Kia Ireland return as sponsor of Big Beach Clean 2026

Kia Ireland will return as the official sponsor of the Big Beach Clean 2026 which 
takes place from 18th to 20th of September across Ireland. 
Last year, over 60 tons of litter were removed from Irish beaches and waterways by 
almost 11,000 volunteers from more than 500 organised clean-ups. Registrations are 
now open for this year’s event, which is hoped to be even bigger. Kia are encouraging 
as many people as possible to sign up for their local beach clean at cleancoasts.org. 
 
The Big Beach Clean is part of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) and invites 
volunteers from across Ireland to remove litter from coastal areas and inland 
waterways at the end of the bathing season. The data collected from this campaign is 
part of a worldwide citizen science project that aims to heighten awareness about the 
issue of marine litter and help to shape future policies in this area. 
 
Cathal Kealey, Head of Marketing & PR @ Kia Ireland commented “ Kia Ireland are 
delighted to return as the official sponsor of the Big Beach Clean in 2026. On a global 
level, Kia continues to support the Ocean Cleanup, an organisation with a long-term 
objective of removing 90% of floating ocean plastic worldwide by 2040. 
In addition to using recycled materials in vehicle production, Kia continues to 
explore ways for collected plastic waste to be recycled and reused, and have recently 
launched a boot liner accessory which contains 40% recycled ocean plastic. In line 
with these global clean up initiatives, Kia Ireland are encouraging as many people as 
possible to register for their local beach clean next month.” 
 
Bronagh Moore, An Taisce’s Clean Coasts Manager commented “We’re looking 
forward to another great turnout this year for our annual Big Beach Clean. Every 
piece of litter collected and recorded during the cleanup is vital for raising awareness 
and driving meaningful policy changes to protect our oceans. Small actions, when 
multiplied by many, can have a huge impact. We encourage everyone, no matter your 
location, to get involved and record your findings. By working together, we'll create a 
tangible and lasting impact on ocean health.” 
 
For more information and to register, visit www.cleancoasts.org. Further 
information on these Kia initiatives is available on www.Kia.com 
 
 
Pictured: Bronagh Moore, Clean Coasts Programme Manager and Cathal Kealey, 
Head of Marketing and PR at Kia Ireland, at Big Beach Clean launch in Rosslare.