Wood recycling built for
scale and compliance
Reliable wood recycling across Northern Ireland, transforming waste into sustainable materials and biomass.
McKinstry is a member of the
Wood Recyclers Association
At McKinstry, we offer wood recycling across Northern Ireland for businesses, local authorities, and contractors that need reliable wood waste processing.
Our licensed wood recycling facilities turn waste wood into usable material and biomass feedstock, keeping our customers compliant and sustainable.
Wood waste accepted for recycling and recovery
We process grade A, B, and C wood waste, supporting a wide range of commercial and public-sector projects.
Our recycling experts handle:
Clean timber and pallets
Mixed construction wood
Packaging wood and boards
Site-generated wood waste
McKinstry’s friendly team can also offer advice on what can be recycled, what requires additional processing, and how wood waste moves through recycling and energy recovery routes. This reduces rejected loads and avoids compliance issues.
Biomass fuel produced from recycled wood
A significant portion of the recycled wood we process at McKinstry feeds directly into biomass fuel production, supporting renewable energy generation. Biomass fuel reduces reliance on fossil fuels while keeping recovered material in use.
Our fuel is meticulously processed for consistent performance in industrial and commercial boilers, as well as manufacturing facilities.
How McKinstry turns wood waste into biomass
We process wood waste through our licensed facilities designed to handle mixed grades at scale.
Clean material is directed toward reuse or recycling routes where possible. Remaining recovered wood feeds into biomass production, supporting renewable energy generation.
Once received, wood waste moves through a structured process:
Initial sorting and separating clean material for reuse
Contaminant removal, including metals and non-wood elements removed
Shredding to produce consistent material for onward processing
Secondary screening that ensures material meets end user standards
Benefits of wood recycling
By diverting wood from landfill, we reduce unnecessary use of limited landfill space
It reduces demand for fresh timber helping to prevent over-logging and preserves wildlife habitats and ecosystems
Supports the circular economy, creating a loop where wood is reused instead of disposed of
Maintains compliance with duty of care requirements
Improve sustainability reporting with verified recovery
Support renewable energy generation through energy-from-waste
Local recycling across
Northern Ireland
At McKinstry, we offer Northern Ireland-wide coverage, from Limavady to Portadown and Belfast to Dungiven. Our strategic network moves wood waste quickly and efficiently, preventing unnecessary storage or disposal delays.
· Nutts Corner, Co. Antrim
supporting large-scale processing and recovery
· Carnbane Business Park, Newry serving
Armagh, Down and RoI regions
· Belfast Harbour
serving the Greater Belfast area and right across Northern Ireland
Who uses McKinstry wood recycling services
We support wood recycling for:
Construction and demolition contractors
Local authority amenity sites
Waste brokers and logistics providers
Organisations managing large volumes of wood waste
Our own waste and skip hire operations
What customers say about our wood recycling services
Organisations working with us highlight reliability, clarity, and confidence in where their wood waste ends up.
At Derryadd Pallets we have been using McKinstry biomass for many years, they offer great customer service and are very obliging with super friendly staff. We find them a great company to work alongside, five stars all the way!
P Feeney, Derryadd Pallets
We’ve been working with Andy at McKinstry Biomass for quite a few years, the service is 100% and the staff are always very helpful, and nothing is ever a problem.
John, Integrated Timber
Sloan Transport has worked with Andy at McKinstry Biomass for over 15 years. The service they offer is 10 out of 10 and the staff are always very helpful, and we’re always impressed by the very quick turnaround time.
A Sloan, Sloan Transport
We regularly bulk deliver wood to McKinstry’s biomass site in Newry, and they always provide a friendly, helpful and professional service. We would highly recommend McKinstry to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy waste management partner.
Michael Wallace, Wallace Waste Solutions, Mullingar
Why businesses choose McKinstry for wood recycling
Licensed wood recycling facilities
We are the largest company contracted to manage biomass across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
Clear acceptance criteria that reduce rejected loads
Capacity to handle mixed and high volume wood waste
Predictable processing and turnaround
Documentation supporting duty of care and compliance
Compliance you don’t have to chase
· Clear waste documentation
· Support with duty of care obligations
· Transparency around recycling outcomes
This supports audit requirements, and r lresponsible waste management that can be reported to customers and key stakeholders.
Common questions customers ask us
Skip
hire
At McKinstry, we offer a full range of skip sizes, from compact skips for tight spaces to large roll-on roll-off (RORO) containers for major projects. Book online for prompt delivery, with strict attention to site compliance, safety, constraints, and deadlines.
Commercial
waste collection
Bin collections for retail, offices, and hospitality sites across Northern Ireland tailored to suit your service needs.
Our service prioritises reliability, clear communication, and consistent timing to reduce disruption and optimise your waste management.
Metal recycling
We buy, process and sell metals to end users on a global scale.
Scrap metal specialists with the capacity, the facilities and the personnel to handle any quantity of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
Northern Ireland’s reliable wood recycling solution
Speak with our expert team about compliant wood recycling across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. We’ll advise on wood waste types, explain the processing, and give pricing upfront, so your wood waste keeps moving without delays.
