This May, Jane marked an incredible milestone: 15 years at Ecospill. Over the past decade and a half, she has played a major role in the growth of the business, as well as being one of its very first employees! From joining as a Sales Administrator to now managing the accounts across the full group of companies.
We caught up over a coffee, where Jane shared some of her personal favourite moments and what has made her most proud over the last 15 years.
What has been your favourite moment so far?
Being involved in the growth of Ecospill from the very beginning and seeing how it has grown, changed and developed over the years. Also, moving into our new larger Accounts Office last year is one of my personal favourites, showcasing how the business has grown and the important role a strong accounts team plays within the business.
What’s one thing you’ve learned during your time here?
Every day is a school day. I learn something new every day in the accounts department. There’s always a challenge or situation that makes you think outside the box. It keeps us on our toes.
What are you most proud of achieving?
Building up the accounts team and developing all the procedures and systems over the years.
What was your role in the beginning, and where are you at right now? Can you compare then and now?
I joined Ecospill as one of the first employees when the business began trading, joining as a Sales Administrator in May 2011. I was promoted to manage the accounts for Ecospill when we relocated to Hellaby, Rotherham, in May 2012. Seven years later, we outgrew those premises and moved to our current larger site here in Aldwarke, Rotherham. As the company’s portfolio of businesses has increased, and all the businesses have grown, I’ve established an accounts team to support those growing needs. I’m now Group Head of Finance for the full group of companies.
When I think back to starting in 2011, I knew the Marks had big aspirations, and it’s been a pleasure to play my part in that journey. What an achievement for the Directors and for all the staff involved over the years.
I still smile when I think about our humble beginnings and where we are today. Even after 15 years, I’m still looking forward to the next chapter here at Ecospill and the exciting developments we have planned for the future.
What is Best for My Business, Spill Kits or Spill Stations?
If your business handles oils, chemicals, fuels, or liquids of any kind, spill control is not optional. It is a critical part of your health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.
A common question we hear is:
What is best for my business, spill kits or spill stations?
The answer is not always one or the other. It depends on your environment, risk level, and how your operations function day to day.
In this blog, we break down the differences, use cases, and how to choose the right solution for your site.
Spill Kits vs Spill Stations, What is the Difference?
For distributors and safety professionals, moments such as new site setups, warehouse expansions, audits identifying compliance gaps, or spill incidents that expose weaknesses in existing procedures all represent opportunities to add real value.
The challenge is often time, resources, and expertise.
Neither is universally better. Spill kits are ideal for mobility and rapid response. Spill stations provide structure and compliance. Most businesses require both.
Do I legally need a spill kit or spill station?
UK regulations require businesses to prevent pollution and manage spill risks. While specific products may not be named, spill kits and stations are widely recognised as best practice.
Where should spill kits be located?
On vehicles and mobile plant
Near high risk activities
In accessible, visible locations
Where should spill stations be installed?
Near storage areas
At loading bays
In workshops and production zones
Making the Right Choice for Your Site
If you are asking, “what is best for my business, spill kits or spill stations?”, the answer is clear:
The most effective solution is a well planned combination of both, supported by a managed approach.
By integrating spill kits, spill stations, and an Inventory Managed Service, your business benefits from:
Faster response times
Improved compliance
Reduced environmental and financial risk
Greater control and visibility across your site
If you are unsure what your site needs, Ecospill can help you assess your risks and implement a solution that works.
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How You Can Turn Spill Opportunities into Value with One Simple Email
In many workplaces, spill management opportunities appear every day but they are often missed on risk assessments or site visits. These opportunities can appear when:
A new site opens.
A warehouse expands.
An audit identifies compliance gaps.
Or a spill incident highlights weaknesses in existing procedures.
For distributors and safety professionals, these moments represent an opportunity to add real value to customers. The challenge is often time, resources and expertise.
That is exactly why Ecospill created the Inventory Managed Services (IMS)activation process, designed to make it simple for distributors to involve Ecospill’s spill specialists and help their customers improve their spill preparedness and compliance.
Ecospill supports our trusted distributors and organisations with practical solutions including managed wipe and absorbent stations, professional site surveys and spill response training.
Step 1 – Spot the Opportunity
Some common triggers include:
A new site being commissioned
• A site expansion or layout change
• A recent spill incident
• A compliance audit or environmental review
These situations often highlight areas where spill control measures could be improved and old and existing methods can be challenged.
