Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # ZeroPol Flagship – Towards a NetZero Plastics Industry ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://zeropol.ch/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [First ZeroPol Publication Presented at SAMPE Europe 2025](https://zeropol.ch/first-zeropol-publication-presented-at-sampe-europe-2025/) - As part of the Innosuisse Flagship project ZeroPol – Towards a Net-Zero Plastics Industry, researchers from EPFL have presented the first scientific publication of the consortium at the SAMPE Europe Conference 2025 in Amsterdam. The contribution focuses on the development of debondable adhesive systems for high-performance aerospace applications – an approach supporting circular economy principles - [Third Consortium Meeting at Resilux](https://zeropol.ch/third-consortium-meeting-at-resilux/) - Follow the collaboration of Zeropol - 'TNZPI' project and the insightful second consortium meeting aimed at systemic impact in Switzerland's plastic industry. - [Zeropol featured in magazine "KunststoffXtra"](https://zeropol.ch/zeropol-featured-in-magazine-kunststoffxtra/) - Project background and goals are presented in the official magazine of the Swiss plastics industry association - [Recap of “Towards a Net Zero Plastics Industry” Flagship Get Together](https://zeropol.ch/recap-of-tanzpi-flagship-get-together/) - Researchers met in Bern to share insights on sustainability and IP. We're applying these to our 'NetZero Plastics' project. - [Second Consortium Meeting at OST](https://zeropol.ch/second-consortium-meeting/) - Follow the collaboration of Zeropol - 'TNZPI' project and the insightful second consortium meeting aimed at systemic impact in Switzerland's plastic industry. - [Approved Proposal for Sustainable Plastics Project](https://zeropol.ch/approved-proposal-for-sustainable-plastics-project/) - Innosuisse approves 'Towards a NetZero Plastics Industry' project. A 4-year collaboration with 5 research institutions and 18 companies to reduce CO2 emissions. - [Kickoff Innosuisse Flagship “Towards a Net Zero Plastics Industry”](https://zeropol.ch/kickoff/) - Learn about the launch of our project 'Towards a NetZero Plastics Industry,' aiming to cut CO2 emissions and create a circular economy through its subprojects. ## Pages - [Home](https://zeropol.ch/) - Join us in revolutionizing the Swiss plastics industry using digital tech, innovative materials, and collaboration for a sustainable, circular economy. - [Partners](https://zeropol.ch/partners/) - Discover our partners and how we collaborate with key stakeholders to drive systemic change towards a circular plastics economy in Switzerland. - [Media](https://zeropol.ch/media/) - Access media coverage and press releases about our project. Read articles and explore our efforts for a sustainable plastics future. - [Events](https://zeropol.ch/events/) - Download our image kit, infographic, logo kit, and press images to support our project and learn more about the transition to a circular plastics economy. - [Downloads](https://zeropol.ch/downloads/) - Download our image kit, infographic, logo kit, and press images to support our project and learn more about the transition to a circular plastics economy. - [News](https://zeropol.ch/news/) - Stay updated with our latest news, developments, and industry insights as we work towards a sustainable future in the Swiss plastics industry. - [ZeroPol](https://zeropol.ch/about/) - Learn how our project transforms the Swiss plastics industry through digital innovations and systemic changes for a NetZero, circular economy. - [GD Archive](https://zeropol.ch/gd-archive/) - Explore our partners categorized by their expertise and contributions. Connect with organizations driving innovation and systemic change in the plastics industry for a sustainable future. - [Partner Detail](https://zeropol.ch/partner/) - Learn about Partner Detail and their role in transforming the plastics industry. Discover their contributions and collaborative efforts for a circular economy. - [Eco-Design Tool](https://zeropol.ch/eco-design-tool/) - Subproject 2 develops an eco-design tool for designers to select sustainable materials and processes, optimizing recyclability and extending product longevity. - [Multi-sided Platform](https://zeropol.ch/multi-sided-platform/) - Our Multi-sided Platform fosters a collaborative eco-system for the plastics industry, driving a circular economy and scaling innovations across Switzerland. - [Best Carbon Footprint Materials](https://zeropol.ch/best-carbon-footprint-materials/) - Subproject 3 develops and evaluates biobased and recyclable composites, helping manufacturers produce high-performance plastic products with lower CO2 emissions. - [Re-Wiring Value Chains](https://zeropol.ch/re-wiring-value-chains/) - This Subproject aims to enhance transparency and traceability along the entire plastics value chain. By utilizing blockchain technology and advanced data analytics, Subproject 5 will enable manufacturers to track materials from production to end-of-life, ensuring compliance, optimizing supply chains, and reducing operational costs through improved logistics and material reuse strategies. Targets The plastics industry lacks - [Accelerating R-Principles](https://zeropol.ch/accelerating-r-principles/) - Subproject 6 promotes sustainable business models by integrating life cycle management and R-principles, creating tools to enhance plastic product sustainability. - [New Process Technologies](https://zeropol.ch/new-process-technologies/) - Subproject 4 aims to boost energy efficiency and cut waste in plastic manufacturing with digital twins, real-time monitoring, and new material integration. - [Terms and Conditions](https://zeropol.ch/terms-and-conditions/) - ENTER YOUR SITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS HERE - [GD Archive Item](https://zeropol.ch/gd-archive-item/) - Discover the impactful work of GD Archive Item in transforming the plastics industry. Learn about initiatives, innovations, and role in a circular economy. - [Privacy Policy](https://zeropol.ch/privacy-policy/) - NewsWho we are Our website address is: https://zeropol.ch. The Zeropol Project Management