Sven Behrendt Go-live for Dragonfly: Our upgrade to SAP S/4HANA at six locations
On October 4, we at RENOLIT simultaneously upgraded our central ERP system to SAP S/4HANA at six locations across three countries. The announcement of this success could be summed up in a single sentence. Behind the scenes, however, lay a massive undertaking spanning several years, involving an incredible number of challenges, a few setbacks, and major successes. One Friday, we held our breath for just a moment. This is a report on one of the most demanding projects RENOLIT has implemented in recent years.
Karsten Jänicke SPARK 2030 – Our strategy for the next five years
Since the start of the year, we at RENOLIT have been working according to a new corporate strategy designed to guide us over the next five years. This has enabled us to set an ambitious course, even in turbulent times, one that builds on the strengths that define us as a family-owned business. In this article, I would like to explain what our new SPARK 2030 strategy entails and where the journey is taking RENOLIT.
The next horizon for RENOLIT
Sven Behrendt Supercritical CO2: From coffee decaffeination to PVC recycling
What connects decaffeinated coffee with plastic recycling? More than you might think. The same technology that has been used for decades to remove caffeine from coffee beans could revolutionize the biggest problem in PVC recycling: the removal of additives.
Thomas Sampers Polymers
7 theories on the future of biotechnology
For companies such as RENOLIT, which want to position themselves broadly in terms of technology and drive forward sustainable innovations, it is essential to identify promising areas of research and technology at an early stage. Without a doubt, one of these future areas is biotechnology - a discipline that operates at the interface between biology, chemistry, engineering, and computer science and has enormous disruptive potential. In this article, I explain why this field is so important and put forward seven theses on the future of biotechnology.
Sven Behrendt Sustainability
CSRD - We need more reliability and less bureaucracy
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) aims to make companies' sustainability performance measurable and transparent. Although the objective is clear and sensible, the implementation poses major challenges. In particular, the unclear political framework and the high bureaucratic burden pose problems for companies. What is needed now? Reliable guidelines instead of constantly new uncertainties - and a reporting obligation that really contributes to sustainable transformation.
Karsten Jänicke Industry Other
RENOLIT expands: New plant for geomembranes in India
RENOLIT is investing in India: a new plant for high-quality geomembranes is being built in Pune. In this article, I report on my trip to the “ground-breaking ceremony”, the opportunities in a dynamic market - and why global expansion and a strong connection to our home country belong together for us.
Karsten Jänicke Industry Other
Our departure into the future
Big changes require bold decisions. At RENOLIT, we have made a conscious decision to take a significant step into the future. With one of the largest investments in our history, we are merging the Frankenthal and Worms sites in Worms, expanding our headquarters in a targeted manner and optimizing our processes. In doing so, we are focusing even more strongly on sustainability - and at the same time creating the best conditions for a strong, future-proof team. We call this Project “Aufbruch” (Awakening).
Karsten Jänicke Other
Reliability and future: Why long company affiliations make RENOLIT strong
No future without experience. Reliability and innovation are not contradictory - they belong together. That is precisely why I am proud that so many of our employees have shaped RENOLIT over decades and helped to shape change. To honor this commitment, we held an anniversary gala and honored those who celebrated a special company anniversary last year. An evening of appreciation and gratitude - and a sign that continuity is our foundation.
Karsten Jänicke Sustainability
Sustainability remains relevant even in volatile times
The focus on sustainability and climate protection seems to be changing. Political programs and priorities are shifting, and in the face of numerous crises, the topic seems to be less present. In this article, I explain why sustainability and climate protection nevertheless remain of central importance – and why RENOLIT continues to pursue this path consistently.