K2025: Young tech companies take centrestage with AI/digital solutions
Technology start-ups that develop tailor-made solutions for challenges in the plastics and rubber industry will once again have the opportunity to present their solutions at K2025 in Düsseldorf from 8 to 15 October 2025. The centrepiece is the Start-up Zone, showcasing 20 exhibitors dedicated to a wide range of topics such as AI, data analysis, resource conservation, bioplastics, digitally supported production and the circular economy.
A special highlight is the Start-up Pitch, which will take place on 13 October 2025, with selected start-ups given the opportunity to present their business models and technologies.
Some of the companies exhibiting focus on AI, digital solutions like be2morrow, Eco2Grow GmbH, Hyppos A.I Software Solutions, iDOO GmbH and Simreka - Devtaar GmbH that offers AI-powered simulation and data for product innovation.
Emerging Motif offers technical and regulatory expertise for a circular economy, while Maintastic GmbH will promote maintenance of machines and robots for intelligent automation and R-Cycle - ProData GmbH, its turnkey software-as-a-service solution that enables companies to exchange and aggregate relevant data.
In terms of bio-resins, Spain’s Jade Chemical SL specialises in bismaleimide (BMI), while Kuori, a Swiss start-up, develops bio-based, biodegradable and recyclable elastic materials from olive pits and walnut shells. Eranova is a French company that transforms green algae into bio-based, recyclable resins and Noriware develops seaweed-based packaging materials.
Meanwhile, Replace has developed a technology, in collaboration with AISA, to enable the conversion of plastic waste from composite materials – previously considered non-recyclable – directly into 100% recycled and recyclable profiles such as panels, posts, rods and pallets.
Another firm taking a bio-stand is Paques Biomaterials with its natural PHAs: bio-based, biodegradable polymers made from renewable raw materials.
Dutch developer Saen Engineering supplies quality systems and Saflux delivers tailor-made PV and LED solutions.
Finally, another exhibitor Toolplace is a digital platform for purchasing, project management and supply chains in the plastics industry.
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