Borealis has revealed that its new, Beringen-based compounding line for recyclate-based polyolefins is now fully operational, allowing customers to co-develop and test the use of recycled plastics in their operations.
The line will utilize Borealis’ proprietary Borcycle M mechanical recycling technology to combine post-consumer and virgin polyolefins into rigid polypropylene and polyethylene compounds. It is designed to process a range of recyclate flakes and meet the standards required in the consumer products, appliances, mobility, and energy sectors.
Additionally, the Beringen facility is upfronted as a ‘platform for collaboration’. Craig Arnold, executive vice president of Polyolefins, Base Chemicals and Circular Economy Solutions at Borealis, comments: “This installation is more than just a technological milestone – it’s a clear commitment to our customers.
“By expanding access to high-quality recyclate-based materials, we’re enabling our partners to accelerate their circular transformation.
“This approach is fully aligned with our strategic ambition to drive sustainable growth through innovation and collaboration.”
Borealis adds that the line complements its acquisitions of Rialti and Integra Plastics, each intended to expand its portfolio of compounds based on mechanical recyclates.
Samples of products made with recyclate-based polyolefins will be presented at Borealis’ booth (Hall 6, Stand A43) at K 2025 in Düsseldorf from 8th – 15th October. The company will also distribute a deposit-free reuse system for cups made from modified polypropylene for foam, manufactured using chemically recycled feedstock from OMV’s ReOil technology.
In other news, biotech company Samsara Eco has opened an enzymatic recycling technology plant in Jerrabomberra, Australia. It plans to upscale production of ‘virgin-identical, low-carbon’ circular materials like recycled nylon and polyester for packaging, among other applications.
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