oceanBag

Reusable Transport Packaging Systems

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Saving the ocean, one (big)bag at a time

The oceanBag project sets out to create a scalable system for reusing Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (Big Bags) in the Netherlands, reducing single-use plastic waste and CO2 emissions.

  • Impact: Aims to cut single-use Big Bag consumption in the Netherlands by 5% (475,000 bags annually).

  • Collaboration: Unites leading manufacturers, recyclers, and logistics providers in designing and setting standards for a profitable system.

  • Recognition: Secured funding from the Moonshot program by the Versnellingshuis, affirming its potential for scalability and impact on the Dutch Circular Economy.

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Consortium partners

  • Searious Business: Project coordination, economic and environmental evaluations, and business case modelling.

  • LC Packaging: Supplier and (re)conditioning services.

  • Worldbag: Responsible for cleaning, inspection and quality control.

  • Bas van den Ende: Recycler and supplier of regranulate.

  • Bexter: Digital platform provider for tracking and monitoring.

  • Re3v: Pooling and logistics partner.

  • Procter & Gamble: User of big bags for the production of household products.

  • Weylchem: User of Big Bags for the

    supply of chemicals to Procter & Gamble.

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PACKAGING AND PACKAGING WASTE REGULATION

Ø26.1: By 2030, at least 40% reusable packaging within a system for reuse

By 2040, at least 70% reusable packaging within a system for reuse

Ø26.2: By 2026, All packaging used between operator or linked partner sites is reusable within a system for reuse

Plus…

•Packaging waste fee - € 2 per bag (based on € 0.80 per kg)

•Single-use plastic tax - € 0.50 per bag

5 years for companies to shift, but solo efforts involve:

  • High costs (e.g., R&D, infrastructure).

  • Significant risks and uncertainties.

  • Non-standardized processes incompatible with partners.

Collaboration is essential for scaling a viable reuse system

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Get ahead, start reusing!

Lower Environmental Impact: Reduce your environmental footprint and CO2 emissions.

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Cost Savings: Save money through reusable Big Bags at a similar price as single-use options.

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Legislation Compliance: Ensure your operations meet regulatory requirements.

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Waste Elimination: Minimize waste by reusing instead of discarding bags.

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Does your company use Big Bags in Europe? Be part of this innovative project and make a difference.

Contact us to learn how you can get involved!

Ambition Statement

By adding your logo, you signal your support for this ambition and your belief in the collective actions needed to make reusable Big Bags practical and scalable.

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