23.5 million paper WTNs per year
That's how many waste transfer notes are still done on paper in the UK. From October 2026, DEFRA says that stops.
PAPER WASTE NOTES END OCTOBER 2026
Waste transfer notes. 30 seconds. No paper.
Digital WTNs from your phone. Works without signal. Syncs to DEFRA when you’re back online. Ditch the carbon copies.
Paper notes are costing you.
Up to £5,000 fine per missing note
Section 34, Environmental Protection Act 1990. Can't show a WTN during an EA inspection? That's a criminal offence.
2 years minimum retention
Every note must be stored for at least 2 years. Lose one and you can't prove compliance. Digital notes are searchable, backed up, and always there.
Four taps. Job done.
01
Pick the customer
Recent jobs or scan a QR code. Site address fills itself in.
02
Choose waste type
Tap a category. EWC code fills in automatically. No memorising 6-digit codes.
03
Quantity + photo
Quick-select tonnage. Snap the load. Done.
04
Sign & send
Customer signs on screen. PDF goes to them. Note syncs to DEFRA.
Works offline. Syncs when you get signal.
One van or twenty.
WTN App replaces your carbon copy books with something that actually works.
Solo operators
Man-and-van. Skip hire owner-operators. One phone is all you need.
Small fleets
2–20 vehicles. See every driver's notes in one dashboard. Know your compliance score.
Office managers
EA quarterly returns in one click. Never dig through a filing cabinet again.
What it costs.
Simple seat-based pricing. Rate drops automatically as your team grows.
Start with 20 notes included before billing.
1 driver
£290 /yr
Price for the first driver seat.
2-10 drivers
£190 /driver/yr
Automatic lower per-driver rate when your team grows.
11+ drivers
£140 /driver/yr
Lowest per-driver rate for larger teams.
Included on every seat
- Unlimited notes
- Team management
- DEFRA sync
- PDF to customers
Early access = 50% off first year on yearly billing.
Clock's ticking.
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October 2026: all waste receiving sites must use DEFRA's digital waste tracking. Carriers follow October 2027. Don't leave it till the last minute.
Get early access FREE TOOL — NO SIGNUP
Still filling in waste notes by hand?
Generate a compliant Waste Transfer Note PDF in minutes. Fill in the form online, download the PDF. Or grab a blank template to print and fill in by hand.
5 min on paper, per note
30 sec with WTN App
Free EWC code lookup.
Type what the waste is. We'll find the code.
This lookup is built into WTN App. Your drivers never need to guess a code.
From the blog.
Practical guides for waste carriers going digital.
What Happens When the EA Inspects Your Waste Notes?
Environment Agency inspections are unannounced and they always check your waste transfer notes. Here's exactly what they look at, what gets you fined, and how to be ready.
Read more →DEFRA Digital Waste Tracking: What Every UK Waste Carrier Needs to Know
The DEFRA digital waste tracking mandate starts October 2026. Here's what changes, what the fines look like, and how to get ready without the headache.
Read more →EWC Codes Explained: A Plain-English Guide for Waste Carriers
What EWC codes are, how they work, and how to find the right one. No jargon. Includes a table of the most common codes for waste carriers.
Read more →Questions.
Is WTN App an official DEFRA product?
No. DEFRA is building the backend API for digital waste tracking. They expect private companies to build the tools that carriers actually use. That's us. We sync directly with DEFRA's system.
What is an EWC code?
EWC stands for European Waste Catalogue (also called List of Waste or LoW codes). Every type of waste has a 6-digit code — like 17 09 04 for mixed construction and demolition waste. You need the right code on every waste transfer note.
Does it work without internet?
Yes. The app works fully offline. Notes are saved on your phone and sync to DEFRA automatically when you're back in signal. Built for skips on rural sites with no reception.
When does the DEFRA mandate start?
Waste receiving sites must use digital waste tracking from October 2026. Carriers follow from October 2027. But if you're transferring to a site that's already digital, you'll need to be ready by October 2026.
Can I use this for hazardous waste?
Yes. WTN App includes all hazardous EWC codes and flags them clearly. Hazardous waste has additional consignment note requirements which we handle automatically.
How long do I need to keep waste transfer notes?
By law, waste transfer notes must be kept for a minimum of 2 years (3 years for hazardous waste consignment notes). WTN App stores everything digitally so you never lose a note.
What if I'm not very good with technology?
WTN App is designed for people on building sites, not office workers. Four taps and you're done. If you can use WhatsApp, you can use this. No training manual required.
Can I try it before I pay?
Yes. Early access members get to trial the app before it launches. Join the waitlist and we'll set you up — no card required.
What happens to my old paper notes?
Keep them for the required retention period (2 years, 3 for hazardous). The digital mandate applies to new transfers going forward. Your existing paper records don't need to be digitised.
Get on the list.
We'll let you know when it's ready. Early access members get 50% off.