Stericycle

Stericycle is a leading compliance company specializing in the safe and responsible disposal of regulated medical waste, secure information destruction, and comprehensive compliance solutions. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Bannockburn, Illinois, Stericycle serves a diverse clientele. These include healthcare facilities, dental clinics, veterinary practices, and various businesses requiring secure waste management services.

Services Offered

• Regulated Medical Waste Management: Stericycle provides end-to-end solutions for the collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of medical waste, including biohazardous materials, sharps, pharmaceuticals, and controlled substances.
• Secure Information Destruction: Through its Shred-it® division, Stericycle offers secure document shredding and hard drive destruction services to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.
• Compliance Training and Solutions: Stericycle delivers training programs and resources to help organizations comply with regulations such as HIPAA and OSHA, ensuring a safer and more compliant workplace.
• Specialty Services: The company offers additional services, including pharmaceutical waste management, sharps disposal, and hazardous waste management, tailored to meet the specific needs of various industries.

Global Presence

Stericycle operates across North America and Europe, with a significant presence in the United States.

Notable locations include:

• Bannockburn, IL, USA: Global corporate headquarters.
• San Antonio, TX, USA
• Albuquerque, NM, USA
• Tucson, AZ, USA
• Miami, FL, USA
• Oklahoma City, OK, USA
• Memphis, TN, USA
• Jacksonville, FL, USA
• Baltimore, MD, USA
• Huntsville, AL, USA
• San Diego, CA, USA
• Conroe, TX, USA
• Vernon, CA, USA
• Kansas City, MO, USA

Recent Developments

In June 2024, Waste Management announced plans to acquire Stericycle in a deal valued at $7.2 billion. This acquisition aims to expand Waste Management's presence in the healthcare waste disposal market.

The deal is expected to enhance its service offerings and operational capabilities.

Stericycle's commitment to safety, compliance, and sustainability has established it as a trusted partner. Organizations seeking reliable waste management and compliance solutions continue to rely on Stericycle’s expertise.