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Vila Real de Santo António installs Green Bee underground containers

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Sopsa has installed 21 Green Bee underground containers, produced by Lasso, in Vila Real de Santo António, in the south of the country, as part of a municipal project aimed at renewing and strengthening the underground equipment for urban waste collection.

The municipality installed four eco-islands to facilitate selective waste disposal by citizens. These recycling points include five underground containers, ranging from 5 m³ to 2 m³, for the collection of mixed waste (equipped with Masterbag lifting bag and leachate drain), plastic and metal packaging, paper and cardboard, glass waste (with reinforced bag), and bio-waste (with Masterbag and leachate drain). It is worth noting that all containers are equipped with a foot pedal for greater functionality and convenience when opening the lid.

“These are the first Green Bee containers we have installed in the historic area of Vila Real de Santo António, where they fit perfectly thanks to their innovative design and aesthetics, and their reduced visual impact. These containers enable more efficient urban hygiene while simultaneously reducing collection trips, due to their underground waste storage capacity,” says Maria João Ferreira, Lasso’s commercial director for the domestic market.

Lasso showcases cutting-edge waste-management solutions at Portugal Smart Cities Summit

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From 3–5 June, Lasso will be exhibiting at the Portugal Smart Cities Summit, the country’s leading event for urban innovation, held at FIL – Lisbon Exhibition & Congress Centre. This appearance marks another step in Lasso’s mission to transform waste management through sustainable, technology-driven solutions.

At Stand 3A22 in Pavilion 3, Lasso will unveil its latest innovations in underground containers, with special emphasis on the launch of the new Semi DUO—an intelligent, efficient and sustainable approach that promises to revolutionise selective waste collection in urban environments.

Join us to explore how Lasso is helping create cleaner, more connected and more resilient cities by blending technology, sustainability and operational efficiency.

We invite you to visit our stand and discover how innovation can power urban transformation. See you at the Portugal Smart Cities Summit!

Lasso SEMI DUO: two waste streams in a single container

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The SEMI DUO, Lasso’s new semi-underground container, has now hit the market. It was developed specifically to help municipalities adapt to the collection of bio-waste. The Lasso SEMI DUO is an exclusive solution developed by Sopsa, with a unique feature that sets it apart from the rest: it is an innovative, bi-compartmentalized semi-underground container that allows two types of waste to be collected in the same container.

Designed to optimize collection space, this container is equipped with a modular double-opening lid that allows for various combinations of lids and openings – whether mats, vertical openings or single or double drums.

With two distinct openings and two independent bags, the new Lasso SEMI DUO stands out from other containers, allowing users to correctly deposit different waste streams without the risk of cross-contamination. SEMI DUO is particularly suitable for combining bio-waste/mixed waste, and works equally well with plastic/paper. It is also an interesting solution for adapting to existing semi-underground containers, allowing bio-waste to be collected without taking up additional space on public areas.

This innovative approach not only optimises urban space, reducing the need for multiple containers, but also simplifies collection logistics, making it more efficient and economically viable.

The new Lasso SEMI DUO is also compatible with intelligent waste management systems, such as access control systems or fill level probes. In addition, its modern and intuitive design encourages active participation by the population in waste separation, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. With its implementation, municipalities can take a significant step towards meeting recycling and organic recovery targets, ensuring waste management that is more in line with European environmental requirements.

“The introduction of Lasso SEMI DUO represents a concrete response to the challenges of selective collection, demonstrating that innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand to transform the way we manage our waste”, adds Sofia Sampaio, Sopsa’s commercial director for the international market.

Lasso sponsors the 15th National Waste Management Meeting

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Lasso’s underground containers will be present at the 15th National Waste Management Meeting (XV Encontro Nacional de Gestão de Resíduos), which will take place on May 22nd, in Lisbon. Organized by APEMETA – Portuguese Association of Environmental Technology Companies, in collaboration with ESGRA – Association for Waste Management, the event is one of the main national forums dedicated to policies, practices and innovations in the waste management sector.

As a Gold Sponsor, Lasso will showcase in its exhibition space the new underground container solutions – including the new SEMI DUO – developed by Sopsa to ensure greater efficiency in urban cleaning and hygiene, specifically in the collection of urban waste. Visitors will also be able to learn more about the potential of intelligent systems for container filling levels monitoring and access control, which allow for the optimization of collection routes, reduction of operational costs and promotion of environmental sustainability in cities.

“This event is a privileged showcase for us to share our vision on the future of urban waste management. At Sopsa – and through our Lasso brand – we believe that technology and design must go hand in hand to respond to the challenges of modern cities. Being present at the XV National Waste Management Meeting allows us not only to showcase what we are developing, but also to listen to and learn from the main stakeholders in the sector”, says Maria João Ferreira, Sopsa’s commercial director for the national market. With this presence, Lasso reinforces its commitment to innovation and sustainability, actively contributing to the modernization of the waste management sector in Portugal.

Santo Tirso City Council honors Sopsa at INVEST Gala

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Sopsa distinguida na Gala INVEST em Santo Tirso

Sopsa, SA – the company that develops and manufactures Lasso underground and semi-underground containers – was one of the 101 companies honored by Santo Tirso City Council for its PME Excellence status during the INVEST Gala, a ceremony held this April at the Fábrica de Santo Thyrso.

