We’re pleased to congratulate our valued partner, Simplex Waste Solutions, which recently ranked #41 at the 2025 Smart50 Awards — a celebration of the fastest‑growing businesses in Australia.
Why Simplex stands out
Founded in 2021 by Lauren Abbott and Shelley Barbuto, Simplex Waste Solutions set out to solve a big problem: the fragmentation of waste management services. Rather than businesses juggling multiple contractors for general waste, recycling, and specialised disposal, Simplex offers a single integrated solution — managing the entire waste stream for clients, from collection to responsible recycling or disposal.
This streamlined model reduces administrative burden, simplifies sustainability reporting, and helps clients meet their environmental targets.
Impressive performance and growth
- From a modest team of six employees, the company has already carved out a significant place in Australia’s waste‑management landscape.
- According to their own documentation, Simplex’s services help businesses reduce waste costs by up to 40%, cut landfill volumes by up to 70%, and support moves toward net‑zero targets.
What this means for AFA members
For furniture manufacturers, designers, importers and suppliers – where waste streams from timber off-cuts, packaging materials, soft plastics, and more are everyday realities – Simplex offers a sustainable and cost‑efficient waste solution tailored to the industry.
By letting our members consolidate waste management into a single, accountable partner, Simplex can help reduce disposal costs, simplify operations, and enhance environmental credentials — all aligned with AFA’s commitment to smarter, sustainable industry practices.
Looking ahead
With the recognition from Smart50, Simplex is poised for further growth and expansion. As they refine their services and scale across industries, we expect them to continue delivering real, measurable value to AFA members who want to make waste a strategic advantage — not just a cost centre.
We’re proud to work with partners like Simplex Waste Solutions whose values and performance echo those of our community — smart, efficient, sustainable.
If you’d like to explore how Simplex could support your business’ waste and recycling needs, get in touch with us or reach out to Simplex directly — it could be the first step to turning waste into savings.