Beverage Container Refund Scheme

Company profile

Beverage Container Refund Scheme company profile

BCRS Malta administers a beverage container refund scheme for single-use beverage containers. It operates a network of reverse vending machines at retail outlets, public recycling hubs, and dedicated depots to enable returns and deposit refunds. It manages product registration and labeling for producers and importers, maintains the barcode database, and oversees clearing and settlement among scheme participants. Logistics, counting, and auditing services track collected containers from return point to processing. Retailer and producer portals support reporting, compliance, and payments, while a locator tool helps the public find return points. Public guidance explains participation rules, accepted materials, and refund procedures.