Wastrio secures £20k to digitise UK waste tracking compliance

Digital waste tracking startup Wastrio Ltd has secured an estimated £20k in new funding to help UK waste firms transition away from paperwork. The London-based company reached an estimated post-money valuation of £520k following the round (filing and allotment documentation processed in May 2026).

Wastrio develops software specifically for the UK waste industry, including skip hire companies, metal recyclers, scrap dealers, and waste transfer stations. The platform allows these businesses to log loads, manage carriers, and generate digital Waste Transfer Notes (WTNs). The product is designed to ensure users are compliant with DEFRA regulations that mandate digital waste tracking starting in October 2026.

Incorporated in March 2026, the company currently lists one employee on its LinkedIn profile. The software is built to function on any device and requires no formal training for users to implement. It focuses on replacing manual paperwork with an audit-ready digital system.

Steven John Brown was appointed as a director in March 2026. LinkedIn information suggests he is possibly a private investor, though this link is unverified.

The company operates in the business and domestic software development sector, focusing on systems software, applications, and database implementation for waste management compliance. This funding represents the first recorded investment for the startup since its incorporation earlier this year.