BEEAH, a leader in sustainability and innovation in the UAE, has partnered with Greenthesis, an Italian company specializing in industrial waste management and environmental services, to develop the Middle East’s first polyethylene (PE) film recycling facility in Sharjah.
The facility will be located within BEEAH’s integrated waste management complex in the Al Sajaa area. It aims to address the challenge of recycling PE film, a lightweight plastic commonly used in packaging and labels that is difficult to recycle and often contributes to environmental pollution. The plant will convert the PE film into reusable boards, providing a sustainable alternative to plywood for construction projects.
Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH, highlighted the importance of the project, stating, “By uniting our expertise on the PE film recycling facility in Sharjah, we will not only tackle the challenge of hard-to-recycle waste but also contribute to sustainable infrastructure. This will serve as a model for tomorrow’s zero-waste cities.”
The facility will process more than 7,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually. Through a chemical-free process, it will produce durable, reusable boards that can be used in construction and can be recycled again after their lifespan ends, promoting a circular economy.
Simona Grossi, CEO of Greenthesis, expressed pride in the collaboration, saying, “This joint venture allows us to bring our experience in circular economy technologies to the Middle East, working with a leading waste management operator to expand our international presence.”
The project is part of BEEAH’s broader goal to reduce landfill waste and enhance resource efficiency. It aligns with their efforts to develop sustainable infrastructure and advance circular economy practices across the UAE and beyond.