Nantek

The company's core business revolves around a proprietary chemical process that transforms non-recyclable plastic waste into second-life products like pyrolysis oil, hydrogen, and methane. This process can handle mixed and unwashed plastics, eliminating the need for costly sorting and preparation, which gives it an advantage over other technologies. Nantek's business model involves selling this pyrolysis oil to refineries, which then convert it into fuels for automotive, marine, or heating applications. The company's clients are primarily in the oil and gas industry, and it is working on becoming a certified supplier for this sector.

Nantek has developed a unique reactor design and uses specific reagents to enhance the conversion ratio of plastic to fuel by approximately 15-20% compared to conventional pyrolysis methods. This thermochemical process is a closed cycle with no emissions, as non-condensable gases are recirculated to heat the reactor. The company is scaling its operations with the construction of a plant in the port of Bilbao, designed to process 25,000 tons of plastic waste annually. This facility represents a key step in their plan for international expansion, with a focus on Europe and the United States. Nantek has received recognition for its work, including the EmprendedorXXI Award.