Step 2 – Send One Email
Once an opportunity is identified, getting support from Ecospill is simple.
Our specialists will carry out a professional spill site survey and provide practical recommendations tailored to the customer’s environment.
Following the survey, Ecospill prepares a ready-to-issue proposal that the distributor can present directly to the customer.
This ensures the solution is both technically appropriate and commercially clear.
Many customers also benefit from installing managed wipe and absorbent stations to ensure spill response materials are always visible and ready for use.
Absorbents & Wipers shouldn’t be hard to find when you need them most. Ecospill IMS Managed Stations keep spill response materials visible, accessible and fully replenished helping maintain cleaner, safer shopfloors.
Step 4 – Why This Approach Works
The IMS activation process benefits both distributors and their customers.
For distributors
Saves time identifying the right spill control solution
Makes it easy to involve Ecospill specialist support
Helps create additional value for customers
Supports growth in spill control and environmental compliance services
For customers
Improves spill preparedness, with the external experience of ecospill.
Strengthens environmental compliance
Reduces risk to people, operations and the environment
Supporting Customers to Be Spill Prepared
Spill management should not only be reactive. By identifying opportunities early and involving specialist support, organisations can put practical solutions in place before incidents occur.
With Ecospill’s IMS activation process, involving expert support can be as simple as sending one email.
Ecospill works with distributors and organisations to improve spill preparedness through training, site surveys and practical solutions such as managed wipe and absorbent stations.
If you spot an opportunity to improve spill preparedness, our team is ready to help.
Be spill prepared, not ill prepared.
If you would like to find out more, speak to your regional Business Development Manager.
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The Who, What and Why of Ecospill IMS
Turning Spill Consumables into a Managed Safety System
Spill response should never rely on chance. It should not depend on someone remembering to reorder absorbents. It should not mean discovering an empty spill station when you need it most.
That is why Ecospill Ltd developed Inventory Managed Services, IMS.
We’ve gone thought the Who, What and Why of IMS to help explain how it works and how it can benefit facilities as a life-cycle service.
Who Is IMS For?
Site and Facilities Managers: Ensure absorbent and wipe stations are always stocked, correctly positioned and ready, without managing stock internally. Making it easier for facilities to keep compliant and safe.
Health, Safety and Compliance Teams: Strengthen environmental compliance, reduce spill related incidents and demonstrate proactive risk management aligned with ISO 14001.
Operations and Maintenance Teams: Minimise downtime caused by leaks and incidental spills with immediate access to the correct absorbents.
If a business handles liquids on site including oils, fuels, chemicals, coolants or solvents, IMS provides a structured, compliant and pro-active spill management plan.
Group Head of Operations Steve Howden, overseeing an IMS customer delivery.
What Is Ecospill IMS?
Ecospill’s Inventory Managed Service transforms absorbents and wipes from simple consumables into a managed and auditable safety strategy.
Every installation is bespoke each site and can be delivered directly by Ecospill or one of our trusted distribution partners.
What’s Included
Full site survey and spill risk assessment to start the process, so stations are positioned correctly with the correct product.
Supply and installation of stations, absorbent and wipes. Stations come as either steel stations or correx stations, all depending on the requirements of the site.
Clear management structure, either Ecospill managed or distributor managed
Ongoing inventory monitoring and scheduled replenishment
Sites working towards ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems accreditation.
Oil Storage Regulations including bunding and spill preparedness
Environmental Agency expectations
Internal HSE audit requirements
As outlined in our Business Continuity framework , operational resilience relies on preparation and structured risk control. IMS directly supports that objective.
An ongoing IMS replenishment being carried out by a member of the Ecospill team.
Why Managed Absorbent and Wipe Stations Matter
Spill response is not simply about having absorbents and/or wipes on site.
It is about having: The right absorbents or wipe in the right place at the right time, properly maintained and monitored.
Managed stations help:
Reduce downtime caused by spills
Protect staff and visitors
Minimise environmental impact
Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliance
Demonstrate proactive environmental management
Under Ecospill’s Environmental Policy and Corporate and Social Responsibility commitments, preventing pollution is embedded into operational practice. At Ecospill, we protect and care for the environment, industry and its people. And our Inventory Managed Service is a practical implementation of that commitment.
