The Welsh company has achieved ISO 14001, FSC and PEFC awards.

Operations director Karl Gater said: "Sustainability has been best practice at Pensord for some time now [and] a feature of the company's responsible approach to the environment.

"It's gratifying that our green credentials have received recognition, and the badges are very welcome but, for us, it's still the actions that count, and we will continue to operate in a manner that is sensitive to the environment and in the best interests of customers."

The firm received confirmation of the awards following audits in the first quarter of this year.

Pensord recycles used printing plates, paper, polythene and cardboard. The company has invested in new equipment during the past four years and claims it has an energy efficient plant and machinery.