Office Address is: Production Management Division, Dufourstrasse 40a, 9000 St.Gallen, Switzerland | +41 71 224 72 65 Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user - [Contact](https://zeropol.ch/contact/) - Reach out to us for more information about our project, ask questions, or learn how you can get involved in creating a sustainable plastics industry. ## Partners - [UpBoards GmbH](https://zeropol.ch/partner/upboards-gmbh/) - We develop, produce and market sustainable, high-quality recycled boards made from 100% mixed plastic waste for a wide range of applications. Thanks to our patented production process, specially developed machinery, in-depth knowledge, wealth of experience and great expertise, we are one of the pioneers and drivers of the reuse of mixed plastic waste - which - [Pilatus Aircraft Ltd](https://zeropol.ch/partner/pilatus-aircraft-ltd/) - Aircraft developer & manufacturer Founded in 1939, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd develops and produces the world’s most unique aircraft: from the legendary PC-12, the best-selling single-engine turboprop in its class, to the PC-7 MKX and PC-21 and associated simulators, the market-leading systems for pilot training. The brand-new PC-24 is the world’s first ever business jet designed - [Resilux Schweiz AG / Poly Recycling AG](https://zeropol.ch/partner/resilux-schweiz-ag-poly-recycling-ag/) - Since 2017, Resilux Schweiz AG and Polyrecycling AG have been operating Europe’s most advanced “bottle-to-bottle” plant in Bilten, where used PET bottles are transformed into new, food-grade bottles for the beverage industry. The recycling process involves multiple steps to ensure exceptional quality and purity, utilizing up to 100% recycled material for new beverage bottles. Through advanced - [Interroll SA](https://zeropol.ch/partner/interroll-sa/) - Interroll SA is the Center of Excellence for Technopolymer of the Interroll Group. Interroll is a globally leading provider of material handling solutions, specializing in conveyor systems, rollers, drives, and sortation technologies. The company serves industries like logistics, e-commerce, food processing, and airports, delivering innovative and efficient solutions for internal transport and automation - [SUPSI (DTI-ISTePS)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/supsi-dti-isteps/) - The Institute of Systems and Technologies for Sustainable Production (ISTePS) is a research entity within the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI) at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI). ISTePS focuses on applied research and technological innovation in the design and management of production systems, emphasizing the advancement of manufacturing systems, - [Composites Busch](https://zeropol.ch/partner/composites-busch/) - Composites BUSCH designs, develops, industrializes and manufactures tailored products and solutions in high-performance composite materials to suit customers' individual needs. We are active in medical devices, industrial goods, aeronautic & mobility and watchmaking/luxury markets. - [FluidSolids AG](https://zeropol.ch/partner/fluidsolids-ag/) - We have developed a disruptive and patented technology to produce Swiss-quality components with outstanding mechanical properties and a radically minimized environmental impact. Our vision is to fight plastic pollution and global warming by upcycling organic waste into industrial performance materials. Our mission is to establish the world’s most environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics. - [soRec AG](https://zeropol.ch/partner/sorec-ag/) - We focus on constant innovation, excellent recycling technology, motivated employees and prompt service for a sustainable circular economy. Our focus is on electronic waste and industrial recycling (iron and metals), including collection, as well as municipal waste disposal. We recycle in our own modern facilities and can therefore implement new technologies quickly and achieve maximum - [OST – Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing (IWK)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/iwk-institut-fur-werkstofftechnik-und-kunststoffverarbeitung-an-der-ost-ostschweizer-fachhochschule/) - IWK is the leading research institution in Switzerland for component design and production in plastics technology with more than 50 employees. Our goal is to combine science and practice for innovative solutions with modern materials and production technologies. The modern equipment in the machine and device pool, as well as software tools, also enables the - [Sulzer (Sulzer Chemtech Division)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/sulzer-sulzer-chemtech-division/) - Sulzer Chemtech, a division of Sulzer Ltd, is a leading provider of innovative technologies and solutions for sustainable chemical processing, with a strong focus on recycling and renewable feedstocks. We combine expertise in separation technologies, process development, and equipment manufacturing to deliver scalable, economically viable solutions for a more sustainable chemical industry. Our portfolio includes - [Composite Recycling](https://zeropol.ch/partner/composite-recycling/) - Composite Recycling is a cleantech startup that has developed a next generation technology for recycling fibre-reinforced plastics (FRP) and pioneered a new thermolysis-based approach that results in reclaimed outputs (fibre and thermolysis oil) that are high-quality and high-value as secondary raw materials for manufacturing new composites and plastics. Based in Ecublens, Switzerland, Composite Recycling was - [vonRoll infratec (services) ag](https://zeropol.ch/partner/vonroll-infratec-services-ag/) - Water and urbanity are the driving forces behind the industrial and data group After the start of industrial activity with a blast furnace licence in 1810, the company was founded in 1823. The most recent 20 years of vonRoll infratec's history are the story of a metamorphosis: the former supplier of hardware for the Swiss - [medmix Switzerland AG](https://zeropol.ch/partner/medmix-switzerland-ag/) - medmix is a global market leader in high-precision delivery devices. We hold top positions in the healthcare, consumer and industrial end-markets. