File 002 · Our Story

About NordCycle.

We're pioneering innovative solutions to transform plastic waste into valuable resources, driving the circular economy and creating a more sustainable future for our planet.

A — Origin
2008
Technology Begins
B — Patents
2018
Core IP Granted
C — Today
2025
Industrial Scale-Up
01 — Vision

A world where waste is a resource.

We envision a future where all plastic is recycled or repurposed, where waste is seen as a resource, and where circular economy principles are integrated into every aspect of product design and manufacturing.

01.01

Innovative Solutions.

Pioneering recycling technologies that redefine what's possible with mixed plastic waste.

01.02

Global Impact.

Creating measurable environmental benefits across industries and communities worldwide.

01.03

Industry Leadership.

Setting new standards for sustainability and circularity in recycling operations.

01.04

Sustainable Growth.

Demonstrating that environmental stewardship and business success go hand in hand.

02 — Mission & Values

Our mission, vision & values.

At NordCycle, we're guided by a clear purpose and strong values that inspire us to create meaningful impact through our work in plastic recycling and sustainability.

A — Mission

Leading the transformation of plastic recycling.

NordCycle leads the transformation of plastic recycling through cutting-edge innovation and environmental responsibility. We convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste that today goes into landfill or incineration into valuable resources, while creating a sustainable future for generations to come.

B — Vision

Where all plastic is a resource.

We envision a future where all plastic is recycled or repurposed, where waste is seen as a resource, and where circular economy principles are integrated into every aspect of product design and manufacturing.

Value
Definition
01

Innovation

We constantly push the boundaries of what's possible in recycling technology.

02

Sustainability

We place environmental and social impact at the core of every decision — and take full ownership of the responsibility that comes with it.

03

Collaboration

We believe partnerships amplify our positive environmental impact.

04

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in all our processes and outputs.

05

Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable for environmental and social impact, combining responsibility with commercial viability to deliver measurable success for all stakeholders.

06

Transparency

We operate with honesty and openness with all stakeholders.

03 — Strategic Plan

Roadmap, 2025—2035.

Our strategy delivers a commercially scalable solution to remove plastic waste, repurpose, and reduce pollution. Through global partnerships, we make our technology accessible so local actors can adopt, adapt, and apply effective solutions — ensuring the greatest impact.

01 / Technology

Technology innovation.

Advancing our recycling technologies to process increasingly complex materials.

  • Develop new solutions for multi-layer plastics
  • Increase processing efficiency by 30%
  • Reduce energy consumption per ton by 25%
02 / Expansion

Nordic & global expansion.

Extending our impact through strategic facility development and partnerships.

  • Establish the first industrial-scale facility to recycle and produce from hard-to-recycle post-consumer plastic waste
  • Scale impact through partnerships with a wide range of actors — private sector, public institutions, NGOs, and the development community
  • Process 100,000 tonnes annually by 2035
03 / Stewardship

Sustainability stewardship.

Setting new standards for environmental responsibility in recycling operations.

  • Achieve carbon neutrality across all operations
  • Implement 100% renewable energy at all facilities
  • Zero waste to landfill from our processes
04 / Influence

Industry influence.

Driving systemic change through advocacy, education, and collaboration.

  • Establish industry standards for recyclability
  • Advocate for progressive recycling policies
  • Launch educational programs in 100+ communities
04 — Story

The story behind NordCycle.

From our humble beginnings to becoming a leader in mechanical recycling solutions, our journey has been defined by innovation, persistence, and environmental commitment.

2008

Our beginning.

Our Beginning: NordCycle technology is based on a technology development journey started by our CTO in the UK in 2008, laying the foundation for our future in sustainable innovation. By 2009, they secured venture capital funding, enabling them to accelerate development of the technology and take first steps toward industrial-scale commercialization.

Our beginning.
2011

First facility.

In 2011, the first-generation plant was built and production officially launched. After two years of successful operation, the facility was acquired by a U.S. based recycling company — demonstrating both the commercial viability and scalability of the technology.

First facility.
2016

Breakthrough technology.

The second-generation recycling technology marked a significant advancement. A patent application was filed in 2015 and successfully granted in November 2018, securing the core innovation. From 2016 to 2017, proof of concept was completed with funding from Innovate UK, validating the new process at laboratory scale.

Breakthrough technology.
2025

Pilot plant.

To prepare for industrial rollout, a pilot plant was constructed and tested during 2018—2019, backed by the EU's H2020 SME grant program — demonstrating the commercial viability of this next-generation solution.

Pilot plant.
2025

First industrial plant.

The commercialization of the second-generation technology began through Yes Recycling (Fife) Ltd, a state-of-the-art plastics recycling facility based in Glenrothes, Scotland. The project was financed with approximately £10 million, combining debt, equity, and government grants. Ownership was structured with WM Morrisons holding a 56% stake, while the remaining 44% was held by the two original founders — demonstrating strong backing and confidence in the technology's market potential.

First industrial plant.
2025

NordCycle today — Industrial Scale with a Global Vision.

NordCycle was founded with a clear purpose: to close the loop on plastic waste by turning it into a valuable raw material — efficiently, sustainably, and at scale. The company emerged from a belief that plastic is not a problem, but a resource — if handled with the right technology and infrastructure. Today, NordCycle has the blueprints ready for a full-scale commercialization plant at Holtskogen, and is now seeking strategic investors to join us to build a 20 Kat industrial facility and with plans to expand internationally rapidly.

NordCycle team
07 — Contact

Learn more about our services.

Contact us to discover how our innovative recycling solutions can help your business implement effective sustainability practices tailored to your specific needs.

Industrial recycling equipment
Recycling operations
Office
Dronning Eufemias gate 16
0191 Oslo, Norway
59.9075° N · 10.7553° E
Hours
Mon — Fri · 09:00 — 17:00 CET