Völkermarkt relies on the future: New 36 million euro recycling facility opened!

Völkermarkt relies on the future: New 36 million euro recycling facility opened!

In the heart of Völkermarkt, everything is currently about the future of the recycling. Steinbeis Polyvert GmbH recently put its new recycling system into operation, which sets a sign of progress and sustainability with an impressive value of 36 million euros. During an operating visit, Economics Council Sebastian Schuschnig praised the company's outstanding investments, which has put a total of around 50 million euros in the location since 2023. Steinbeis Polyvert, founded in 1956, is now one of the leading plastic recycling companies in Europe and employs over 120 people in Völkermarkt and others in a second location in Germany. 5min.at reports that ...

The importance of the circular economy is impressively underlined by showering. He emphasizes that sustainability in the industry will be central topics of the future. The Steinbeis family was also present at the opening, represented by Michael Steinbeis and Stephanie Ecker. This emphasizes that the new system is not only modern, but also pursues the goal of being a reliable partner for customers. Advantage.at shows that ...

a symbol of persistence

The history of the new production line was anything but smooth. It was characterized by challenges such as fires, delivery bottlenecks and pandeme -related delays. Managing Director André Aßmann describes the facility as a symbol of entrepreneurial persistence and belief in the future of the circular economy. "Recycling means intelligent raw material recovery these days," continued Aßmann. In this way, the waste incurred can not only be recycled, but also reused as valuable resources.

This development fits into a larger picture of the circular economy, which represents an innovative economic system. The idea is to leave the concept of the "life cycle end" behind. Sustainable economic development can be promoted by reducing, reuse and recovery. Fraunhofer IPK explains that ...

sustainability as an opportunity

The vision of the circular economy offers opportunities for environmental protection and economic stability. In times of resource shortage and price fluctuations, it is crucial to avert a linear economy. Products that often end up in the garbage can can be integrated into the economic cycle again through intelligent recovery as valuable goods. In addition, adaptability to climate changes and extreme weather events is indispensable to act in a future -oriented manner.

The commitment of Steinbeis Polyvert GmbH not only leads us to a more sustainable future, but also shows that Carinthia is on the right track. With such initiatives, the Völkermarkt location becomes an important pillar within the Steinbeis Group and creates jobs for the population-a real plus for the region.