Nothing is too big to scrap!

Global metal recycling firm EMR recently towed into one of its Gulf of Mexico ship-breaking facilities the fifth vessel from a fleet of six United States Navy vessels awarded to the United Kingdom-based firm for dismantling by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

“We were honored to be awarded the contract to dismantle these vessels, which have a history of important service to their country along with their dedicated crews,” says Andrew Sheppard, chief operating officer of Southern Recycling.

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About EMR (European Metal Recycling)
EMR is a family business and one of world’s largest metal recyclers. It has around 170 facilities globally, employs more than 4,000 people, has annual sales in excess of $3 billion and is involved in the sale of some 10 million tons per year of recycled raw materials.