Honext Material and WEPA Group launch a joint venture to scale circular fibreboards across Europe
Paper sludge shouldn’t mark the end of a material’s journey—it should be the
beginning of something better. That’s the shared belief behind a newly
launched joint venture between Honext Material and WEPA Group, two companies committed to accelerating the circular economy.
Together, we’re bringing fibre back to life—transforming a challenging
industrial by-product into high-performance, fully recyclable boards. It’s a major step toward a more sustainable future, and a clear signal that innovation can lead to action at scale.
From Paper Sludge to New Value
As industries move away from linear production models, the urgency to reduce environmental impact and close material loops is greater than ever.
Yet not all secondary materials are easy to recover—especially paper sludge and paper for recycling (PfR), which are often incinerated or sent to landfill.
This is where the HONEXT® Process makes a difference. Developed over a
decade of R&D, this proprietary technology transforms fibre-rich by-products into a safe, circular material. Thanks to this partnership, we now have the industrial scale and access to raw materials needed to expand impact across the continent.
Rethinking the Board
Our boards are made from upcycled fibre residue and recycled paper, without resins, glues or toxic additives.
They are lightweight, durable and fire-retardant —ideal for wall systems, ceilings, furniture, displays and more.
Designed for interior use, HONEXT® are not just recyclable: they’re circular by design, engineered to be reused and repurposed throughout their lifecycle.
The Power of Partnership
This joint venture combines two complementary forces:
• WEPA Group contributes industrial know-how, European scale, and a consistent stream of fibre residue.
• Honext Material brings proprietary circular technology, deep material expertise, and a vision for regenerative innovation.
The result is more than a collaboration—it’s a model for how industrial synergy can unlock new value from underused resources and accelerate
transformation in the materials industry.