corals and starving seagulls," she said. "We recently saw a 90-day-old seabird chick over on Lord Howe Island with over 400 pieces of plastic in its stomach - the researchers could feel the crunch of plastic beneath their fingers as they handled the birds. This is not normal. This is not okay. We urgently need more action." The AMCS is calling for more to be done to stop plastic pollution at the source. "Corporations must be financially accountable for the packaging they place on our shelves and, importantly, we need government regulation to decrease the tidal wave of plastics that is inundating our beaches and oceans," Cip said. "We have a petition running calling for the Australian government to finalise a strong global plastics treaty, and we're also running a survey asking customers to compare the price of loose and packaged produce at the supermarkets. Last year, we found that 70 per cent of the time, it was more expensive to buy loose items than pre-packaged, so we're calling on customers to help us uncover these practices, and we'll use these results in our 2025 audit." If you want to add your voice to help reduce plastic pollution, you can sign the Strong Global Plastics Treaty petition available on You can also take part in the 2025 shopper survey by signing up on the Plastic Investigation Unit page. Plastic Free July is a global movement that empowers millions to be part of the solution to plastic pollution. If you want to take the challenge, you can find ideas at World Environment Day is the United Nations' biggest global platform for environmental awareness and action, celebrated every year on June 5. This year, the focus is on ending plastic pollution, with communities around the world encouraged to implement and advocate for lasting solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution. The global celebrations will be hosted by the Republic of Korea. Over the past 28 years, the country has made remarkable progress in improving water and air quality, managing chemicals safely, and protecting and restoring ecosystems. While plastic pollution is a major concern, it's also one we can solve. You can find more information by visiting Every minute, more than 250 kilograms of plastic enter the Australian environment, that's about 145,000 tonnes each year. The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's oceans. Their plastics campaign manager, Cip Hamilton, said plastic pollution is causing unnecessary devastation to our marine life. "Every marine species has encountered plastic pollution, and none of the impacts are positive. It's entangling turtles, suffocating corals and starving seagulls," she said. "We recently saw a 90-day-old seabird chick over on Lord Howe Island with over 400 pieces of plastic in its stomach - the researchers could feel the crunch of plastic beneath their fingers as they handled the birds. This is not normal. This is not okay. We urgently need more action." The AMCS is calling for more to be done to stop plastic pollution at the source. "Corporations must be financially accountable for the packaging they place on our shelves and, importantly, we need government regulation to decrease the tidal wave of plastics that is inundating our beaches and oceans," Cip said. "We have a petition running calling for the Australian government to finalise a strong global plastics treaty, and we're also running a survey asking customers to compare the price of loose and packaged produce at the supermarkets. Last year, we found that 70 per cent of the time, it was more expensive to buy loose items than pre-packaged, so we're calling on customers to help us uncover these practices, and we'll use these results in our 2025 audit." If you want to add your voice to help reduce plastic pollution, you can sign the Strong Global Plastics Treaty petition available on You can also take part in the 2025 shopper survey by signing up on the Plastic Investigation Unit page. Plastic Free July is a global movement that empowers millions to be part of the solution to plastic pollution. If you want to take the challenge, you can find ideas at World Environment Day is the United Nations' biggest global platform for environmental awareness and action, celebrated every year on June 5. This year, the focus is on ending plastic pollution, with communities around the world encouraged to implement and advocate for lasting solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution. The global celebrations will be hosted by the Republic of Korea. Over the past 28 years, the country has made remarkable progress in improving water and air quality, managing chemicals safely, and protecting and restoring ecosystems. While plastic pollution is a major concern, it's also one we can solve. You can find more information by visiting Every minute, more than 250 kilograms of plastic enter the Australian environment, that's about 145,000 tonnes each year. The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's oceans. Their plastics campaign manager, Cip Hamilton, said plastic pollution is causing unnecessary devastation to our marine life. "Every marine species has encountered plastic pollution, and none of the impacts are positive. It's entangling turtles, suffocating corals and starving