Industry-leading manufacturer of fine shotgun cartridges for clay and game shooters, Eley Hawk, are delighted to announce their latest collaboration, this time with The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT). Together they will launch a new cartridge to support the work of the charity. The Eley 12 Gauge Grand Prix Traditional Bismusth will be available online and in stores across the UK and a donation from every cartridge sold will be made to the GWCT.

The GWCT shares many common goals with Eley Hawk including the use of scientific research to underpin sustainable conservation practice, the conservation of landscape, habitat and wildlife and improving the biodiversity of the countryside to name just a few.

Eley Hawk is a brand with nearly 200 years of expertise in manufacturing the finest clay and game cartridges, and stands unmatched in the UK in relation to its innovative components. From its humble beginnings in London to becoming a globally recognised brand, their commitment to cutting-edge technology and batch-to-batch consistency ensures that it remains "the perfect choice" for every scenario. And their continued dedication to sustainability and innovation makes it the perfect match for the GWCT, aligning with their commitment to responsible game management and conservation.

The cartridge itself, the Eley 12 Gauge Grand Prix Traditional Bismuth Pro-Eco 28g 5 shot load is designed to be the most environmentally conscious cartridge available on the market, suitable for all types of guns. Eley has expertly combined hard-hitting bismuth shot with their renowned Pro-Eco wad—the UK’s first and only fully certified dissolvable, compostable, and marine-friendly eco wad.

This cartridge is loaded into a true 2½ inch (65mm) case with a roll turnover top, making it ideal for all guns, from classic old English shotguns to modern over-and-under models. The blend of traditional design and aesthetics with environmentally friendly, industry-leading components results in unrivalled performance. Perfect for Grouse, Partridge, and Pheasant shooting, this load offers both ethical and effective shooting, ensuring you get the most out of your game season while staying committed to conservation.

Eley Hawk’s Managing Director, Roderigo Crespo-Barreda says: “At Eley Hawk, we believe that the future of shooting lies in our ability to innovate while preserving the environment in which we have the pleasure of adventuring. That's why we're incredibly proud to partner with the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust on the launch of our new Eley VIP Bismuth Pro-Eco 28g 5 load. This cartridge represents the pinnacle of environmentally conscious design, combining our hard-hitting Bismuth shot with the UK's first fully certified dissolvable and compostable Pro-Eco wad. This partnership underlines our commitment to safeguarding wildlife and their habitats, ensuring that both our sport and the natural world can thrive for generations to come. We're excited to see the positive impact this collaboration will have on the shooting community.”

Mike Swan, GWCT Senior Advisor, says: “GWCT are delighted to be partnering up with Eley Hawk as they have been real leaders in the switch away from lead. I have used Eley Bismuth for virtually all of my wildfowl shooting since the mid 1990s, and been very happy with the results. More recently I have used Pro-eco wad cartridges for a wide range of quarry and been very impressed with their performance and biodegradability, so I have every confidence in the new Eley VIP Bismuth Pro-Eco 28g 5 load.

“Meanwhile, it is great to think that the users of these new cartridges from Eley will be supporting the GWCT’s research, and helping us to understand how to stem biodiversity declines.”