For the Mayor of Santo Tirso, Alberto Costa, “the 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧 pays a fair and deserved tribute to the companies in our municipality that, with vision, hard work and resilience, achieved the prestigious status of PME Líder and PME Excelência in 2023”.

The PME Excelência award is granted annually by IAPMEI – Agency for Competitiveness and Innovation, from the universe of PME Líder, in recognition of the merit and contribution of companies to the results of the economy. This is, therefore, a recognition of the economic, financial and management performance achieved in 2023.

“Sopsa is very proud to receive this distinction from the Santo Tirso local authority. This recognition is the result of the commitment of our entire team, the trust of our customers and our constant dedication to innovation and quality. We will continue to work with the same passion and commitment that has brought us this far and to support municipalities on their path to more sustainable waste management. Thank you all!” said Maria João Ferreira, Sopsa’s commercial director for the national market.

Lasso at Green Energy Expo & Romenvirotec 2025: a positive balance

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Lasso na Green Energy Expo

Lasso is proud to share the successful outcome of its participation in this year’s Green Energy Expo & Romenvirotec, in Bucharest. With a record-breaking attendance of over 6,000 visitors, the 2025 edition marked a significant growth for the event—and for Lasso’s visibility within the industry in Romania.

The brand’s booth saw a notable increase in visitors, attracting professionals, municipal representatives, and stakeholders interested in sustainable urban solutions. The timing of the Congress of Mayors and Local Administration of Romania—organized by ARSC and held concurrently—brought an important and relevant audience to the expo. Lasso too, had the opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers from across the country.

Lasso showcased all its innovative underground waste container systems, designed to streamline urban waste collection, improve aesthetics, and reduce environmental impact. The engagement and feedback we received confirmed a growing interest in smart, sustainable waste management in Romania.

Pedro Martins da Costa, CEO of Lasso, shared his perspective on the event: “This year’s participation in Green Energy Expo & Romenvirotec was truly rewarding. The increased attendance and the presence of municipal leaders allowed us to share our vision for cleaner, smarter cities. We’re proud to see our solutions gaining traction and look forward to continuing these conversations beyond the fair.”

“We thank everyone who visited us at the fair and look forward to future collaborations that move us closer to a cleaner, more sustainable urban future”.

Lasso hydraulic containers are being installed in Romania

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Contentores hidráulicos Lasso instalados em Bucareste, Roménia

Following the installation of the new Sopsa factory in Romania, the first Lasso hydraulic underground containers are being installed in that country. The containers are destined for Sector 6 of the city of Bucharest and, to date, around 300 containers have been installed, in a project involving a total of 743 units.

The project for Sector 6 of the city of Bucharest integrates C4 hydraulic containers, with a Red Bee stainless steel column and drum, for the selective collection of mixed waste, plastic and packaging, paper and cardboard and bio-waste.

“The capital of Romania is now reorganizing its waste management, adapting it to the new European directives, and our Lasso containers will be fundamental to this process. The choice of hydraulic containers is due to the fact that they present all the advantages of a recycling bank with underground containers, without, however, the need for a crane”, says Sofia Sampaio, commercial director of Lasso for the international market.

The more than 700 new C4 hydraulic containers from Lasso are being produced at Sopsa’s new production unit, located north of Bucharest – Sopsa Inovatie Ecologica,Srl.

First semi-underground Lasso waste containers arrive in Morocco

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Contentores semienterrados Lasso em Temara, Marrocos

The first Lasso SEMI PE semi-underground containers have just been installed in Temara, a coastal city in Morocco, in a project carried out in collaboration with local distributor, Isotec Maroc. These are containers with a capacity of 1.5 m³, with a double metal ring, intended for the storage of mixed waste, installed in a new urbanization built in this Moroccan city recognized as a beach and golf destination.

Morocco is currently implementing a more sustainable waste management policy, in which Lasso semi-underground containers fit appropriately, given their characteristics of large capacity, robustness, durability and space optimization. One of the features that immediately pleased those responsible for the Temara project was the fact that waste is stored below ground, which prevents odors and pests and ensures greater urban hygiene.

“The Lasso SEMI adapt perfectly to the demands of our customers in Morocco and meet all the requirements for waste management needs in that country. The first containers have already been installed and we are sure that they are an excellent option”, says Sofia Sampaio, commercial director at Lasso for the international market.

Lasso at Green Energy Expo & Romenvirotec for the second year running

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From 9 to 11 April, Lasso will be at Green Energy Expo & Romenvirotec, at the Romexpo exhibition centre in Bucharest, Romania. This is the international trade fair dedicated to renewable energy, waste and water management, and is the most important exhibition in this sector in this country where Sopsa has recently set up a manufacturing plant.

At this event dedicated to sustainability, Lasso will be showcasing its advanced waste collection solutions, namely its underground and semi-underground containers, manufactured by Sopsa. These solutions also include hydraulic containers, a solution with all the benefits of underground containers, but with the advantage of not requiring a crane for collection operations.

This will be an opportunity to explore and see how Lasso underground and semi-underground containers are transforming the urban environment, through solutions that are more aesthetically pleasing and take up less space, while also improving waste collection efficiency and promoting greater hygiene and a greener future for the smart cities of the future.

“This is our second year at this event in Romania, to show our customers the full potential of our innovative waste collection solutions. Romania and neighboring countries are beginning to adopt new policies regarding waste management and Sopsa positions itself as a partner for the sustainability of their cities”, says Sofia Sampaio, the brand’s commercial director for the international market.