Waste-to-product company Renewi and plastic pallet manufacturer Cabka have developed the Eco CP3 pallet, made entirely from 100% recycled polyethylene (PE). The project demonstrates how recycled plastics can perform in high-quality applications, even in a market dominated by cheap virgin alternatives.
The Eco CP3 pallet is designed for repeated use. It can withstand at least 25 cycles, which reduces the need for single-use pallets. Its durability and stackability match those of virgin plastic versions, proving that recycled polymers can achieve demanding standards.
The pallets are made in “Renewi blue” rather than the usual black. This colour makes them easier to identify as premium recycled PE. Once worn out, they can be recycled again into new pallets or other plastic products.
Renewi also uses the pallets for transporting its own recycled material streams. In practice, the investment pays off after only four uses, showing both economic and environmental benefits.
Renewi’s plastics sorting plant in Eindhoven produces material with at least 95% polymer purity. This level of refinement ensures that recycled plastics are consistent and reliable. It also contributes to CO₂ reduction, an important factor in reducing the impact of logistics and packaging materials.
The Eco CP3 pallet illustrates how recycled plastics can move beyond low-grade applications. For designers, it shows new possibilities for packaging, logistics, and industrial products where strength, reusability, and clear material identity are key.
The project also aligns with the wider goal of a circular economy. Stronger policies and incentives may still be needed to increase demand for European recycled plastics. Even so, this case proves that high-quality solutions are already achievable today.
Source & photo: Renewi