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Algar
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Algar highlighted by Sociedade Ponto Verde for its innovative and sustainable AI project
Sociedade Ponto Verde (SPV) recently highlighted the Artificial Intelligence Tool for the placement of recycling bins, a partnership between ALGAR and the start-up NILG.AI, as part of the 3rd edition of the Re_source innovation programme, as an inspiring example of innovation in waste management and recovery.
This pioneering project aims to optimise the selection of locations for the installation of recycling bins, ensuring a more efficient and sustainable distribution, contributing to smarter environmental management.
Algar
Thursday, September 18, 2025
FRAUD ALERT – MISUSE OF THE ALGAR NAME
ALGAR hereby informs that it has become aware of the misuse of its name in fraudulent schemes associated with the collection of used clothing. There have been reports of contacts requesting personal and banking details, such as IBAN, on behalf of ALGAR.
We would like to clarify that ALGAR does not request any type of personal or bank details in the context of its selective collection or waste recovery activities, nor does it collect used clothing.
Algar
Friday, June 6, 2025
RECYCLING LINE APP
In line with trends in customer behaviour, the Recycling Line APP aims to facilitate and encourage recycling, through a practical, accessible and intuitive tool that allows you to ask questions and contribute to the adoption of more conscious behaviour and good environmental practices in your day-to-day life.
Algar
Friday, May 9, 2025
NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD HONOURS THE WORK OF ALGAR AND EGF COMPANIES
EGF was honoured with two awards at the 5th edition of the National Sustainability Awards, promoted by Jornal de Negócios. This recognition highlights the work of all the companies in the group, including ALGAR, and the daily commitment of more than 3,000 employees across the country.
Mota-Engil
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
III Global Safety Stand Down
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, which was marked on Monday, the third Global Safety Stand Down was held across the Mota-Engil Group.
Algar
Friday, January 10, 2025
Strike called between midnight on 20 January and midnight on 21 January 2025
Algar informs that, due to the strike called by the Union of Workers in Manufacturing, Energy and Environmental Activities in the South (SITE SUL), scheduled to take place between midnight on 20 January and midnight on 21 January 2025, there may be disruptions to the following services:
Waste Reception
Waste Transfer
Selective Waste Collection