David Ritchie & Sons

David Ritchie & Sons Ltd is a family-run business, established in 1958, located in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, just one mile north of Aviemore. Our company has grown and evolved over the years, expanding into various sectors while remaining faithful to our roots and values. We specialise in waste management, waste recycling, skip hire, quarry operations, ready-mix concrete, and scrap metal recycling. Our team includes multiple family members who serve as directors, managers, and employees in various departments. With a workforce of over 30 employees, we strive to offer exceptional services and maintain a strong connection with our community.

Our Services

1. Waste Management & Recycling: Our purpose-built waste recycling centre caters to the waste disposal needs of everyday life. With waste sorting, segregation, screening, shredding, baling plants, and loading and storage areas, we ensure a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solution to waste disposal.

2. Skip, Tipper & Wheelie Bin Hire: We offer skip, tipper, and wheelie bin hire services, allowing clients to manage and dispose of waste efficiently and conveniently. Our extensive fleet of over 500 skips, Roll on/off containers, and wheelie bins serves the Highlands, enabling us to grow within the recycling sector and provide reliable services across other aspects of the business.

3. Quarry Operations & Landscaping Products: We operate Granish Quarry in Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, providing a variety of quarry and landscaping products. Our offerings include recycled aggregates, quarry products, and tipper hire, empowering clients to enhance their outdoor spaces with quality materials.

4. Ready-Mix Concrete: As a leading supplier of ready-mix concrete, we cater to projects of all sizes. Contractors and construction professionals can benefit from our tailored concrete mixes and delivery services.

5. Scrap Metal Recycling: We handle both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, committed to environmentally responsible solutions. Our services include E.L.V dismantling, recycling, and disposal, contributing to sustainable practices.

6. Other Services: Our comprehensive portfolio includes confidential waste shredding, inert material disposal, and bio-mass timber recycling supplies. We continually adapt to the needs of our clients and the industry, ensuring our services remain relevant and valuable.