seagulls," she said. "We recently saw a 90-day-old seabird chick over on Lord Howe Island with over 400 pieces of plastic in its stomach - the researchers could feel the crunch of plastic beneath their fingers as they handled the birds. This is not normal. This is not okay. We urgently need more action." The AMCS is calling for more to be done to stop plastic pollution at the source. "Corporations must be financially accountable for the packaging they place on our shelves and, importantly, we need government regulation to decrease the tidal wave of plastics that is inundating our beaches and oceans," Cip said. "We have a petition running calling for the Australian government to finalise a strong global plastics treaty, and we're also running a survey asking customers to compare the price of loose and packaged produce at the supermarkets. Last year, we found that 70 per cent of the time, it was more expensive to buy loose items than pre-packaged, so we're calling on customers to help us uncover these practices, and we'll use these results in our 2025 audit." If you want to add your voice to help reduce plastic pollution, you can sign the Strong Global Plastics Treaty petition available on You can also take part in the 2025 shopper survey by signing up on the Plastic Investigation Unit page. Plastic Free July is a global movement that empowers millions to be part of the solution to plastic pollution. If you want to take the challenge, you can find ideas at World Environment Day is the United Nations' biggest global platform for environmental awareness and action, celebrated every year on June 5. This year, the focus is on ending plastic pollution, with communities around the world encouraged to implement and advocate for lasting solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution. The global celebrations will be hosted by the Republic of Korea. Over the past 28 years, the country has made remarkable progress in improving water and air quality, managing chemicals safely, and protecting and restoring ecosystems. While plastic pollution is a major concern, it's also one we can solve. You can find more information by visiting
Irish Examiner
04-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Limerick's AMCS acquires UK and Australian firms
Jimmy Martin's AMCS has continued its expansion with the acquisition of companies in the UK and Australia. The Limerick-headquartered software firm has made more than 20 acquisitions in recent years, as it expands its presence in the waste management and recycling sector. AMCS said it has acquired London-based Selected Interventions, a software provider specialised in municipal resource management solutions with customers across residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal waste collection services. The company's flagship ECHO program supports residential waste services for approximately 19m residents worldwide. 'Selected Interventions' and the ECHO solution are a perfect complement to AMCS and our award-winning Performance Sustainability Suite,' said Jimmy Martin, co-founder and CEO of AMCS. 'This acquisition enables us to deepen our relationships with our existing shared customers and expand our reach into new markets." AMCS also announced the acquisition of Mandalay Technologies, an Australia-headquartered provider of weighbridge and data management solutions for the waste and resource recovery industry. "Over one-third of Australia's waste facilities rely on Mandalay Technologies' cloud-based weighbridge and data management systems for their operations,' said Mr Martin. Together, Mandalay and AMCS can provide our customers in Australia with enhanced operational visibility, optimised workflows, and leverage AI-driven analytics to improve efficiency, material quality, and sustainability outcomes. Financial details of both acquisitions were not disclosed. AMCS has 1,300 employees, with 4,000 customers across 80 countries. The company has offices in North America, Europe, and Australia in addition to its Limerick headquarters. Last year, private equity firm EQT acquired a majority stake in AMCS for an undisclosed amount. Following the acquisition, the co-founder, management, and others including existing majority investor Insight Partners, as well as Clearlake Capital, Highland Europe and the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund are expected to retain minority stakes. Read More Clonmel-based Shorla Oncology to increase revenues significantly
Business Upturn
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Marine Electricals bags Rs 30.50 crore order from Mazagon Dock for MPV project
