Landbell Group is a leading service provider specializing in take-back and recycling obligations for companies. It supports businesses in meeting their Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations and other product and packaging-related requirements. The company operates globally through its network of producer responsibility organizations (PROs) and is headquartered in Mainz, Germany[1][3]. ### History and Expansion - Founding: Landbell AG was established in September 1995 as a local waste management company in Germany. Initially, it focused on supporting companies with their packaging take-back and recycling obligations[1]. - Expansion: In 2003, Landbell was approved as a packaging compliance scheme in Hesse, and by 2006, it received nationwide approval in Germany. In 2009, it began supporting international companies with their recycling obligations in Germany[1]. - Merger with ERP: In 2014, Landbell merged with the European Recycling Platform (ERP), expanding its services to include Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and batteries across 15 countries[1]. ### Services and Impact - Compliance Services: Landbell Group offers compliance solutions for packaging, WEEE, and batteries, along with consulting services for environmental and chemical regulations globally[3]. - Digital Solutions: The company provides digital tools to simplify compliance and resource management, operating in multiple regions worldwide[3]. - Sustainability Initiatives: Landbell Group has collected over 10 million tonnes of waste and aims to continue promoting sustainability through initiatives like the Green Alley Award for innovative startups in the circular economy[3]. ### Company Structure - Leadership: Jan Patrick Schulz serves as the CEO of Landbell Group since 2007, while Tim Scholz is the CFO since 2019. Frank Binder is the main shareholder[1]. - Global Presence: The group operates in 19 countries with around 320 employees from 32 nations, offering services to over 35,000 companies worldwide[1][3]. ### Revenue and Employees - Revenue: Landbell Group reported revenue of approximately $16.7 million[5]. - Employees: The company employs around 121 people, according to RocketReach[5]. However, other sources indicate a larger workforce of over 320 employees globally[1].