Stories

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Black, recycled, no compromises: CWS Hygiene brings design and circularity together

With its PureLine EcoBlack product line, CWS Hygiene combines first-class design with a high share of recycled material—without compromising on functionality or durability. Christoph Schmidt, Head of…

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270 years of Haniel: Our story begins in the Packhaus

Why a royal signature dated 10 February 1756 is regarded as the starting point of our corporate history today. 270 years of Haniel – an anniversary that at first glance seems to have a simple answer:…

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Conversation between Johan-Detlef Dubbelboer and Jon van der Weide

Interview: Inside CWS Cleanrooms’ full-service approach

The Dutchmen Jon van der Weide and Johan-Detlef Dubbelboer were once business competitors. Today, they are shaping the future of cleanroom services together within the CWS Cleanrooms Group. Jon serves…

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Insights & Stories

Bright minds, sustainable solutions: In the Haniel portfolio, there are just as many good ideas as there are courageous people who want to help them succeed. Learn more about them here.

Sustainability as a common thread: How BekaertDeslee wants to keep textiles in the cycle

Less waste, more recycling and a new product design that supports circularity: At BekaertDeslee, Peter Hostyn and Ruben Demets tackle products that are traditionally suited to the linear economy.…

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Robotics start-up revolutionizes wind power maintenance

Why climb to lofty heights when robotic systems can do the same job faster, more thoroughly and more safely? Starting from this question, the founding team of Latvian start-up Aerones has developed an…

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Mission Cleantech – how 1KOMMA5° and Aerones want to accelerate the energy transition

For a promising idea to grow into a thriving business, it takes two things above all: the right team – and partners who support young companies along the way. When the cleantech start-ups 1KOMMA5° and…

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