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Distribution and service companies (Hamburg, Germany) and sustainable fiber solutions company  (Hamburg) have announced the beginning of a strategic, long-term partnership. Starting Jan. 1, Biesterfeld will serve as the exclusive distributor of Infinici’s nonwoven products in Europe and Turkey. The partnership represents a clear commitment to fostering circular value chains and sustainable material management in the composites industry.

The first product to be jointly marketed, Infinici Nonwoven Fabrics (NWF-650), is made entirely from recycled glass fibers. The material’s COâ‚‚ footprint is reduced by more than 90% — Infinici reports that each ton of NWF-650 saves 3 tons of COâ‚‚ compared to traditional virgin glass fibers.

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NWF-650 offers a diverse application range, ranging from automotive, shipbuilding and aerospace to wind energy and medical technology. The materials are specifically optimized for efficient series production processes such as resin transfer molding (RTM), vacuum infusion, glass mat reinforced thermoplastics (GMT) and sheet molding compound (SMC) and meet high quality standards, including IATF certification.

“Our partnership with Biesterfeld marks a significant milestone for Infinici. Their extensive market expertise, technical application knowledge and broad network will help us to take the next step in our growth strategy,” says Mark Ludwig, COO of Infinici AG. “Together, we can not only bring sustainable fiber products to a broader market but also promote circular economy through Biesterfeld’s distribution logistics.”

A distinctive feature of this collaboration is the introduction of reverse logistics: Biesterfeld will not only distribute Infinici products but also collect glass and carbon fiber waste from customers. These residual materials will be processed by Infinici into new, high-performance glass and carbon fiber materials.”

“Sustainability and innovation go hand in hand,” adds Dr. Johannes Martin, market manager composites and tooling at Biesterfeld. “We are excited to actively contribute to the development of sustainable solutions in the composites industry through this partnership.”