Soex

SOEX is a brand that combines a modern vision of circularity with over 40 years of experience in the collection, reuse, trade, and recycling of old textiles and shoes. As part of an international network, the SOEX Group acts as a pioneer in the circular economy, driving innovative solutions forward. Every year, approximately 150 million tons of clothing and shoes are sold worldwide, with most of it ending up in landfills or being burned instead of being recycled back into the production and material cycles.

To counter the wasteful handling of textile waste, SOEX has dedicated itself to saving as many clothing items as possible. They have created a value chain for products that might otherwise be considered worthless. Their unique I:CO Take-Back System enables them to collect used clothing and shoes directly at the point of sale, providing a simple, sustainable, and economical solution for textile waste.

With comprehensive sorting and recycling offerings, as well as an international partner network, SOEX ensures that no discarded clothing is labeled as waste. Their vision is a world where true circular economy is practiced, with discarded clothing and shoes being kept in closed loops and used to create new products again and again. Their mission is to break the traditional linear supply chain by closing the loop and promoting innovative solutions in collaboration with their international partner network.

They believe that every clothing item and shoe is meant to go through multiple life cycles, and they ensure that it happens while adhering to the international waste hierarchy and following their strict zero-waste policy. SOEX employs three collection channels to prevent as many clothing items and shoes as possible from ending up in landfills or being burned. They offer consulting services to businesses looking to implement circular concepts into their business models or plan specific projects.

SOEX also generates high-quality products through careful sorting, providing secondhand goods that truly suit customers' needs while reducing textile waste. They actively contribute to textile recycling and offer sustainable recycling solutions as part of a strong international partner network, finding the most sustainable use for raw materials. SOEX values versatile collaborations and seeks to develop new products together.

They also help businesses recover storage space and generate additional income while preserving valuable resources. With meticulous sorting, SOEX ensures that every clothing item finds a new wearer before considering the recycling option. They employ advanced material recognition systems to accurately determine the suitable recycling streams based on the composition of the materials.

Overall, SOEX is committed to driving the circular economy forward and creating a sustainable future through their comprehensive range of services and partnerships