- The plant processes both rigid and flexible plastic waste from households.
- It aims to produce high-quality recycled polymers for automotive and consumer products.
- The demo plant will generate material for brand owners to qualify and validate.
- Operation is a joint enterprise between Borealis, TOMRA, and Zimmermann.
Plant Overview
Borealis and TOMRA have started operations at their advanced mechanical recycling demo plant in Lahnstein, Germany. This facility processes both rigid and flexible plastic waste from households, producing high-quality recycled polymers suitable for demanding applications in industries such as automotive and consumer products.
Technological Advancements
The plant aims to deliver high purity, low odour, high product consistency, and light colour fractions in its Borcycle™ M grade recycled polymers. These materials are designed to meet stringent customer quality requirements across the value chain.
Purpose and Goals
The demo plant's primary purpose is to generate material for brand owners and converters to qualify, validate, and prove fit for use in their applications. Successful technical validation will pave the way for a commercial-scale advanced recycling plant.
Collaboration and Expertise
The plant's operation is a joint effort between Borealis, TOMRA, and Zimmermann. Borealis oversees the plant's commercial success and contributes its expertise in innovation, recycling, and compounding. TOMRA provides technology-led solutions and expertise in advanced collection and sorting systems. Zimmermann, a waste management company, is responsible for plant operations and product quality.
