CMB Engineering has appointed Zak Miller as General Manager of CMB RVM Solutions, effective 22 April 2026, as the company accelerates its reverse vending machine business.

The appointment comes as deposit return schemes are expected to reshape beverage packaging collection, recycling rates and retailer infrastructure.

Why the Appointment Matters

Zak Miller brings strong reverse vending machine experience, including senior UK leadership roles, major retailer programmes, equipment sales, service contracts and partnership development.

In his new role, he will focus on:

• growing RVM sales
• developing strategic partnerships
• supporting retailer customers
• scaling service and maintenance operations
• building a commercially sustainable RVM platform

Strategic Context: DRS Creates New Infrastructure Demand

CMB RVM Solutions is built through a partnership between CMB Engineering, Crown Holdings, Returmatic and Pure Recycle.

The combination brings together:

• canmaking and engineering expertise
• packaging industry scale
• reverse vending knowledge
• deposit return scheme experience

As DRS expands, retailers will need practical systems for collecting used beverage containers, improving recycling performance and meeting circular economy requirements.

Industry Insight

Reverse vending machines are becoming more than collection equipment. They are turning into a key part of beverage packaging circularity.

For packaging producers, retailers and recyclers, the next phase will depend on reliable machines, strong service networks and systems that can handle real consumer return volumes.

Last Updated on 30/04/2026 by Jota Machinery