All installs include a Level 1 Foundation Spill and Flood training course.
To find out more, contact your regional Business Development Manager:
The Perfect Spill Response: How to Manage Workplace Spills Safely & Effectively
Any company with the potential for a spill should have trained staff in place and the correct products available to contain or absorb spilled liquids. The emergency plan should be simple and straightforward, flexible, and designed to achieve the necessary compliance with legislative requirements.
The spill plan should include prevention measures and clear guidance on how to contain, clean up, and dispose of spilled material. This will also include having the necessary spill management products positioned around the site(s), which will consist of, but not be limited to, spill kits and absorbent granules.
Workers tasked with cleaning a spill should also understand how to decontaminate affected surfaces. Using a spill response plan ensures that any spill is fully absorbed and contained, minimising danger, reducing the risk of heavy fines, and ensuring your company operates within legal requirements.
Please find below Ecospill’s 10 steps to perfect spill response.
The Perfect Spill Response: How to Manage Workplace Spills Safely and Effectively
Effective spill management is a critical part of health, safety, and environmental protection in any workplace. From minor leaks to major incidents, knowing how to manage a workplace spill correctly can prevent injuries, environmental damage, costly clean-ups, and regulatory action.
This above guide outlines the perfect spill response using a clear, practical 10-step spill response process designed to help businesses manage spills in the workplace safely, confidently, and compliantly.
Why Spill Management Matters in the Workplace
Poor spill management can lead to:
Slips, trips, and employee injuries
Environmental contamination
Business disruption and downtime
Regulatory penalties and reputational damage
A structured spill response plan ensures your team knows exactly what to do when a spill occurs, reducing risk and improving response time, and helps you towards your ISO14001 accreditation, by to showing your ongoing plans to improve environmental performance, ensure legal compliance, and reduce waste.
Step 1: Stop and Assess the Situation
The first step in managing spills in the workplace is to stop and assess the situation.
Check for injuries and determine whether it is safe to proceed. Always refer to your company’s spill management or spill response plan before taking action. A calm, controlled assessment is the foundation of an effective spill response.
Step 2: Identify the Risk
Identify the substance that has been spilled and assess the level of risk.
Different liquids, such as oils, fuels, chemicals, or unknown substances, require different spill response methods. Correct identification ensures the right absorbents, PPE, and containment equipment are used.
Step 3: Seek Help if the Risk Is Too High
If the risk of responding is too great, do not attempt to manage the spill alone.
Keep people away from the area and seek assistance from trained spill responders or emergency services. Effective spill management always prioritises safety over speed.
Step 4: Use Appropriate PPE
Before continuing, ensure you and any co-responders are wearing the correct personal protective equipment (PPE).
This may include gloves, goggles, masks, or protective clothing depending on the substance involved. PPE is essential for safe spill response and exposure prevention.
Step 5: Shut Off the Source of the Spill
If it is safe to do so, shut off the source of the spill at its origin.
If this isn’t possible, close to the source instead to limit further release. Stopping the spill quickly is one of the most effective ways to reduce clean-up time and environmental impact.
Step 6: Contain the Spill
Containing the spill is a critical stage in workplace spill management.
Use spill booms, absorbent socks, or other containment products to prevent spread.
For outdoor spills, protect drains and watercourses using drain covers or temporary seals.
Step 7: Clean Up the Spill Safely
Once the spill is fully contained, proceed with clean-up if it is safe to do so.
Use suitable absorbents from your spill kit to recover the liquid efficiently. Always work methodically and avoid spreading contamination.
Step 8: Bag, Label, and Dispose Correctly
All contaminated absorbents and materials must be bagged, labelled, and disposed of in line with local waste regulations.
Where required, decontaminate the affected area and any equipment used during the spill response.
Step 9: Replenish Spill Response Equipment
After the incident, replenish all spill kits and absorbent stocks that were used.
Being prepared is essential to effective spill management. Restocking ensures your site is ready for the next incident. Ecospill also offer Inventory Managed Serviced, Spill and Wipe Stations to help ongoing sites with their replenishment. Click here to find out if IMS could help you?
Step 10: Review, Report, and Improve
The final step in the perfect spill response is to complete an after-spill report.
Review what happened, assess team performance, and make recommendations to improve spill management procedures, training, or equipment. Implement changes to reduce the risk of future spills.
