Renewable energy certificates

Demand for Recycled PET (R-PET) around the globe is on the rise. Driven by building pressure from both consumers and brand owners to deliver more sustainable ways of living and reducing environmental impact, this trend shows no signs of abating. A growing number of legislative targets in Europe and the US, together with country-specific developments in Asia, add yet another reason why having access to a stable long-term supply of R-PET is essential.

Tonnes of plastic are produced annually

460 000 000

Tonnes of plastic are produced annually

460 000 000

Tonnes of plastic are produced annually

460 000 000

Plastic bottles are sold every minute

1 000 000

Plastic bottles are sold every minute

1 000 000

Plastic bottles are sold every minute

1 000 000

% of plastic used only once before being thrown away

40%

% of plastic used only once before being thrown away

40%

% of plastic used only once before being thrown away

40%

Aera is an early mover in the R-PET market in West Africa

By providing comprehensive financial support and trading services, we empower local recyclers to succeed in a dynamic and evolving industry. We also create new market access for global corporations to source stable and qualitative supply matching their sustainability targets and production timelines.

Every year, over 17 million tonnes of plastic waste are generated across Africa. But only about 4% of it gets recycled.

How we supply and trade recycled plastic

Aera is supporting recycled plastics projects in Africa, specializing in the trading of recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET).

Our comprehensive services are designed to support the financial and operational needs of asset owners, ensuring they can effectively acquire machinery, optimize production lines, and enhance their industrial assets. By leveraging our expertise and extensive network, we provide tailored solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability in the recycled plastics sector with the aim of trading at global stage recycled plastic products and contribute to an advanced circular economy.

Financial support and asset optimization

Capital investment and financing solutions

Asset enhancement and optimization

Risk management and insurance services

Trading services for recycled PET

Logistics and shipping optimization

Volume and price optimization

Market risk management

Contractual and financial structuring

Payment and credit risk management

Market insights and strategic advisory

Our recycled plastic portfolio

We boast the largest portfolio of African environmental products, meticulously built over time by harnessing opportunities, consolidating supply sources, and strengthening operations. By staying attuned to market evolution and leveraging the latest technologies and tools, we ensure that the highest quality criteria are met, setting industry benchmarks for excellence and reliability.

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Why does it matter?

Plastic poses a major environmental problem due to its persistence, massive production and impact on ecosystems. Its slow decomposition and dispersion in the environment, particularly in the form of microplastics, leads to widespread pollution of soil, water and oceans, affecting wildlife and threatening human health. Plastic recycling is a solution to this problem, but it is still not sufficiently widespread in many countries. The involvement of the private sector is essential to meet the need for innovation and investment required for industrial-scale plastic recycling.

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