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The first European 100% circular olefins producer
Net zero and circular society
Only by diverting from the use of fossil based feedstock and moving towards circular feedstocks the chemical industry can contribute towards a net zero and circular society
Strategic autonomy and security of supply
Made in Europe reduces supply chain risks and increases business resilience
First circular methanol-to-olefins
production facility
Blue Circle Olefins is developing the first circular methanol-to-olefins production plant in The Netherlands to supply 100% circular olefins to the European chemical industry
what we do
Making chemicals circular
ambition
Defossilizing the Chemical Industry
Our facilities will convert renewable methanol into ethylene and propylene, which are the basic building blocks of plastics and many other materials
- Paint
- Shoes
- Carbon Racing Bicycle
- Phone
- Toys
- Shampoo
- Windmills
- Solar Panels
- Sewer Pipes
- Power Cables
- and more...
Innovation
COLLABORATIVE INNOVATION
Defossilization of the chemical industry requires collaboration along the value chain. This is why we work with a “Coalition of Willing” both upstream and downstream in selected value chains.
We collaborate with methanol producers, olefin converters up to global brand owners to optimize supply chain efficiencies and secure viable business cases for 100% circular products. We create long-term and trust-based partnerships.
benefits
Key benefits of using circular olefins
Carbon Footprint
Reduction
Cut your product carbon footprints (including end-of life) with over 80% compared to traditional oil based olefins
Regulatory Compliance
Complying with all current and upcoming regulations related to safety, environmental impact and circularity
Product Quality
Advanced process ensures highest industry standard product quality and performance
Short
Time-to-Market
Product can be directly used in your existing value chains reducing time-to-market for the introduction of circular products
Resilience
Ensure security of supply for olefins in the current market dynamics
Multiple Green Feedstock Options
Upcycle plastic waste, residual biomass or CO2 into circular olefins depending on your client needs
impact
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Circular Ethylene and Propylene for the chemical industry
Emission reduction
Carbon Footprint
Scope 1,2 and 3 emission reductions potential of more than 100 Mton when replacing 30 Mton fossil olefins currently produced in the EU
Circular Feedstocks
Renewable methanol produced from second generation biomass, waste that is currently incinerated or biogenic CO2 and green hydrogen is used as a circular carbon feedstock
Electrification
The production facility will be fully electrified using green electricity, reducing scope 1 emissions to almost zero
Re-using Water
The MTO process produces substantial amounts of water that will be used to reduce the intake of fresh water
Project NL
first production facility
Blue Circle’s first 200 kton production facility will be located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and will be able to supply olefins that can be used for the production of 100% traceable polyolefins or chemicals
meet our team
Proven track record
Project execution and
industrial innovation
Ralph holds a master’s degree in chemistry and in Business Administration from the Radboud University Nijmegen. He started his career in DSM in venture capital and business development.
After DSM, he founded several companies (Qlyte, Blue Fifty, Blue Care) and initiated several projects in green chemicals for Maire Tecnimont.
In 2022 he co-founded Blue Circle to enable circular olefin production.
Reinier holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Radboud University Nijmegen before starting his career at DSM. After several roles he was responsible for the global R&D strategy within DSM.
He continued his career at Bolsius and afterwards at TNO, where he was appointed as principal consultant Industrial Transformation.
He also was a board member of SusChem in Brussels, advising the European Commission on the transition to a Net Zero and Circular chemical industry.
Floor Saris holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the University of Twente. She spent more than 18 years at Royal DSM in international leadership roles across strategy, innovation, marketing and business development. She now works as a systems transformation advisor and investor focused on accelerating innovation in food, climate and bio-based industries. Floor serves on several boards in the bioeconomy and sustainable materials space.
When Emmo Meijer started at Royal DSM, the company was known for its production of bulk chemicals. When he took his leave as President DSM Research and Chief Technology Officer, spanning a period wherein DSM transformed into primarily a life-sciences company, Emmo had made his reputation of an innovation leader.Later, Emmo served Unilever and FrieslandCampina in the role of R&D director and disseminated his knowledge in a multitude of advisory positions as well. Amongst others, he is a board member at some top universities, chairman of the strategic advisory board TNO Industry, Director of the Royal Dutch Society for Science, Ambassador of the National Program for Circular Economy, Chairperson of the Dutch Chemical sector and advisor to a number of venture capital funds and industries. On behalf of the European Commission, he is in the chair of the EIT Raw Materials.
Bart Welten held various CFO positions at Avantium NV, Centrient Pharmaceuticals, and DSM Resins. Currently he provides advisory services at scale-up companies.
Ralph holds a master’s degree in chemistry and in Business Administration from the Radboud University Nijmegen. He started his career in DSM in venture capital and business development.
After DSM, he founded several companies (Qlyte, Blue Fifty, Blue Care) and initiated several projects in green chemicals for Maire Tecnimont.
In 2022 he co-founded Blue Circle to enable circular olefin production.
Reinier holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Radboud University Nijmegen before starting his career at DSM. After several roles he was responsible for the global R&D strategy within DSM.
He continued his career at Bolsius and afterwards at TNO, where he was appointed as principal consultant Industrial Transformation.
He also was a board member of SusChem in Brussels, advising the European Commission on the transition to a Net Zero and Circular chemical industry.
Floor Saris holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the University of Twente. She spent more than 18 years at Royal DSM in international leadership roles across strategy, innovation, marketing and business development. She now works as a systems transformation advisor and investor focused on accelerating innovation in food, climate and bio-based industries. Floor serves on several boards in the bioeconomy and sustainable materials space.
When Emmo Meijer started at Royal DSM, the company was known for its production of bulk chemicals. When he took his leave as President DSM Research and Chief Technology Officer, spanning a period wherein DSM transformed into primarily a life-sciences company, Emmo had made his reputation of an innovation leader.Later, Emmo served Unilever and FrieslandCampina in the role of R&D director and disseminated his knowledge in a multitude of advisory positions as well. Amongst others, he is a board member at some top universities, chairman of the strategic advisory board TNO Industry, Director of the Royal Dutch Society for Science, Ambassador of the National Program for Circular Economy, Chairperson of the Dutch Chemical sector and advisor to a number of venture capital funds and industries. On behalf of the European Commission, he is in the chair of the EIT Raw Materials.
Bart Welten held various CFO positions at Avantium NV, Centrient Pharmaceuticals, and DSM Resins. Currently he provides advisory services at scale-up companies.
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