‘Port of Antwerp-Bruges has the firm ambition to become a leading hub for recycling in the future.’

ICM: Can you present the activities of Port of Antwerp-Bruges in a few words?   Jacques Vandermeiren: Port of Antwerp-Bruges is the port authority in charge of save nautical chain and land management within the port area. In April 2022, Port of Antwerp and the Port of Zeebrugge merged, since then Port of Antwerp-Bruges is one organisation […]

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‘Added value throughout the cycle, from waste collection to the production of high-quality recycled materials.’

ICM: Please give us an overview of the recycling activities of the Derichebourg group. Abderaman El Aoufir: Derichebourg Group is listed in the Paris stock market but controlled and managed by the DERICHEBOURG family. The group was founded in 1956, operating in 13 countries, mainly in Europe. In 2024, the Group produced above 5 million tons […]

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„Revolutionizing recycling: EREMA Group’s vision for a sustainable circular economy“

ICM: Please present the activities of EREMA Group in a few words: Clemens Kitzberger: EREMA Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics recycling solutions. The EREMA Group stands for a plastics industry that takes responsibility for resources. In order to implement the declared goal of the Circular Economy within the plastics industry, the group […]

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Revolutionizing Battery Recycling: An Exclusive Insight with Jodok Reinhardt of Librec AG at ICBR 2024

ICM: Please present the activities of Librec AG in a few words. Jodok Reinhardt: LIBREC is specialized in the production of black-mass from battery production scraps and end-of-life batteries (pre-treatment). In addition, LIBREC operates collection points in several European countries to provide local pick-up solutions. To prepare the collected battery material for production we provide battery […]

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Driving Sustainable Innovation: How Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne Leads the Future of Battery Technology

ICM: Please present the activities of Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne in a few words. Christian Ochsenbein: The Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne (SIPBB) is an important innovation center in the heart of the bilingual city of Biel-Bienne, which is known for its watchmaking and precision industry. It serves as a dynamic environment where around 500 professionals […]

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Interview with Caroline Craenhals, CEO and 4th generation owner at Belgian Scrap Terminal NV

  ICM: Please present the activities of Belgian Scrap Terminal NV in a few words. Caroline Craenhals: Belgian Scrap Terminal boasts a rich heritage spanning over a century, originating from the vision of my great-grandfather and steadfastly remaining within the family’s stewardship ever since. As the fourth-generation custodian, I take immense pride in upholding our […]

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‘Interview with Alison Jones, Senior Vice-President of Circular Economy at Stellantis’

. Alison Jones, Senior Vice-President of Circular Economy at Stellantis and the first female President of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) ICM: Please give us an overview of the Stellantis Group’s Circular Economy strategy? Alison Jones: Stellantis’ Circular Economy business unit is one of the seven business units highlighted by Stellantis in its Dare […]

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What to expect at IARC 2024

International Automotive Recycling Congress, Antwerp, Belgium, June 19 – 21, 2024. A major change is operating in the world of vehicle recycling. Come to meet the global automotive recycling industry and automotive OEMs in Antwerp, June 19 – 21, 2024. The 23rd edition of the IARC is taking place in a context of important change […]

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