On June 11, 2025, local authorities in Málaga revealed plans to expand the city’s scrap yard operations, focusing on enhancing recycling infrastructure. The announcement, made at 2:00 PM CEST, outlined a project to increase the capacity of the existing scrap yards by 30%, aiming to process an additional 15,000 tons of scrap metal annually. The initiative involves three major yards—located in the industrial zones of Campanillas, Churriana, and El Palo—which currently handle approximately 50,000 tons of materials each year, including cars, machinery, and construction debris. The expansion includes the addition of two new processing lines, expected to be operational by mid-2026, with an investment of €2.5 million funded through a partnership between the Málaga City Council and private recycling firms. The project is projected to create 45 new jobs, bringing the total workforce in the sector to around 200 employees. Local business leaders reported that the yards have seen a 12% increase in demand for recycled materials over the past year, driven by construction and automotive industries. The plan also includes upgrading safety standards, with new equipment installation scheduled to begin in July 2025. Community meetings held on June 10 attracted 150 residents, who were informed about the expansion’s potential to boost the local economy, with projections estimating an economic impact of €5 million annually. The initiative aligns with regional efforts to improve waste management, with the yards expected to achieve a 90% recycling rate for processed materials by 2027. Construction permits were approved today, marking the official start of the project.
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