Freepoint Eco-Systems and Source One Forge Long-Term Recycling Partnership for Plastic Waste

In a significant move towards advancing recycling efforts, Freepoint Eco-Systems International Ltd and Source One GmbH have announced a long-term collaboration aimed at developing pretreatment infrastructure for plastic waste recycling across Europe. This partnership emphasizes both companies’ commitment to addressing the urgent need for efficient plastic waste management and enhancing the circular economy.

The agreement marks a milestone as it involves the establishment of multiple pretreatment plants that will focus on transforming post-consumer waste into high-quality raw materials suitable for advanced recycling processes. According to Freepoint Eco-Systems, these facilities will play a crucial role in supporting the growing pyrolysis infrastructure throughout Europe, which is essential for effective plastic waste recycling.

Source One, acting as the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor, has pioneered a unique pretreatment concept that has already demonstrated commercial viability. This innovative system is designed to efficiently handle complex waste streams, including mixed plastic packaging and flexible films. Notably, it significantly reduces energy consumption and minimizes environmental impact while ensuring that the resulting materials meet the stringent quality standards required for both pyrolysis and mechanical processing.

Jacco de Haas, the Commercial Director of Recycling in Europe at Freepoint Eco-Systems, commented, "This collaboration marks the onset of a strategic partnership focused on unlocking the value of plastic waste. By combining our raw material strategy with Source One's leading pretreatment platform, we are constructing critical infrastructure that enables commercial-scale and competitive pyrolysis."

The intended cooperation aligns with Freepoint Eco-Systems' ambition to emerge as a leading raw material supplier for advanced recycling in Europe. The output from these new facilities is expected to feed Freepoint's own pyrolysis plants and support other recycling initiatives across the continent.

Kai Hoyer, founder and CEO of Source One GmbH, emphasized the importance of this partnership by stating, "Partnering with Freepoint Eco-Systems provides the essential capacity needed to effectively utilize plastic resources across Europe. Together, we are advancing the circular economy by leveraging cutting-edge recycling technologies and accelerating the high-quality recovery and reuse of plastics."

This collaborative agreement lays the groundwork for infrastructure that meets European regulatory drivers, including the Green Deal and the Circular Economy Action Plan. These initiatives advocate for increased use of recycled content in plastic packaging, accentuating the necessity for collaborative efforts in overcoming critical bottlenecks in the plastic value chain.

The partnership aims to not only boost material recovery but also to facilitate responsible resource utilization in Europe. With regulations tightening around plastic use and waste, this strategic alliance between Freepoint Eco-Systems and Source One stands to make a significant impact on recycling capabilities.

About Freepoint Eco-Systems


Freepoint Eco-Systems operates as a subsidiary of Freepoint Commodities LLC, a global trader in commodity management, providing supply chain management services and eco-friendly solutions to clients. The organization focuses on assisting businesses and waste collectors in improving plastic waste collection and disposal, converting waste into valuable products. Their operations span across the United States, Europe, and Asia, reflecting their wide-reaching influence in the sustainability sector.

For further insights, visit Freepoint Eco-Systems.

About Source One


Source One specializes in operational consulting in environmental issues, resources, and sustainability. The company adopts a holistic approach, employing innovative technologies and measurable results to efficiently close material loops. Source One effectively bridges interactions across the circular economy value chain since 2019 and has successfully implemented circular economy solutions, waste management, and recycling projects across more than 20 countries.

For additional details, visit Source One.

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