Circlemade.brussels

Circlemade.brussels is a network of circular manufacturing companies in Brussels, dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration to accelerate the development of a regional circular economy. Established on May 24, 2018, as part of the Brussels-Capital Region’s Regional Circular Economy Programme (PREC 2016-2021), the cluster was initiated by the Brussels Minister for the Economy and Employment, the Minister for the Environment and Energy, and the Secretary of State for Public Hygiene, Waste Collection and Processing. (circlemade.brussels ) Initially open to all activities with a circular model, in 2023, Circlemade shifted its focus to circular production activities, excluding the food sector. Hosted by hub.brussels, the Brussels Agency for Entrepreneurship, Circlemade operates alongside five other clusters in the fields of health, audiovisual, tourism & events, software, and sustainable construction and renovation. (circlemade.brussels ) As a cluster, Circlemade comprises a triple helix of companies, research and academic centers, and public institutions. Its aim is to boost the competitiveness and economic development of companies within its field by stimulating innovation and enabling rapid development through the proximity of these players. (circlemade.brussels ) The core businesses of the cluster include companies engaged in circular manufacturing and repair, as well as those developing material and water recovery technologies. Other companies complete the value chain to support their development. Circlemade facilitates the development of joint projects through cooperation and the sharing of experiences among members, as well as by connecting them with key partners. (circlemade.brussels ) In the production value chain, Circlemade positions itself after the FabLabs, supporting companies that wish to establish their own industrial sites and require specific skills to design, install, commission, and operate them—skills that can be found within the cluster. (circlemade.brussels ) Circlemade's missions include: Connect people : Creating a dynamic between all ecosystem players (institutions, academics, and businesses) to foster synergies and initiate new public or private opportunities. Inspire : Sharing knowledge and communicating innovative practices to stakeholders to help them develop their entrepreneurial projects and adapt their business models. Support : Assisting the economic development of businesses in Brussels. Enhance : Highlighting the expertise of its members and contributing to their visibility within the Brussels-Capital Region, in Belgium, and internationally. Internationalize : Supporting members' international development through participation in trade fairs, conferences, B2B events, and access to networks such as the Economic and Trade Advisors Network, National Contact Points Network, and Enterprise Europe Network. (circlemade.brussels ) For manufacturing or repair businesses utilizing circular models and seeking to scale up, find partners for innovation and growth, or share experiences with other impact entrepreneurs working towards a productive city, joining Circlemade.brussels offers numerous advantages. Members benefit from personalized advice, participation in group seminars, and networking opportunities to expand their contacts. (circlemade.brussels ) To learn more about the services reserved for members and how to become one, visit the Circlemade website. (circlemade.brussels )