By Aman Shukla Published on May 2, 2025, 12:26 IST Marine Electricals (India) Limited, a key player in the electrical equipment industry, has recently informed exchanges that the company secured an order worth Rs. 30.50 Crore (excluding taxes) from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. This significant order pertains to the supply of electrical equipment and Automated Machinery Control Systems (AMCS) for the MPV (Multi-Purpose Vessel) Project. The contract involves the delivery of electrical equipment and AMCS over a period of 27 months. This extended delivery schedule reflects the complexity and scope of the work required for the MPV Project, underscoring Marine Electricals' capability to manage long-term projects effectively. In the exchange filing, the company shared, 'Marine Electricals (India) Limited has received order amounting to Rs. 30.50Cr (Excluding of Taxes) from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited for supply of electrical equipment and AMCS for MPV Project the delivery shall be over a period of 27 months.' The company has emphasized that no promoter or promoter group has any interest in this order, ensuring transparency and aligning with good corporate governance practices. The contract is not categorized as a related party transaction, further ensuring clarity and integrity in business dealings. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
National Post
01-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
AMCS Transforms Resource and Recycling Operations with its Performance Sustainability Suite at Waste Expo
Article content Join AMCS experts to learn how measurable sustainability drives business growth, profitability, and operational resilience across resources and recycling, transportation, safety (EHS) and sustainability (ESG). Article content Article content LAS VEGAS — AMCS, the leader in Performance Sustainability, will be a sponsor and exhibitor at Waste Expo 2025 in Las Vegas from May 5-8. At booth #2653, attendees will experience firsthand how AMCS's award-winning Performance Sustainability Suite eliminates the trade-off between profitability and sustainability while advancing safer, more efficient operations across resources and recycling, transportation, as well as EHS and ESG sectors. Article content The Business Operating System for Resource Management, Transportation, Safety (EHS) and Sustainability (ESG). Article content The AMCS Performance Sustainability Suite is a comprehensive business operating system for companies and resource-intensive industries to sustain their businesses while demonstrating environmental and social responsibility. It offers end-to-end value from executives to field personnel through autonomous optimization, measurable impact, and continuous innovation. The suite includes solutions for Resources and Recycling, Transport, as well as Safety (EHS) and Sustainability (ESG), enabling businesses to maximize resources, create safer workplaces, and protect the planet – all while boosting profits. Article content New 2025 Innovations Article content This year's exhibit highlights comprehensive advancements across AMCS's solution portfolio, including the latest updates from its 2025 spring release which focuses on advancing the circular economy, delivering sustainability with the power of data and AI, and elevating residential services delivery. Article content Circular Economy At Waste Expo, attendees will discover how AMCS is advancing the circular economy through several key enhancements, including AMCS Pay, making payment acceptance and disbursements easier with a broader range of integrated methods and channels. Our evolved account model enables automation of trading and reporting for material suppliers, subcontractors, and complex corporate structures. Optimized weigh-to-pay metal recycling streamlines processes with guided scale use, supplier identification, and immediate integrated payments. Attendees will also learn how to improve their recycling operations with enhanced weighing and tagging workflows for greater efficiency, as well as smarter order fulfillment logistics that optimize recycling impact through better material trading automation and actionable insights. Furthermore, the AMCS Bulk Hauling solution extends logistics beyond recycled materials, offering resource and recycling organizations greater control over the transport of materials from transfer stations to end destinations using third-party haulers. It also streamlines freight cost reconciliation and ensures timely servicing of transfer stations. Data-Driven Sustainability At Waste Expo, experience how data-driven sustainability can transform your operations. Attendees will discover new Sustainability Dashboards that visualize key metrics like emissions, resource use, and recycling outcomes, as well as a Material Trading Dashboard that delivers insights on gross margin and other KPIs to boost both financial and sustainability performance. With AMCS, AI and machine learning enhancements enable improved route optimization, faster compliance reporting, video-based safety training, and Scope 3 emissions estimation. Additionally, automated regulatory updates ensure global compliance in chemical management, increasing transparency and safety. Residential Services Optimization AMCS Platform for Residential Services now features smarter routing and bulky waste route planning automation for more efficient service delivery, along with automated seasonal and holiday service day adjustments to ensure seamless operations year-round. With AMCS, enhanced geographical service area and service management streamline processes for both public and private residential haulers, while optimized workforce management tracks crew hours and costs to reduce payroll administration efforts. Article content Nine demonstration stations at AMCS booth #2653 will showcase