Assured Security Shredding is now part of Avena.
We are proud to announce the Acquisition of Assured Security Shredding on Thursday 31st August 2023. It marks a milestone in the growth of Avena group and an exciting new chapter for Assured Security Shredding. Avena will continue to offer the same level of service Assured Security Shredding customers have come to expect along side a new range of services.
Why is Avena acquiring Assured Security Shredding?
The acquisition will enhance operational efficiency in the London and South-West UK regions, while also establishing an additional operational hub to support the company’s robust future expansion.
What benefits or synergies are expected from the acquisition?
With our operations now also strategically based within easy reach of both London and the Midlands we will see tangible reductions in fuel consumption and carbon emissions, leading to efficiencies we can pass on to customers, and a closer alignment with our CSR goals.
How will the acquisition affect existing customers?
As Assured Security customers’ accounts transition to Avena Group, they can expect to maintain the same high service standards they are accustomed to. Additionally, they will have access to a dedicated Customer Care team available for support whenever needed.
How will the integration of the two companies be managed?
Business will continue to run with existing staff but will benefit from the backing and efficiencies of being part of a larger national group.
Audit Trail For All Collections Included
Upholding High Standards
Lockable Secure Units Provided
Certificate of Secure Destruction Provided
Trained & Vetted Operatives
Secure Destruction & Processing Facilities
All Items Destroyed Beyond Recognition
Trusted Nationwide.
Avena works with businesses of all sizes nationwide, driving both security and sustainability success. For us it’s all about Securing The Future.
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This Year, Avena Have Achieved Average Monthly Savings Of 160,990 Kilograms of CO2e, Which Is Equivalent To:
21
Homes' Yearly Energy Usage
373
Barrels Of Oil Consumed
188
Acres Of Forest Sequestering Carbon Emissions Yearly
80,477
Kilograms of Coal Burned
15,081
Gallons of Petrol Consumed
Benefits of working with Avena.
- Single supplier to cover Confidential Waste, Uniforms / Textiles, IT / Media & Product Destruction.
- CRB/DBS security screened staff as standard.
- Fully compliant with BSEN:15713-2009 Code of Practice.
- Certified destruction and full audit trail provided.
- We provide full GDPR-compliant off-site and on-site shredding solutions.
- All items collected are processed through the most sustainable streams possible.
- 24-hour site monitoring.
- Over 3,500 satisfied customers.
- 5-Star Customer Service.
- Paper Waste is 100% environmentally recycled within the UK.
- Tangible and government-backed carbon savings and reporting.
- Zero to landfill promise - all items we collect completely avoid landfills.
