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Ocean-bound plastic pollution is a mounting environmental threat, endangering ecosystems, harming marine life, and contributing to the climate crisis through over-reliance on fossil-based plastics.

• #tide® gives plastic waste a second life by repurposing ocean-bound plastics into high-quality materials that can be reused across industries—reducing environmental impact while driving awareness and behavior change.
• Headquartered in Switzerland, #tide® is a circular economy pioneer that collects, sorts, and processes marine plastic into new, versatile products—from fashion to consumer goods—while engaging local communities in cleanup and stewardship.
• #tide® has repurposed tons of ocean-bound plastic into new products, working with local communities across coastlines to prevent plastic waste from entering oceans and reducing reliance on virgin plastics. Their materials are now used in industries ranging from fashion to consumer goods to technical components, proving recycled plastic can meet high performance and sustainability standards

• #tide® has earned recognition across Europe, including the Swiss Ethics Award, Swiss Plastics Award, and Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label.
• A Swiss entrepreneur shaped by his family’s ethical manufacturing legacy, Thomas launched #tide® to tackle plastic pollution through innovation and circular thinking.
• Thomas gained international business experience early, including 10 years spent in Hong Kong, where he developed an appreciation for sustainability and social balance. He is a passionate advocate for sustainability, sharing insights globally through conferences and workshops to promote environmental responsibility and social balance.
• Under his leadership, #tide® is not only cleaning up coastlines—it’s also changing how industries think about waste, value, and long-term impact. Described as a visionary leader in sustainability, Thomas is frequently invited to speak at global conferences and workshops on responsible waste management and the circular economy.