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Beaulieu joins the Ellen MacArthur Foundation: a pivotal step in advancing the circular economy

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Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) proudly announces its membership in the prestigious Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF), a global organization dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular economy. EMF spans diverse sectors, providing unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation—an ideal match for B.I.G.’s wide-ranging product solutions.

A shared vision for sustainability

"Joining the Foundation involved a thorough review of our ambitions and the steps we are taking to achieve them”, says Sofie Paelinck, Circular Economy Manager at B.I.G. "Our vision and purpose needed to ally closely with the values of Ellen MacArthur. Their mission perfectly aligned with our own purpose, Shaping sustainable living, together, made this partnership a natural fit.”

Through this membership, B.I.G. gains access to EMF’s specialized network, which spans industries such as building and construction, textiles and fashion, food and food packaging, finance, and plastics. In addition, the Foundation provides insights into key topics like climate action, marketing, measurement, design, policy, and supply chain innovation. “There’s considerable overlap with the sectors in which B.I.G. is active”, Sofie adds. “We also gain access to events and learning communities focused on the circular economy, not only offering valuable opportunities for knowledge sharing and growth but also enabling action and fostering partnerships to create new ecosystems alongside like-minded companies.

Who is Ellen MacArthur?

Dame Ellen MacArthur is a long-distance yachtswoman and Commander of the Order of the British Empire. Her solo journeys around the world sparked a deep understanding of the planet’s finite resources and the urgent need to manage them sustainably. In 2009, she began collaborating with executives, experts, scientists, and economists to study the global economy, ultimately founding the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. The Foundation’s mission centers on decoupling economic growth from resource exhaustion and rebuilding natural capital, engaging stakeholders across industries.

Through its partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, B.I.G. reinforces its commitment to shaping a sustainable living, together, leveraging shared expertise to make meaningful strides in the circular economy!

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