Amersfoort, 11 September 2026 - Envipco Holding N.V. ("Envipco" or "the Company"), a leading global provider of recycling systems and Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) technology has signed an RVM supply contract with Ahold Delhaize in Romania for the retail chains Profi and Mega Image.
Under the agreement Envipco will supply 600 Optima and Flex RVMs to Profi and Mega Image. Delivery is expected to commence in Q4 26 and expected to be completed by early 2028.
"We are happy to once again have been selected as supplier to Profi and Mega Image in Romania, adding to several wins announced over the last couple of years. The Romanian DRS has been a great success since startup nearly three years ago, exceeding its collection targets in 2025 with 83% collection rate from a base of more than 6,000 RVMs. Envipco, with local production, supply chain, R&D facility and a significant market organization, is proud to have secured a leading market position in Romania, and is grateful for the trust once again given by Profi, Mega Image and Ahold Delhaize" says Group CEO José Matthijsse.
Romania DRS
The Romanian deposit return scheme (DRS), operated by RetuRO SGR, was launched on 30 November 2023 and has since startup collected 11.5 billion containers for recycling. Collection rate for glass, PET and cans LTM July 2026 was 84.8%. RetuRO targets 90% collection in 2026.
Profi and Mega Image
Ahold Delhaize operates a major retail presence in Romania through its local supermarket chains and convenience store brands Profi and Mega Image.
Founded in 2000, Profi Rom Food SRL (Profi) has grown to be a key player in Romania’s retail sector. Profi supports almost 28,700 associates, working in around 1,700 stores across the country, including more than 1,500 partner-operated locations. Profi’s mission is rooted in accessibility and convenience, with a focus on serving both urban and rural communities through a diverse portfolio of store formats, including Super, City, Go and Loco, which cater to the varied shopping needs of customers.
Mega Image is one of the largest supermarket chains in Romania, with a network that currently includes over 980 stores under the Mega Image and Shop&Go brands, offering customers fresh food, quality, healthy products, consultancy and a unique assortment of own brands. The team is passionate about a healthy lifestyle, social causes and the environment. Over 12,000 associates offer their customers quality services and a range of nutritious, healthy and safe products, at affordable prices, every day.