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Merseyrail and ecoATM launch network of smartphone trade-in kiosks

Merseyrail has teamed up with international re-commerce company, ecoATM, to give customers the opportunity to trade-in used smartphones in return for fast payment straight to their bank accounts.

ecoATM’s kiosks have been installed at Southport, Ormskirk, Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street Lower Level and Moorfields stations, with further locations planned for later in the year. The kiosks provide a convenient and environmentally responsible way for customers to get paid to dispose of their used smartphones.

As highlighted by the United Nations[1], 50 million tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) are produced around the world every year. However, just 20% of this is formally recycled, resulting in significant growth opportunities for re-commerce providers like ecoATM. Over the last 10 years, the company has helped divert over 28 million devices from landfill and recycled 6.9 million lbs of e-waste.

Jess O’Dwyer, Country Manager UK & Ireland at ecoATM said: “In recent years, the issues associated with e-waste have risen significantly and it is now urgent that we examine how to increase the longevity of these products.

“This is why we’re delighted to be building a long-lasting partnership with Merseyrail that benefits customers and helps both Liverpool and Merseyrail achieve their sustainability goals. Getting paid for doing good is a win-win for everyone.”

Customer can trade-in their used smartphones in 3 easy, quick steps: • Place their used phone into an ecoATM kiosk • The kiosk’s smart technology securely analyses the phone and offers an immediate price • Accept the price and get a fast payment straight to their bank account

Launched in the US in 2009, ecoATM has been expanding into Europe since 2018 and now boasts kiosks in 26 cities across the UK.

Suzanne Grant, Commercial Director at Merseyrail, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with ecoATM to provide an environmentally responsible and convenient way for our passengers to recycle their old smart devices.

“This is just another part of our commitment to create a cleaner, greener Merseyrail that will assist in reducing emissions across the Liverpool City Region. We’re looking forward to working with ecoATM and hope our passengers enjoy this new service on our network.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by ecoATM .