{"id":177079,"date":"2026-05-26T07:29:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T05:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/?p=177079"},"modified":"2026-05-22T10:37:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:37:55","slug":"bluealp-and-kraussmaffei-extrusion-announce-partnership-to-accelerate-plastic-recycling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/bluealp-and-kraussmaffei-extrusion-announce-partnership-to-accelerate-plastic-recycling\/","title":{"rendered":"BlueAlp and KraussMaffei Extrusion announce partnership to accelerate plastic recycling\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-177097\" style=\"width:689px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME.jpg 825w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME-150x82.jpg 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME-768x419.jpg 768w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/042026_KME_Composing_Messewand_PRSE_Amsterdam_SoME-400x218.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 KraussMaffei<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blue Alp\u2019s patented slow-cracking process produces high-quality pyrolysis oil to make circular plastics<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZE BluePower twin-screw extruder as key technology for chemical recycling processes<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contract signing at PRSE in Amsterdam\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blue Alp, a leading chemical recycling technology company in the Netherlands has announced its partnership with KraussMaffei Extrusion. Unveiled at the PRSE (Plastics Recycling Show Europe) in Amsterdam, the collaboration focuses on BlueAlp\u2019s technology using the ZE BluePower technology from KraussMaffei Extrusion enhancing the overall performance and output quality of the chemical recycling process.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The twinscrew extruders will be installed at the Blue Alp plant built in Italy by sustainable waste management company RES, as well as at Blue Alp\u2019s Oostende plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The co-rotating twin-screw extruders ZE BluePower are optimally designed for demanding recycling applications and impress with high energy efficiency. Additional benefits include efficient material processing even at high melt temperatures and high melt pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Signing the partnership at PRSE in Amsterdam: Valentijn de Neve, CEO of BlueAlp, and Ralf Benack, Managing Director of KraussMaffei Extrusion (from left)\" class=\"wp-image-177096\" style=\"width:620px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-2048x1361.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract-Signing-PRSE-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Signing the partnership at PRSE in Amsterdam: Valentijn de Neve, CEO of Blue Alp, and Ralf Benack, Managing Director of KraussMaffei Extrusion (from left) \u00a9 KrausMaffei<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/press.kraussmaffei.com\/Press\/2026\/05\/2026_05_BlueAlp\/76089\/image-thumb__76089__full-background\/01_PM_EXT_2026_05_Contract%20Signing%20PRSE.jpg\"><\/a>Successfully validated at the Technology Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the pyrolysis process, the ZE BluePower ensures efficient, stable, and reliable conditioning of the plastic material. This has been impressively confirmed through extensive testing at the Technology Center in Laatzen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Technology Center will continue to support ongoing process optimization at Blue Alp and provide ongoing support for the applications during operation. This close integration of development and application creates clear added value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cThe BlueAlp project is a prime example of how our extrusion technology can make a decisive contribution to scaling up chemical recycling processes. At the same time, it demonstrates the added value we can offer our customers throughout the entire process development cycle through our Technology Center,\u201d explains <strong>Ralf Benack, Managing Director of KraussMaffei Extrusion.<\/strong> \u201cWe look forward to collaborating with Blue Alp and working together to drive innovative solutions forward.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aiming for industrial scale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this collaboration, Blue Alp aims to accelerate the scaling up of its chemical recycling technology and efficiently return plastic waste to the recycling loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cThis partnership is an important building block in our technology and roll-out strategy. KraussMaffei Extrusion\u2019s proven track record, combined with its ability to adapt and innovate, makes it an ideal partner. Together, we are well positioned to accelerate plastic recycling,\u201d adds <strong>Valentijn de Neve, CEO of Blue Alp.<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/press.kraussmaffei.com\/Press\/2026\/05\/2026_05_BlueAlp\/76090\/image-thumb__76090__full-background\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Driving the future of chemical recycling together: The teams of BlueAlp and KraussMaffei Extrusion with Jan Bruys, Albert Boogert, Valentijn de Neve, Ralf Benack, Mathijs Meijs and J\u00f6rg Hasse (from left)\" class=\"wp-image-177095\" style=\"width:655px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-2048x1361.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/05\/02_PM_EXT_2026_05_Teams-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Driving the future of chemical recycling together: The teams of Blue Alp and KraussMaffei Extrusion with Jan Bruys, Albert Boogert, Valentijn de Neve, Ralf Benack, Mathijs Meijs and J\u00f6rg Hasse (from left) \u00a9 KraussMaffei<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thinking about plastics in a circular context<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The common goal is clear: plastic waste is becoming a valuable resource. In February 2026, the European Union adopted mass balance rules, marking an important milestone for chemical recycling. Regulations, innovation and the value chain are together driving a surge in investment in this sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blue Alp, a leading chemical recycling technology company in the Netherlands has announced its partnership with KraussMaffei Extrusion. Unveiled at the PRSE (Plastics Recycling Show Europe) in Amsterdam, the collaboration focuses on BlueAlp\u2019s technology using the ZE BluePower technology from KraussMaffei Extrusion enhancing the overall performance and output quality of the chemical recycling process. 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