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions to help millions of people live healthier and more confident lives. At medmix, we bring innovation to life by continuously improving our processes, products, and solutions focused - [Huntsman Advanced Materials](https://zeropol.ch/partner/huntsman-advanced-materials/) - Huntsman Advanced Materials is a leading global material solutions provider. Our portfolio of adhesives, composites and formulation products meet demanding engineering specifications and address customer-specific needs across a wide variety of industrial and consumer applications. Serving more than 2,000 customers in over 30 countries, our dedicated employees are characterized by their expertise in complex chemistry, - [Mythentec AG](https://zeropol.ch/partner/mythentec-ag/) - Mythentec AG, based in Biberist, Switzerland, is a company specializing in plastic solutions with a strong focus on providing high-quality engineering and manufacturing services. They offer a wide range of services, from product development to post-production, including injection molding, prototyping, 3D scanning, and laser processing. Their commitment to flexibility and short communication channels ensures efficient - [Composites United Switzerland](https://zeropol.ch/partner/composites-united-switzerland/) - Composites United Switzerland (CU Switzerland) is the Swiss regional division of Composites United e.V., one of the world's largest networks for fibre-based multi-material lightweight construction, was created from the merger of the two associations Carbon Composites e. V. and CFK Valley e. V.. Around 350 members (around 50 in Switzerland) have joined forces to form - [Meraxis Group](https://zeropol.ch/partner/meraxis-group/) - With over 2 billion euros sales, Meraxis is one of the world's leading plastics distributors. In addition to its headquarters in Muri near Bern (Switzerland), the trade group has around 30 locations worldwide. As a full-service provider, the Meraxis Group provides its customers with targeted support in the strategic procurement of polymers and polymerrelated products: - [Tide Ocean SA](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tide-ocean-sa/) - #tide® is giving waste a value by repurposing plastic trash through social and enviornmental impact. The award winning mechanical recycling solution turns both ocean bound and post consumer plastics from coastlines and uncontrolled landfills in South East Asia, Mexico and the Caribbeans into high qualitly virgin level second life raw material. The product offering of - [EPFL - Laboratory for Processing of Advanced Composites (LPAC)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/epfl-lpac/) - EPFL is Europe’s most cosmopolitan technical university. It welcomes students, professors and collaborators of more than 120 nationalities. EPFL has both a Swiss and international vocation and focuses on three missions: teaching, research and innovation. EPFL collaborates with an important network of partners, including other universities and colleges, secondary schools and gymnasiums, industry and the - [OST - Institute for Product Design, Development, and Construction (IPEK)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/ipek/) - IPEK, the Institute for Product Design, Development, and Construction at Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences, deals with all aspects related to the product and implements them in practice: planning, development, design, production, supply chain, quality, service, and maintenance. - [ETH Zürich - pd|z Product Development Group Zurich](https://zeropol.ch/partner/eth-zurich-pdz-product-development-group-zurich/) - Success in product development depends heavily on the competence and skills of teams and individuals. This is why we dedicate our research to create knowledge that enables the value-adding use of new technologies - and to make this knowledge tangible and teachable. Industrial and clinical needs are the driving forces for our interdisciplinary research. Our - [OST - Institute for Microtechnology and Photonics (IMP)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/ost-imp-institut-fur-mikrotechnik-und-photonik/) - At OST we support our industrial partners in material and process developments within R&D projects and as a service partner. The institute IMP is responsible for education and training of engineers in photonic and microtechnic skills. Additionally, our staff teaches materials sciences and production metrology. - [University of St.Gallen - Institute of Technology Management (ITEM)](https://zeropol.ch/partner/universitat-st-gallen-institute-of-technology-management-item/) - The Institute of Technology Management - Division of Production Management at the University of St.Gallen is the project leader of Zeropol and thus of the Innosuisse flagship project “Towards a NetZero Plastics Industry”. The division of Production Management offers industrial organizations both industry and functional expertise, consulting and benchmarking competencies, and academic research from a ## Categories - [Press](https://zeropol.ch/category/press/) - [Project](https://zeropol.ch/category/project/) - [Project meeting](https://zeropol.ch/category/project-meeting/) ## Partner Tags - [Processing](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/processing/) - [Packaging](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/packaging/) - [Recycling](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/recycling/) - [Multi-Sided Platform](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/multi-sided-platform/) - [R-Strategies](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/r-strategies/) - [End-to-End Visibility](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/end-to-end-visibility/) - [Track and Trace](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/track-and-trace/) - [Value Chains](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/value-chains/) - [Materials](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/materials/) - [Microtechnology](https://zeropol.ch/partner/tags/microtechnology/) - 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