Cannock business named fastest-growing UK waste management and recycling company

The FT1000 ranks Europe’s companies based on compound annual growth rate (CAGR), identifying those with the highest revenue growth over a set period. Axil is the only UK company to make the Waste Management & Recycling category, recognised for its fast, sustainable, and organic growth, alongside its industry-leading approach.

Since 2018, Axil has experienced over £40 million in revenue growth, expanding from 35 to over 200 employees. Working with some of the UK’s best-known brands - including CBRE, Beko Europe, Lush, LEVC, and BMW Group - Axil delivers expert waste management solutions across key sectors such as Aerospace, Automotive, Food, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical industries. 

Axil’s hands-on approach, including placing dedicated waste operatives on-site, optimises waste management and sustainability for businesses. By focusing on compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement, Axil identifies opportunities to reduce waste, cut costs, and unlock value through rebates, all while maintaining high safety and sustainability standards. 

Axil MD, Ed Pigg comments that this is a fantastic achievement and all down to the team at Axil. "Being named the #1 fastest-growing UK waste management and recycling company by The Financial Times and Statista is a testament to our team’s dedication and the trust our customers place in us. We’re not just managing waste - we’re transforming it into opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability. This recognition, along with our recent EcoVadis Gold Standard placing us in the top 5% globally for sustainability, reinforces our commitment to driving real impact for businesses across the UK."

As Axil grows, the company is dedicated to using its expertise to support more manufacturers and essential services across Europe. This partnership-focused approach delivers tailored solutions that streamline operations, reduce waste, and help customers achieve their sustainability goals. This growth drives smarter, more efficient waste management practices across vital industries.

What sets Axil apart is its unwavering commitment to innovation, digital intelligence, and exceptional customer service. By transforming challenges into opportunities, Axil not only delivers significant savings for customers but also drives sustainability.

Axil’s vision is to create practical solutions today, grounded in a culture of integrity, teamwork, and environmental stewardship. As a trusted partner in waste prevention, Axil empowers customers to make informed, data-driven decisions, setting new industry standards while minimising environmental impact. This success is driven by Axil's ability to reduce waste, cut costs, and unlock value for customers.

The full FT1000 report has been published, celebrating Europe’s most dynamic and fastest-growing companies.