Managing Spills in the Workplace: Be Prepared, Not Reactive
Knowing how to manage a workplace spill is essential for protecting employees, the environment, and your business. By following these 10 steps, organisations can achieve a safe, compliant, and effective spill response every time.
A strong spill management strategy combines:
The right spill response equipment
Clear procedures
Trained staff
Regular review and improvement
If you don’t have a spill response plan in place, or want to ensure your current plan is up to date, speak to your Ecospill distributor. Site surveys can be carried out jointly with an Ecospill representative to help assess your organisation’s risks and identify the most suitable spill management products and solutions.
Ecospill Group Holdings is pleased to announce its new-look marketing department
Ecospill Group Holdings is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Russell as Group Head of Marketing, joining its new-look marketing team alongside Olivia Sanderson.
While this marks Matt’s official arrival in the business, his relationship with Ecospill is well established. For more than seven years, Matt has worked closely with the group in various capacities. His journey with the business began working alongside Tony Singleton and has continued in recent years with Matt supporting both Ecospill and YourLink as a creative consultant. Over this time, he has developed an in-depth understanding of the brands, values, and markets that define the group.
Matt brings with him a creative-first approach underpinned by strong strategic foundations. Holding a degree in Graphic Design and more than 12 years’ experience in marketing, his career spans small creative studios to international marketing agencies, and most recently self-employment. This breadth of experience gives him a balance of hands-on creativity and commercial insight.
Matt’s decision to join Ecospill reflects a shared belief in the long-term vision of the group and a collective commitment to building brands that are clear, credible, and impactful. The internal marketing team is strengthened with the addition of Olivia Sanderson, who has been working within Ecospill for 4 years. Olivia has a great understanding of how the business works and her product knowledge will be invaluable in helping the group’s business communicate their message.
Speaking on the appointment, Head of Operations Steve Howden highlighted that bringing Matt in-house is a natural progression of a long-standing partnership and an important step forward for the business. The expanded marketing team will play a key role in communicating clearly and confidently to customers, partners, and the wider industry.
Ecospill is delighted to welcome Matt Russell formally into the business and looks forward to the creativity, leadership, and strategic direction he will bring as the company continues to protect and care for the environment, industry, and its people.
Ecospill Embraces Digital Change to Support Customers Worldwide
This year, Ecospill has taken some major steps forward, marking our 15th anniversary with the launch of our brand-new website and our innovative digital twining project.
Both milestones reflect our continued investment in improving the way we support our customers and distribution partners around the world using innovative digital solutions.
A Website Built for a Global Audience
Our new website has been designed to make finding the right spill control products easier than ever before. It features clearer product ranges, better navigation and search features, and an increased product portfolio, from absorbents to new categories such as flood defence.
Most importantly, our website now supports multiple languages. Visitors can switch between languages using the country picker at the top or bottom of any page.
You can now view the site in: French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Italian, Polish, and Swedish, alongside English.
This update ensures that our international customers and partners can access the same quality information and service, in their chosen language, making it easier for them.
Our Commitment to Going Further
The introduction of our digital twinning project and the new multilingual website are both part of Ecospill’s wider continued commitment to putting customers first. These changes help us communicate faster, provide better technical support, and make our expertise available to more people in more places.
For our trusted distribution network, it means an even stronger foundation to serve customers in various regions with the backing of Ecospill’s knowledge, products, and resources.
We understand that our distributors are the front line in helping industries protect and care for the environment, industry and its people. Every step we take (from our new product development to our digital innovations) is designed to help them do that job even better.
Looking Ahead
As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same: protecting environment, industry and its people. These latest developments reinforce our goal to be the first port of call for spill control.
Because when it comes to spill response, prevention, and protection, Ecospill is always ready to go the extra step for our customers.
Becoming a distributor of Ecospill
Partnering with Ecospill is more than just adding products to your range — it’s unlocking new opportunities for growth. As a leading UK provider of high-quality absorbents, containment and spill control solutions, we act as a one-stop shop for all your customers’ spill and flood response needs. Alongside our trusted product range, you’ll gain access to a host of exclusive distributor benefits designed to help you boost sales, strengthen customer loyalty, and expand your market reach. A list of benefits is featured on our ‘Become a Distributor page’.
