SUSPACC Green and circular SME's
The Sustainable Products and Chemicals Cluster (SUSPACC) consists of a proactive SME business network that is investing in the green and circular industry. Their goal is to represent the common interests of SME’s at local, regional, national and international level.
Further developing the green chemical sector is one of their main drivers, as well as strengthening mutual relationships. SUSPACC does this by co-developing a yearly updated R&D agenda together with the local government and knowledge institutes; which in turn results in a more cohesive & innovative industrial ecosystem and maintaining future talents.
Gaining a stronger international position
Many large industrial firms are very capable of putting in the work that is required to get a hold of large European (R&D) funds. What we are seeing is that SMEs have less clout and that is precisely what this network provides for. Joining forces gives us a stronger position in the market and contributes positively to the profiling and visibility of the members individually. Together we can make larger steps towards a greener chemical industry.
Current director SUSPACC: René van Bremen
René van Bremen started as managing director of SUSPACC on 1 September 2024. “Entrepreneurs want to be successful now, but also in the future. All energy and time is often needed for the day-to-day business. That, in my opinion, is where the strength of SUSPACC lies. Unburdening entrepreneurs when it comes to future business so that they can focus on ongoing operations. Together within SUSPACC, we then ensure new business development in the field of sustainable plastics.
René van Bremen has a background in the plastics industry. In the past, he worked in plastic packaging, pipe systems and sports surfaces, among other things. In recent years, he worked on a self-employed basis for Polymer Science Park (PSP) in Zwolle, among others. As Relation/New Business manager, it was up to him to help PSP develop further and win (innovation) projects.
At the heart of SUSPACC is helping entrepreneurs, which requires mutual commitment. ‘This is another reason why it is important to make the network as large as possible, without losing sight of our goal of business development on sustainable plastics,’ he said. The SUSPACC board, together with Greenwise Circular Plastics, has already made great plans and I look forward to further shaping and implementing these – within the ecosystem.”
René can be found weekly at the Greenwise Campus Innovation Centre where he holds office.
Do you want to join?
Are you an SME located in the Northern Netherlands, and active in the circular polymer sector? Do you want to benefit from this cooperation to accelerate your R&D process and to gain a stronger international position? You are welcome to join! Contact us for more information.
Contact Cor Kamminga