how AMCS converts sustainability strategies into measurable outcomes. Attendees will discover solutions designed to optimize the full spectrum of resource management and transportation operations: Article content Explore purpose-built Municipal and Residential solutions with advanced features like digital engagement and automated billing. Learn about advancements in Recycling Materials Management for all material types, and see how the integrated Transport Suite enhances safety and efficiency with features like real-time tracking and optimized routing. Discover how Vision A I now offers expanded capabilities such as QR code reading for improved exception reporting. In addition, explore Safety (EHS) and Sustainability (ESG) solutions for enhanced safety compliance and sustainability tracking. Finally, see the latest enhancements to Fleet Maintenance and AMCS Pay, plus explore new integrations like the Salesforce Connector. Article content Kick off Waste Expo's Sustainability Track with AMCS | Monday, May 5, 8:30–9:30 AM Article content Join us as we kick off Waste Expo's Sustainability track with the ' The Business Case for Sustainability: Why Investing is Essential ' session which will explore why sustainability is now a business necessity, not just an environmental concern. AMCS and its customers Recology, Reworld, and Toyota Tsusho will discuss how integrating sustainability drives efficiency, long-term resilience, and profitable growth through circular economy practices and enhanced occupational safety. The session will also cover how sustainability strengthens customer loyalty, brand equity, and helps companies meet regulatory requirements while supporting broader business objectives. Article content Attendees visiting the AMCS booth will also have the chance to join the AMCS Casino Royale Happy Hour on May 6th from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM for refreshments, games, and networking, plus a chance to win $600 in raffle giveaways. Additionally, stop by on May 7th from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM for the Spin the Wheel Game and another opportunity to win $600 in raffle giveaways. Article content At AMCS, we have three decades of experience in providing environmental and sustainability technology solutions for waste & recycling, transportation, EHS, ESG and more. Book a one-on-one consultation now to speak with one of our experts. Article content About AMCS Article content At AMCS we are focused on Performance Sustainability – enabling companies and resource-intensive industries to sustain their businesses while demonstrating environmental and social responsibility. Built on decades of experience, our purpose-built software solutions are designed by people who understand your business, providing practical solutions for a wide range of industries including the resource, waste, recycling, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities industries. Article content Headquartered in Ireland, and with offices in Europe, the USA, and Australia, AMCS is the global market leader with over 1,300 mission-driven team members. The combined expertise of our team allows AMCS to deliver innovative solutions and extensive insight, helping customers to drive growth and achieve lasting success. As a trusted global partner, we work with over 4000 customers in more than 80 countries delivering digital solutions that create meaningful and measurable impact by increasing customer satisfaction, enhancing sustainability, and boosting margins. 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National Post
01-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
AMCS Acquires Selected Interventions, Strengthening Municipal Resource & Recycling Solutions Worldwide
Article content Article content LIMERICK, Ireland — AMCS, the leader in Performance Sustainability, today announced the acquisition of Selected Interventions, global SaaS provider specialised in municipal resource management solutions. This acquisition furthers AMCS's focus on Performance Sustainability by enhancing its ability to optimise operations, improve service delivery, and accelerate the transition to a circular economy for municipalities and resource recovery organizations. Article content Selected Interventions has successfully established a strong customer base across residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal waste collection services. The company's flagship ECHO™ Service Management Framework has become a trusted solution for clients seeking efficient and reliable waste management. Supporting residential waste services for approximately 19 million residents worldwide, ECHO is widely recognized for its flexible and powerful planning, customer engagement, and mobile workforce management capabilities. Article content 'Selected Interventions' and the ECHO solution are a perfect complement to AMCS and our award-winning Performance Sustainability Suite,' said Jimmy Martin, co-founder and CEO of AMCS. 