Circularise

Circularise offers a software platform that enhances supply chain transparency to support the shift toward a circular economy. Founded in 2016 by Mesbah Sabur and Jordi de Vos, the company originated from their studies at Delft University of Technology. The founders were motivated after observing that a lack of information about materials in products led to recyclable items ending up in landfills.

The company's core technology utilizes a public blockchain to create digital product passports and digital twins for materials, parts, and products. This enables stakeholders along the supply chain to securely share data regarding material origin, composition, and environmental footprint. A key feature is the patented 'Smart Questioning' technology, which allows for data verification without revealing confidential or proprietary information.

Circularise's business model is B2B, serving suppliers, manufacturers, recyclers, and brands across various industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, and electronics. Its software includes tools like MassBalancer for automated mass balance bookkeeping and solutions for creating Digital Product Passports (DPPs). This helps clients with compliance, impact assessments, and improving resource use. The company generates revenue through its software solutions that help businesses meet regulatory requirements and consumer demand for sustainability. Partners and clients have included companies like Porsche, Philips Domestic Appliances, Covestro, and Asahi Kasei.

Keywords: supply chain traceability, digital product passport, blockchain technology, circular economy, material traceability, sustainability reporting, mass balance bookkeeping, supply chain transparency, carbon footprint tracking, secure data sharing, provenance verification, resource efficiency, end-to-end traceability, chemical industry, plastics industry, automotive supply chain, electronics manufacturing, sustainable sourcing, compliance software, data privacy