NLComp and Composite Recycling have collaborated to demonstrate NLComp’s rComposite material recyclability and reuse applications for the marine industry.
Italian based NLComp has collaborated with Composite Recycling to evaluate the circular economy of its rComposite material, which combines a thermoplastic matrix (Arkema’s Elium resin) with low-impact raw materials.
The companies say the test results exceeded expectations with the reclaimed fibers exhibiting no visible impurities and demonstrated a soft, pliable texture.
There was also minimal residue which NLComp says confirms the material’s high potential for reuse in new composite materials.
The test results build upon the DNV statement that nlcomp achieved in October 2024, verifying the recyclability and recycled content of rComposite under ISO standards.
“This project with Composite Recycling demonstrates how innovation and collaboration can drive sustainability in large industries,” explained Fabio Bignolini, CEO of NLComp.
Our great alignment of visions and goals is essential to build a full value chain of sustainable composites.
Guillaume Perben
“The recyclability potential of rComposite not only meets but exceeds our expectations, paving the way for a more circular future in marine, wind energy, and other sectors.
“Together with the statement we obtained from DNV this year, it’s a significant step forward for the credibility of our technology.”
Guillaume Perben, CEO of Composite Recycling, added: “Our partnership with NLComp exemplifies our shared goal of transforming the lifecycle of composite materials.
“Our great alignment of visions and goals is essential to build a full value chain of sustainable composites.
“These results confirm the value of innovative recycling processes, bringing us closer to a day when composite waste is fully diverted from landfills and directed toward valuable new production.”
Italian based NLComp was founded in 2020 and has launched the sailing prototype Ecoracer and renderings for its new Offshore 35.
NLComp has has collaborated with companies incluing Cantiere del Pardo.
Composite Recycling is a Swiss startup founded in 2021, aimed at revolutionising the end-of-life cycle for composite materials.