'With Selected Interventions' ECHO solution, service providers streamline data capture, facilitate workflow mobilization, and provide consistent management views. This acquisition enables us to deepen our relationships with our existing shared customers and expand our reach into new markets. Together with our Performance Sustainability Suite, we aim to deliver even greater value to our customers, empowering them to achieve their sustainability goals while driving profitability.' Article content Selected Interventions brings deep expertise in municipal, commercial and residential waste management and recycling through its ECHO framework. This addition reinforces AMCS' solutions for the municipal sector, enabling local governments to operate waste management and recycling programs more efficiently, improving environmental outcomes and enhancing community services. Article content The combined strength of AMCS and Selected Interventions enable all customers to benefit from a broader, more connected suite of solutions that automate key processes — from data capture and contract management to billing, sustainability reporting, and more. Together, municipalities and resource & recycling organizations will benefit from reduced administrative effort, accelerated revenue collection, and improved resource utilization. Article content 'This is an exciting milestone for Selected Interventions,' said Matt Brookes, CEO, Selected Interventions. 'AMCS's global reach and focus on performance sustainability create opportunities to expand the impact of our ECHO framework, helping more municipalities improve service delivery and environmental outcomes.' Article content AMCS also announced the acquisition of Mandalay Technologies, an Australia-headquartered provider of modular cloud-based weighbridge and data management solutions for the waste and resource recovery industry. This acquisition marks a key milestone in AMCS's growth strategy, reaching a combined footprint of over 360 mission-driven team members in the region. This significant presence enables AMCS to continue providing solutions, services, and support that empower its customer base across municipal, commercial, and residential waste management sectors to achieve operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. Article content With a combined 4,000 customers supported by over 1,300 employees, these strategic additions enhance AMCS's position as a trusted partner for municipalities and resource and recycling organisations worldwide. Article content About AMCS Article content At AMCS we are focused on Performance Sustainability – enabling companies and resource-intensive industries to sustain their businesses while demonstrating environmental and social responsibility. Built on decades of experience, our purpose-built software solutions are designed by people who understand your business, providing practical solutions for a wide range of industries including the resource, waste, recycling, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities industries. Article content Backed by EQT Private Equity who took a majority stake in the business in 2024, AMCS is headquartered in Ireland, and with offices in Europe, the USA, and Australia, AMCS is the global market leader with over 1,300 mission-driven team members. The combined expertise of our team allows AMCS to deliver innovative solutions and extensive insight, helping customers to drive growth and achieve lasting success. As a trusted global partner, we work with over 4000 customers in more than 80 countries delivering digital solutions that create meaningful and measurable impact by increasing customer satisfaction, enhancing sustainability, and boosting margins. Article content At AMCS, we're ready to innovate with you – deploying our experts, processes, and technology to drive your business forward and prepare you for success in a more sustainable, net zero carbon future. Learn more at: Article content Selected Interventions is a fast-growing software and services company dedicated to the delivery of highly customised and cost-effective service management solutions to large enterprises across the globe. Article content Selected Interventions helps large enterprises and local governments design, build and operate better services for their customers through the implementation of the unique ECHO™ Service Management Framework software. Operating across the globe from the company's UK base, Selected Interventions works closely with their clients to deliver powerful yet cost effective service management solutions to transform their productivity, efficacy and efficiency. ECHO supports residential waste services to approximately 19 million residents worldwide. Article content The company builds and implements technology solutions to improve clients' productivity, efficacy and efficiency and meet some of the toughest contractual SLAs in the world. Selected Interventions is dedicated to maximizing differentiation and competitiveness, making significant investments in its people and product research and development to enhance the company's solution offerings and capabilities. We actively seek the very best talent to acquire and retain the specialised skills we need to be relevant to our clients' changing needs. Our success is a testament to our total commitment to our clients; a commitment that is evident in our attitude to partnership, people and product. Learn more at: Article content Article content Contacts Article content Article content Article content
