oceanBag

Reusable Transport Packaging Systems

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.

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.

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

Get ahead, start reusing!

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

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

Legislation Compliance: Ensure your operations meet regulatory requirements.

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

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