Ecospill’s sponsored athlete Pat McCormack is set to take on his biggest challenge yet — and his first fight outside of the UK as a professional. The North East fighter has been confirmed to compete on the Monte Carlo Showdown card on 6th December, as part of the Riyadh Season series.
Unbeaten in eight professional bouts (all on home soil), McCormack will face Conah Walker (16-3-1), with the WBA International title potentially on the line. Whether Walker’s British crown will also be contested remains uncertain, as the fight is being held overseas.
McCormack said:
“Me and Conah are two fighters with great momentum. Many thought he beat Lewis Crocker, who is now the world champion, so I’m looking forward to using that to make a statement. And what better place to do it than Monte Carlo.”
The card will be headlined by British fighter Shabaz Masoud, who makes the first defence of his IBO Super Bantamweight World Title against Peter McGrail.
Matchroom Chairman Eddie Hearn added:
“This really is the best card we’ve ever staged in the Principality. Monte Carlo oozes class, and over the years we’ve matched that by delivering some truly memorable nights showcasing the biggest and best talent in the sport.”
As always, everyone at Ecospill will be cheering Pat on as he steps onto the European stage for the first time. Stay tuned for updates and behind-the-scenes coverage as fight night approaches!
Backing Pat McCormack in His Biggest Challenge Yet
We’re proud to stand behind Ecospill Ltd’s sponsored athlete, Pat McCormack, as he prepares for one of the biggest nights of his professional boxing career.
Pat, a Tokyo 2020 Olympic silver medallist, is set to headline against Mexico’s Miguel Parra on Saturday, 6th September. With an unbeaten professional record of 7-0, including 5 knockouts, Pat has proven himself as one of Britain’s most exciting prospects.
His relentless drive and commitment mirror the values we hold at Ecospill: always pushing for excellence and always striving for better.
This weekend marks a huge step in Pat’s journey towards a world title shot, and we can’t wait to see him bring his very best to the ring.
Good luck, Pat – the whole Ecospill team is behind you every step of the way.
Racing Forward: Billy Askew Heads to Trentino After Historic British Win
At Ecospill, we believe in working together to protect and care for the environment, industry, and its people. That belief doesn’t stop at our spill response products and services – It powers everything we do, including backing young British talent who are pushing their limits and leading by example.
Enter Billy Askew.
On Sunday, 31st March, 17-year-old Billy stormed to his first ever British Championship MX2 Pro Race win at the fearsome Hawkstone Park circuit. Representing the Dirt Store Triumph Racing Team and riding the all-new Triumph 250X, Billy made motocross history, securing the first British Championship race win for Triumph’s fresh 250cc machine and proving himself as one of the UK’s most exciting young riders.
And this is only the beginning.
Next Up: MXGP of Trentino – 13th April
Billy now turns his attention to the European stage, where he’ll line up at the MXGP of Trentino in Italy this Sunday (13th April), competing in Round 3 of the European MX2 Championship. With momentum on his side and confidence in the tank, he’s ready to take on the continent’s best and continue writing his story.
Why Ecospill Sponsors Billy Askew
Sponsorship, to us, isn’t about slapping a logo on a kit and calling it a day. It’s about backing people – real, passionate, committed people – who share our values.
Billy embodies that drive. He puts in the work, stays grounded, and performs when it matters. Just like our teams out in the field – keeping workplaces safe, spills under control, and sustainability at the forefront. Thats why we’ve been sponsoring Billy for a number of years.
And let’s face it – he’s fast, fearless, and not afraid to get his hands (and visor) dirty!. We can get behind that.
We’ll be following Billy’s progress this weekend and cheering him on from back in the UK, wishing he were out in Italy with him. No matter the result, we’re proud to be part of his journey.
Because when people push boundaries and do things the right way, that’s when real progress happens. Whether it’s on the track, in the ring or in the workplace, we move forward together.
Good luck in Trentino, Billy & the team. We’re right behind you.
WHO ARE ECOSPILL
Since 2010, Ecospill has led the UK in spill management and spill solutions, providing top-quality spill prevention and containment products. Trusted as the “first choice” for practical, cost-effective solutions, Ecospill supports sectors like oil and gas, utilities, construction, and aerospace. With a vast range of absorbents and spill response products, Ecospill delivers tailored solutions through an established distributor network, meeting the specific needs of UK industries.
