Borealis announces that two of its key sites in Belgium, Kallo and Antwerp, have been certified by an international initiative aimed at preventing pellet loss.

After extensive third-party audits according to the Operation Clean Sweep Standard in December 2023, both locations achieved the Operation Clean Sweep Certificate, a unified and equitable certification scheme for pellet handlers across the entire value chain.

This recognition comes after contributing to the development of the Operation Clean Sweep Standard via a and underscores the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices. and underscores the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices.

The Operation Clean Sweep Standard is the next evolution of an international program dedicated to preventing the loss of plastic pellets during manufacturing, transportation and final conversion processes.

"Receiving the Operation Clean Sweep Certificate is a testament to our ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and emphasizes our purpose of re-inventing essentials for sustainable living. By actively participating in initiatives such as Operation Clean Sweep®, Borealis continues to research and implement innovative solutions to reduce its environmental footprint across all its operations. The Operation Clean Sweep® Certificate serves as a benchmark for our ongoing efforts to build a prosperous and sustainable future for all," says Thomas Gangl, Borealis CEO.